Dr. Iain Mckinnell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Iain McKinnell is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream and Undergraduate Program Advisor in the Department of Biology at Carleton University. He holds both an M.Sc. and a Ph.D. from Oxford University. His current research interests focus on the processes involved in embryological development, particularly the molecular regulation that contributes to the anatomy and physiology of animals. McKinnell has co-authored several notable publications examining topics like the histology of chicken skull sutures, the normal development of *Xenopus laevis*, and the regulation of myogenic genes. He is actively engaged in delineating the regulatory pathways that control development and gene expression in animal models, contributing to the broader understanding of developmental biology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, ON, Canada

Teaching in the Department of Biology and advising undergraduate programs.

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.