Dr. Ivor Leung

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Biography

Chi San Ivor Leung is a Master's Science student in Interdisciplinary Oncology at the University of British Columbia. He completed his B.Sc. in Physics at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. His speciality lies in microscopy, where he has contributed to the development of a new optical sectioning modality that provides polychromatic, low photo-toxicity, high-speed, and low-cost optical sectioning microscopic techniques. Ivor is interested in collaborating with clinical researchers to better understand and address the technical needs within clinical settings. Through his research, he strives to identify the needs of clinical researchers in microscopy techniques, thereby effectively addressing those needs and enhancing clinical research outcomes. Ivor has focused his research interests on optical sectioning, high-speed imaging, and low-cost microscopy.

Research Interests

Experience

Master's Student Trainee

— Present

BC Cancer Research Institute, Faculty of Medicine • Vancouver, BC

Master's Science student in Interdisciplinary Oncology, focusing on developing new optical sectioning modalities in microscopy.

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.