Dr. Jacqueline Monaghan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jacqueline Monaghan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Queen's University. Her research focuses on the molecular mechanisms regulating immune signaling in plants, specifically the plant immune system. This complex system comprises various classes of proteins, and her work aims to identify key immune proteins that operate at the molecular level, influencing normal growth and development. Monaghan employs a combination of genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology, using the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana to study immunity and immune homeostasis. In her teaching, she emphasizes enthusiasm and encourages independent, critical thinking through literature assignments and lab projects. Her areas of expertise include Biotechnology, Genetics, Host-microbe interactions, and Molecular Biology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-09-01 — Present

Queen's University • Kingston, ON

Conducts research on plant biology and teaches courses in the department.

Requirements for Queen's University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor degree Background in Computing, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering
Application Checklist
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  • Statement of Research Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Two academic references
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Specialization Notes

Department of Computing offers research-based, project-based, and course-based patterns.