Dr. Jae Hyeok Lee

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jae-Hyeok Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Manitoba. His research focuses on the unicellular alga Chlamydomonas reinhardtii, exploring its evolutionary adaptations and mechanisms for nutrient utilization. He aims to identify molecular regulators that integrate nitrogen availability with cellular behavior, revealing insights into intracellular nitrogen and phosphorus buffering that sustain growth under varying environmental conditions. The lab's long-term goals are to develop a systems-level framework for understanding nutrient resilience in eukaryotic photoautotrophs. Lee is also involved in teaching various courses, including Introduction to Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics of Plant Development, integrating modern laboratory practices within his teaching.

Research Interests

Courses

Introduction to Cell Biology Molecular Genetics of Plant Development

Requirements for University of Manitoba

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required: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
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.