Dr. James Longstaffe

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Prof. James Longstaffe is an assistant professor in the School of Environmental Sciences at the University of Guelph. His research focuses on the behavior of chemical contaminants in the environment, examining the impacts of anthropogenic chemical agents that contribute to global environmental change. Longstaffe's work investigates the complex interactions of chemical, physical, and biological processes occurring within heterogeneous mixtures such as air, water, soil, and biological materials. He aims to develop a molecular-level understanding of the roles that environmental matrices (e.g., soils, sediments, colloids, and natural organic matter) play in governing the availability of contaminants and natural attenuation processes. His primary research areas include developing novel analytical tools for characterizing contaminated environments and providing insights into natural processes that can mitigate environmental contamination.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in environmental chemistry.

Awards

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NSERC Industrial Research Development Fellowship

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ENC Student Travel Stipend

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NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship (Doctoral level)

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Helen Sawyer Hogg Graduate Entrance Scholarship

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NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarship (Masters level)

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NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award

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NB Patel Award

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Chemical Institute of Canada Book Prize

Requirements for University of Guelph

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:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).