Dr. Karlis Muehlenbachs

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Biography

Karlis Muehlenbachs is a professor at the University of Alberta in the Faculty of Science, specializing in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences. His research focuses on stable isotope geochemistry, exploring the interactions between oceans and rocks, paleoclimate, and groundwater contamination by natural gas. With extensive experience in the history of seawater and isotopic paleoclimate proxies, he investigates oxygen diffusion in minerals and the environmental impacts of heavy oil extraction. Muehlenbachs actively seeks graduate students for collaborative, industry-funded initiatives aimed at understanding the origins of shallow natural gas in the Western Canada Sedimentary Basin and determining rates of oxygen diffusion in minerals and melts under high temperature and pressure. He teaches various courses related to geology and environmental geoscience, bringing real-world applications to his academic work.

Research Interests

Courses

EAS 204 - Geology and Environment

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management