Dr. Kathryn Grandfield

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kathryn Grandfield is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science & Engineering and the School of Biomedical Engineering at McMaster University. She leads the Grandfield Research Group, focusing on innovative research in biomaterials, biomedical engineering, and materials engineering. She has received recognition as a Dean's Honour Roll instructor at both undergraduate and graduate levels and has played an influential role in the curriculum development at McMaster University. In addition to her academic responsibilities, she serves as the Vice-President of the Microscopical Society of Canada and is an elected board member, contributing to advancements in microscopy within the scientific community. Grandfield's scholarly work extends to synthesizing materials and exploring their applications in health-related areas. Her academic journey includes a PhD from Uppsala University, a Master of Applied Science from McMaster University, and a Bachelor of Engineering, supplemented by postdoctoral research at the University of California, San Francisco.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

McMaster University • Hamilton, ON, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the fields of materials science and biomedical engineering.

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
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