Dr. Kiran Soma

Professor

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Biography

Kiran K. Soma is a Professor and Distinguished University Scholar in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia. He is also a member of the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health. His research focuses primarily on how hormones influence neural circuits, behavior, and immune function. Soma teaches and conducts research in the fields of behavioral neuroscience, neuroendocrinology, and neuroethology, examining the effects of diet, exercise, and stress on physiological processes. His body of work includes significant publications in respected journals, addressing complex interactions in neurobiology and endocrine systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Kiran K. Soma conducts research and teaches within the Department of Psychology.

Awards

#2025

UBC Distinguished University Scholar

#2025

Royal Society Canada Fellow

#2020

Killam Award Excellence Mentoring

#2017

James McKeen Cattell Fund Sabbatical Fellowship

#2015

American Association Advancement Science Fellow

#2012

Killam Faculty Research Prize

#2010

Killam Faculty Research Fellowship

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.