Dr. Kristin Connor

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kristin Connor is an Associate Professor at Carleton University in the field of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on developmental origins of health and disease, specifically exploring the impact of early nutritional environments and maternal health on the lifelong health trajectories of individuals. Connor employs an interdisciplinary systems approach, utilizing methodologies from molecular biology, microbiome analyses, and data sciences to investigate how maternal disease states, such as metabolic and pro-inflammatory conditions, influence fetal and child development. She leads and participates in numerous national and international research initiatives aimed at improving maternal, pregnancy, and child health. Through her work, she aims to optimize maternal health and reduce the risk of suboptimal pregnancy outcomes and chronic diseases later in life.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
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
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.