Dr. Leonard Foster

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Leonard Foster is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He received his PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Toronto. His areas of expertise include proteomics, host-pathogen interactions, and antigen presentation. Dr. Foster's research focuses on protein-protein interaction networks, signaling pathways, and subcellular proteomics. He collaborates with clinical researchers to facilitate the application of tools developed in the Foster Lab to clinical questions. Outside of academics, Dr. Foster enjoys biking, hiking, and skiing. His participation in the Research Excellence Cluster at UBC aims to enhance eye care through molecular and cellular research in vision science.

Research Interests

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.