Dr. Lien Luong

Professor

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Biography

Lien Luong is a Professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta, specializing in Biological Sciences. With an academic background that includes a Postdoctoral Fellowship at Pennsylvania State University's Department of Biology and degrees from prestigious universities such as the University of California, Davis, and the University of California, Riverside, Luong's research centers on ecology, evolution, and host-parasite interactions. His lab investigates various facets of parasitism, including its evolution, phenotypic plasticity in parasites, and the ecological factors that affect parasite transmission dynamics. In addition to his research contributions, Luong is involved in teaching and mentoring students in several biology courses, including Introduction to Biological Diversity and advanced courses on Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Diseases, reflecting his commitment to education and student engagement.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Fellow

2007-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Department of Biology, Pennsylvania State University • Pennsylvania, USA

Postdoctoral Fellow

2005-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Department of Biology, University of Cincinnati • Cincinnati, OH, USA

Courses

BIOL 108: Introduction to Biological Diversity BIOL 495 BIOL 595: Ecology Evolution Infectious Diseases BIOL 299 BIOL 399 BIOL 498 BIOL 499: Research Project BIOL 298 - Understanding Biological Research

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