Dr. Louise Nelson

Professor

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Biography

Louise Nelson is an Honorary Professor at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus, where she contributes to the understanding of plant-microbe interactions and their implications for soil health. She specializes in plant-growth-promoting rhizobacteria and biological control, focusing on postharvest fungal pathogens, orchard replant disease, and nitrogen cycling processes such as nitrification and denitrification. With extensive experience in environmental microbiology, Dr. Nelson supervises graduate students and teaches courses on sustainability and plant-microbe interactions. Her academic journey began with a PhD from the University of Calgary, marking her commitment to advancing research in the field of biology.

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.