Dr. Mark Thachuk

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mark Thachuk is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of British Columbia. His research interests focus on the study of dynamics of chemical reactions and processes using mathematical and computational techniques. His current projects include investigating collision-induced alignment of gas-phase ions and examining the dissociation mechanisms of gas-phase protein complexes. The research group studies how molecular dynamics simulations can help model and understand the underlying mechanisms of collision-induced alignment, alongside the molecular parameters affecting charge and mass distribution. They explore dissociation mechanisms for non-covalent, gas-phase protein complex ions, revealing how charge asymmetries can arise during fragmentation. Mark's previous academic training includes a Bachelor of Science from Western Ontario, a Ph.D. from Waterloo, and postdoctoral work at Northwestern University and Queen's University.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Mark Thachuk conducts research on dynamics of chemical reactions/processes using mathematical computational techniques.

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.