Dr. Megan Levings

Professor

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Biography

Megan Levings is a Professor in the Department of Surgery and the School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia and a lead researcher at the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute. Her research focuses on immune cell engineering, particularly T regulatory cells, which play a crucial role in managing immune responses. Her lab investigates the therapeutic use of these cells in transplantation and autoimmunity, aiming to replace traditional immunosuppressive treatments with more targeted approaches. She has received multiple accolades for her work, including the Canadian Society of Immunology Investigator Award and the YWCA Woman of Distinction in Science, Research & Technology. Levings is internationally recognized in the field of human immunology and currently chairs the Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies Centers of Excellence.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Leading research into immune regulatory cells and their application in clinical settings.

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.