Dr. Michael Duffy

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Duffy is an Associate Professor at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), specializing in Parasitology and its implications in wildlife and aquaculture systems. His academic pursuits encompass the integration of parasite diversity with life history aspects and the ecology of parasitism in wildlife. Duffy's research focuses on mechanisms of infection, host responses, and the pathology of various parasites. Among his current projects, he is investigating non-lethal diagnostic tools for invasive parasites affecting American eel populations, and studying the ectoparasitic lice of Atlantic salmon in relation to environmental changes. He employs zebrafish as a model to explore immune responses to parasitic organisms. Duffy teaches multiple biology courses that cover genetic analysis laboratory techniques and marine research experience, underscoring his commitment to education in the biological sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of New Brunswick • Fredericton, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the field of biology, with a focus on parasitology and its impact on wildlife and fish species.

Courses

BIOL 3058 Genetic Analysis Laboratory BIOL 3311 Immunobiology BIOL 4211 Marine Research Experience BIOL 4691 Biology of Marine Parasites

Requirements for University of New Brunswick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:550
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in Business or related field Minimum 2 years of professional work experience
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Specialization Notes

Department of Business / Department of Management / Department of Business Administration