Dr. Michael Gaenzle

Professor

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Biography

Michael Gänzle is a prominent researcher in the field of food microbiology, with a particular emphasis on probiotics and the role of microorganisms in food technology. He serves as a Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) and has been recognized as a Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate for the years 2021 to 2024. He is an Associate Editor for 'Fermented Foods', 'Food Microbiology', and 'Frontiers in Nutrition', and contributes to several editorial boards including 'Applied Environmental Microbiology' and 'International Journal of Food Microbiology'. His research focuses on the relationship between microbial phylogeny, physiology, and ecology, particularly how these factors influence food quality and host health. Gänzle aims to develop novel technologies for food preservation, studying mechanisms of bacterial resistance and pathogen intervention technologies. He conducts multidisciplinary research with students and has hosted numerous presentations at international conferences, actively fostering the next generation of researchers in food science. Gänzle teaches various courses related to human nutrition and microbial safety in food, providing practical research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students within his lab.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Leading research and teaching in food microbiology and food safety.

Awards

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Canada Research Chair (Tier 1)

Courses

AFNS 528 - Advances in Human Nutrition and the Intestinal Microbiome AFNS 566 - Advanced Food Microbiology AFNS 580 - Advanced Study of Microbial Food Safety NU FS 401 - Undergraduate Research Project

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