Dr. Mostafa Fayek

Professor

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Biography

Mostafa Fayek is a Distinguished Professor and Acting Department Head in Earth Sciences at the University of Manitoba. He is also the Director of the Earth Materials Archaeometry Center (EMAC). His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Stable Radiogenic Isotope Geochemistry from the University of Saskatchewan and a B.Sc. Honors in Geology from Carleton University. Fayek teaches various geology courses, including Mineral Deposits, Instrumental Techniques, Isotope Geology, and Advanced Instrumental Techniques. His research interests encompass geofluids ore systems, anthropogenic geochemistry, secondary ion mass spectrometry, and archaeometry. He is particularly focused on using isotopic tracers to study environmental micro-contaminants and the movement of elements in various terrestrial systems. His investigative techniques include the application of light and heavy stable isotopes to trace element cycling and water-rock interactions, as well as the use of synchrotron techniques for the study of geological processes. He also explores the historical aspects of geology through isotopic analysis, such as understanding trade routes in ancient civilizations.

Research Interests

Courses

GEOL 4300 - Mineral Deposits GEOL 4280 - Instrumental Techniques Geology GEOL 7540 - Isotope Geology Geochronology GEOL 7790 - Advanced Instrumental Techniques Geology

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.