Dr. Richard Sydora

Professor

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Biography

Richard Sydora is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Alberta. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics (Honours) from the University of Alberta in 1979, followed by a Master of Science in Space Physics from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks in 1981, and a PhD in Physics from the University of Texas, Austin in 1985. His research interests encompass energy conversion, nonlinear processes in plasmas, reconnecting magnetic fields, particle acceleration, turbulence transport in plasmas, and kinetic plasma simulation utilizing particle Vlasov methods. He has made significant contributions to understanding the dynamics of plasmas in various contexts, particularly through the application of advanced theoretical and computational methods in energy and particle transfer processes.

Research Interests

Courses

PHYS 308 - Statistical, Molecular, Solid State Physics

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