Dr. Robin Yates

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Biography

Robin Yates is a professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary. His research focuses on phagocytes, that are specialized cells capable of engulfing and processing particulate material through the process of phagocytosis. These cells play a crucial role in the immune response, protecting the body against invading microbes and performing essential housekeeping functions necessary for normal growth and maintenance of health. Yates' lab explores the luminal environment of phagosomes in macrophages and dendritic cells, employing advanced techniques such as fluorometry, microscopy, and molecular biology to monitor microenvironmental chemistries and dissect pathways that alter phagosomal function. His work has significant implications across various biomedical fields, including tuberculosis and atherosclerosis, facilitating the design of vaccines and drug delivery technologies.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.