Dr. Sabrina Leslie

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sabrina Leslie is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of British Columbia. Her research focuses on single-molecule biophysics, particularly investigating the dynamics of DNA and RNA protein interactions. Dr. Leslie's team develops tools for single-molecule and single-cell imaging and analysis, contributing to the understanding of biophysical properties of molecules and cells within therapeutic contexts. Her work aims to enhance the quantification of molecular interactions and guide the rational design of therapeutic molecules for genetic medicine. Notable research projects include elucidating mechanisms behind antisense oligonucleotides and protein-protein interactions, as well as the biophysical properties of nucleic acid hybridization. She leads the Leslie Lab located within the Michael Smith Laboratories, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to advance health sciences through innovative research.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, Canada

Joint appointment in the Department of Physics and Michael Smith Labs.

Assistant Professor

— Present

McGill University • Montreal, Canada

Post Doctoral Research Fellow

— Present

Harvard University • Cambridge, USA

Worked in Chemistry & Chemical Biology under Adam Cohen.

Awards

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Killam Accelerator Research Fellowship (KARF)

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Canada Foundation Innovation (CFI) Award

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Young Investigator Award

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.