Dr. Sarah Styler

Assistant Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Sarah Styler. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Dr. Styler leads the P.A.R.T.I.C.L.E.S. research group at McMaster University, focusing on the interdisciplinary study of pollutants such as pesticides, road dust, and combustion byproducts, with an emphasis on equity and environmental impact. Her group consists of five graduate students, an undergraduate trainee, and a postdoctoral researcher, highlighting her dedication to mentorship and training in the field. She completed her PhD in Environmental Chemistry at the University of Toronto and has a Master's degree in the same field. Prior to joining McMaster, she was an Assistant Professor in Chemistry at the University of Alberta from 2015 to 2021, where she developed her research expertise further. Dr. Styler's academic journey also includes postdoctoral training at the Leibniz Institute for Tropospheric Research. With a strong foundation in environmental chemistry, she is committed to advancing knowledge and practice in the field, and her scholarly works and teaching activities reflect her passion for research and education.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

McMaster University • Hamilton, ON

Responsible for leading the P.A.R.T.I.C.L.E.S. research group focusing on pollutants and environmental impact.

Assistant Professor

2015-01-01 — 2021-12-31

University of Alberta • Alberta

Conducted research and taught in the field of Chemistry.

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Options include Thesis, Project, or Financial Mathematics (M-Phimac).