Dr. Satinder Brar

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Satinder Kaur Brar is a globally recognized researcher with expertise in value-added waste processing and the removal of emerging contaminants. She has published over 400 peer-reviewed articles, holds 8 patents, and has edited 15 books. Her innovative research focuses on biopesticides and biofertilizers using wastewater, applied globally in countries like Vietnam, Morocco, and India. Dr. Brar is a leader in the treatment of contaminants such as pharmaceuticals, microplastics, and endocrine disruptors. She has been invited by academic institutions worldwide to share her expertise, collaborating with various sciences academies in Germany, Mexico, and India. Her work has earned her prestigious awards, including induction into the European Academy of Science Arts in 2021 and the Grand Prize in Environmental Engineering from the AAEES, along with multiple accolades from the American Society of Civil Engineering (ASCE). As the director of the Inzymes Group at York University, Dr. Brar has attracted $15 million in research funding and has supervised 80 highly qualified personnel (HQP), many of whom have pursued careers in academia, government, and industry. Her research has been cited by global policy organizations, including the EU and FAO, highlighting the significant impact of her work on environmental sustainability.

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Requirements for York University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor degree in a related discipline
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Department of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies graduate programs generally follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) B+ minimum requirement.