Dr. Saurabh Chitnis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Saurabh Chitnis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Victoria. He specializes in inorganic chemistry, with a focus on the study of inorganic polymers and materials, as well as main group coordination complexes. His research involves understanding the fundamental structures that molecules adopt and how these geometries can unlock new reactivity in the development of new classes of materials. His work encompasses both theoretical and applied levels, where he develops safer catalysts, creates biodegradable plastics, and discovers new reactions that facilitate the construction of molecules used in pharmaceuticals. Chitnis is committed to a collaborative and interdisciplinary training atmosphere, guiding researchers to become independent thinkers and skilled scientists in both industry and academia.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.