Dr. Sena Youn

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sena Youn is a Master's student in the Cell and Developmental Biology program at the University of British Columbia (UBC), specializing in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences within the Faculty of Medicine. She completed her Bachelor of Science at UBC. Her research focuses on the role of P2X receptors in the retinal pigment epithelium and their involvement in inflammasome activity related to age-related macular degeneration. An enthusiastic researcher, Sena is dedicated to advancing knowledge in vision science through her work.

Research Interests

P2X Receptors Retinal Pigment Epithelium Inflammasome Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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.