Dr. Shira Joudan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Shira Joudan is an Assistant Professor at the University of Alberta in the Faculty of Science, specializing in Chemistry. Her research focuses on environmental chemistry, particularly the reactions and transport of contaminants as a result of environmental change and human exposure. She is an expert on halogenated contaminants, such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), and is concerned with their toxicological effects and harmful environmental impacts. Joudan teaches analytical environmental chemistry courses and supervises graduate and undergraduate students in her research group. She encourages undergraduates to apply for summer research opportunities through courses such as CHEM 299, 399, and 401/403. Her group website contains more information about research opportunities and details on her publications.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaches analytical environmental chemistry courses and supervises graduate and undergraduate students.

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management