Dr. Thomas Back

Professor

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Biography

Thomas Back is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Calgary, specializing in synthetic organic chemistry. He received his B.S. in Chemistry in 1968, followed by an M.S. in Chemistry in 1971 and a Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry in 1974, all from McGill University. His research focuses on the synthesis of biologically interesting target molecules, including steroidal enzyme inhibitors and azasteroids with anticancer activity. His work also involves antibiotics and antiviral agents, such as virantmycin, and explores novel analogues with custom-tailored properties through molecular modeling. Additionally, he has developed new synthetic methodologies based on organosulfur and selenium compounds. His teaching expertise encompasses organic chemistry, particularly at the introductory graduate level, with a special emphasis on organic synthesis.

Research Interests

Awards

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Teaching Excellence Award

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Alfred Bader Award

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Award of Excellence

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Killam Resident Fellowship

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Research Fellowship

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Fellow

Courses

Advanced Organic Chemistry

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.