Professor Dr. Thomas Mattison

Associate Professor

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Biography

Thomas Mattison is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on Particle and Nuclear Physics, specifically in the field of Experimental Particle Physics and Subatomic Physics. He has been actively involved in research regarding CP violation, B decays, and Accelerator Physics, contributing significantly to the understanding of these complex phenomena. Thomas has been with UBC since 1999, previously holding positions at prestigious institutions such as Stanford Linear Accelerator Center and CERN. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1978, followed by a Doctoral degree in 1986, studying Comparison Charged Neutral Current Structure Functions under the supervision of Nobel Laureate Jerome Friedman. Throughout his career, he has published numerous works in his field and has been dedicated to mentoring students in physics research.

Research Interests

Particle Physics Nuclear Physics Experimental Particle Physics Subatomic Physics

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver

Teaching and conducting research in physics, focusing on Particle and Nuclear Physics.

Visiting Professor

— Present

University Autonoma de Barcelona • CERN

Conducted research at CERN during sabbatical.

Staff Scientist

— Present

Stanford Linear Accelerator Center •

Engaged in research and experiments in particle physics.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

— Present

Stanford Linear Accelerator Center •

Conducted postdoctoral research in particle physics.

Graduate RA

— Present

Massachusetts Institute of Technology •

Assisted in research during graduate studies.

Visiting NSF Fellow

— Present

Stanford University •

Conducted research as a visiting fellow.

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.