Dr. Tim Salcudean

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Biography

Current Research Focus Dr. Salcudean’s research focuses on ultrasound, teleoperation image-guided surgical robotics. Dr. Rohling developed imaging methods to measure tissue mechanical properties. Clinical collaborators explore correlations with disease. Current work with Drs. Goldenberg and Black on imaging prostate cancer aims to improve diagnosis in robot-assisted surgery.

Research Interests

Haptic Interfaces Teleoperation Simulators Medical Robotics Imaging Interfaces Optimization-Based Design

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.