Dr. Tyler Avis

Professor

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Biography

Tyler Avis is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at Carleton University, specializing in applied aspects of food plant microbiology. He focuses on microbial food spoilage and plant pathology, employing alternatives to synthetic chemicals for controlling the growth of microorganisms in crops and food storage. His research aims to increase food yield and reduce food loss, positively impacting food security and environmental sustainability. He investigates beneficial microorganisms and natural antimicrobial compounds as potential alternatives for controlling harmful microorganisms. His lab utilizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating basic microbiology, biochemistry, bio-analytical and bio-physical chemistry, membrane lipid chemistry, molecular biology, genetics, and genomics.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Carleton University • Ottawa

Current position as Professor specializing in food plant microbiology.

Associate Professor

2012-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Carleton University • Ottawa

Served as Associate Professor in the Department of Biochemistry.

Assistant Professor

2008-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Carleton University • Ottawa

Initially appointed as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry.

Research Associate

2006-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Université Laval • Québec

Worked as a Research Associate focused on microbiological research.

Director Operations & Head Scientist (Microbiology)

2002-01-01 — 2005-01-01

AZYMax • Québec

Led microbiology operations and research initiatives.

Industrial Postdoctoral Fellow

2001-01-01 — 2002-01-01

PureCell Technologies • Trois-Rivières

Conducted postdoctoral research in an industrial setting.

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.