Dr. Uldis Silins

Professor

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Biography

Uldis Silins is a Professor focusing on Forest Hydrology at the University of Alberta in the Department of Renewable Resources. His research primarily investigates the impacts of climate-related forest disturbances, such as wildfires and Mountain Pine Beetle infestations. Silins's work encompasses a range of hydrological concepts including snowpacks, water quality, and riverine environments, as well as the dynamics of surface and subsurface processes. He co-leads the Southern Rockies Watershed Project, which is an extensive research initiative aimed at understanding hydrological dynamics across instrumented watersheds in Alberta. His research contributes to the development of frameworks that inform water management strategies in the context of forestry operations and environmental stewardship.

Research Interests

Awards

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Alberta Emerald Award: Challenge Award Water

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Canada Council Federation Excellence Water Stewardship Award

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Teacher of the Year Award, Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences

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Faculty Teaching Award, Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences

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ECSA Teacher of the Year Award

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