Dr. Wania Khan

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Biography

Wania Khan is a 4th year biology student at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She is currently a co-op research assistant in the Matsubara lab, where she has been engaged in research supported by the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award since January 2021. Her research focuses on cellular mechanisms underlying eye diseases. Wania is expected to complete her undergraduate degree in 2023 and has aspirations of continuing her education in graduate school. Her academic and research activities are part of a joint initiative aligned with UBC's goals in research innovation and excellence in the field of vision science. Her work contributes to understanding molecular and cellular mechanisms related to ophthalmic imaging and vision care.

Research Interests

Molecular Biology Cellular Mechanisms Ophthalmic Imaging Vision Sciences

Experience

Undergraduate Co-op Research Assistant

2021-01-01 — Present

Matsubara Lab, University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Conducting research on cellular mechanisms related to eye diseases as part of the NSERC Undergraduate Student Research Award program.

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.