Dr. Yasmine Abdin

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yasmine Abdin is an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia, specializing in Polymer Matrix Composite Materials. Her research focuses on understanding the long-term durability and performance of composite material structures under varying service conditions. She is particularly interested in the integration of damage tolerance and durability within materials, employing probabilistic design techniques to improve structural reliability. Prof. Abdin has a strong background in multi-scale modeling, finite element analysis, and the application of machine learning techniques to enhance modeling efficiency. Her work seeks to advance the design validation simulation techniques accepted in high-performance industries, emphasizing the importance of understanding the structure-property relationships in composite materials. She completed her doctorate at KU Leuven and has been actively involved in research that pushes the boundaries of material performance and integrative digital simulation techniques. Through her work, she aims to develop innovative solutions that will meet the challenges faced in the practical applications of advanced composite materials.

Research Interests

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.