Dr. Zachary Laksman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Zachary Laksman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on novel technologies that facilitate personalized medicine, particularly in the areas of inherited arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation, and stem cell disease modeling. Dr. Laksman's team utilizes genomics and computational modeling for drug screening and disease modeling as part of clinical trials. He is affiliated with the UBC School of Biomedical Engineering and the Centre for Heart Lung Innovation, among other institutions. He has received several accolades, including the Professional Investigator Award from the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research and the Young Investigator Award from the Canadian Cardiovascular Society. His contributions to the field are recognized through multiple awards, demonstrating his commitment to advancing research in cardiovascular health.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Responsibilities include research and teaching in the Department of Medicine, focusing on personalized medicine and related technologies.

Awards

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Professional Investigator Award

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Distinguished Achievement Award

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Young Investigator Award

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Canada's Top 40 Under 40

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.