Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Biomaterials Professors and Supervisors in Canada
Professors in biomaterials in canada
539 professors found
Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair II
Western University
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Physics
Biomaterial
Nanostructured Materials
Hydrogel
McMaster University
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Chemistry
Biomaterial
Nanomaterials In Biomedical Engineering
Hydrogel
Professor
University of Victoria
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Cell Biology
Bioprinting
Electrospinning
Biofabrication
University of Prince Edward Island
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Chemistry
Biomaterial
Hydrogel
Microencapsulation
University of Manitoba
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Physics
Biomaterial
Hemostasis
Self-healing Materials
University of Alberta
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Chemistry
Hydrogel
Biomaterial
Transdermal Drug Delivery
University of Alberta
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Cell Biology
Cryopreservation
Cartilage Biology
Musculoskeletal Biology
University of Calgary
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Bioplastic
Extracellular Matrix Biology
Biomaterial
McGill University
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Cell Biology
Nano Biomaterial Synthesis And Characterization
Regenerative Medicine
Endocytosis
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Living costs in Canada
Estimated costs in Canada.
MonthlyYearly | Canada |
|---|---|
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | C$1.6k $1,200/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | C$979 $720/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | C$1.3k $960/yr |
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | C$11.4k $8,400/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Assistant Professor
University of Victoria
Canada
Research Interests
Ergonomics
Medical Imaging
Biomechanic
Arthroplasty
Musculoskeletal Imaging
Professor
Concordia University
Canada
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Materials Chemistry
Materials Science
Nanostructured Materials
Nanoparticle Synthesis
Professor - Cross Appointment
University of Toronto
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Cardiology
Stem Cell Biology
Biomaterial
Cardiovascular Biology
Opportunities these professors hire for
The University of British Columbia
Top university
Canada
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1 week ago
Top university
Research Associate in Next-Generation RNA Therapeutics at the University of British Columbia This is a full-time research associate opportunity at UBC Vancouver in the Michael Smith Laboratories, working on next-generation RNA therapeutics and polymer-based delivery systems. The position is co-supervised by Dr. Anna Blakney and Dr. Jay Kizhakkedathu. The project focuses on designing and synthesizing novel polymers for RNA delivery, then testing their performance in vivo in preclinical models. Th...
Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
+11 more
1 week ago
University of Alberta
Top university
Canada
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1 week ago
Top university
University of Alberta is hiring a Research Associate in Consolidation & Water Treatment in Edmonton, Canada. This is a full-time, in-person, one-year academic research appointment within the Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences. The role is embedded in a research theme focused on developing solutions for environmental challenges and current energy systems, with emphasis on advanced materials , bio-based consolidants , biosorbents , photocatalysts , and water remediation. The su...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
+9 more
1 week ago
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Should I email professors before submitting my PhD application?
Yes. A well-targeted email can significantly improve your chances in many research-based programs.
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A brief introduction, research interests aligned with the professor’s work, CV, and (if available) publication links.
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