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ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
Soft Matter Physics Professors and Supervisors in Canada
Professors in soft matter physics in canada
173 professors found
Professor
University of Toronto
Canada
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Polymer Physics
Phase Diagram
Soft Matter Physics
Molecular Physics
Professor
McMaster University
Canada
Research Interests
Polymer Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Nanomechanics
Soft Matter Physics
Colloid Science
Professor
McMaster University
Canada
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Polymer Physics
Self-assembly
Block Copolymer
Conjugated Polymer
Associate Professor
University of Calgary
Canada
Research Interests
Fluid Mechanics
Polymer Physics
Rheology
Soft Matter Physics
Heat Transfer
Distinguished James McGill Professor
McGill University
Canada
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Polymer Physics
Soft Matter Physics
Gas Hydrate
Molecular Physics
Professor
University of Toronto
Canada
Research Interests
Polymer Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Soft Matter Physics
Reaction Dynamics
Cytoskeleton Dynamics
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
The University of British Columbia
Canada
Research Interests
Solid Mechanics
Polymer Physics
Nanomechanics
Soft Matter Physics
Micromechanics
University of Saskatchewan
Canada
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Supramolecular Chemistry
Interfacial Science
Soft Matter Physics
McMaster University
Canada
Research Interests
Tissue Engineering
Polymer Chemistry
Biomaterial
Nanomaterials In Biomedical Engineering
Hydrogel
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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
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Assistant Professor
University of Calgary
Canada
Research Interests
Drilling Engineering
Geophysics
Frictional Mechanics
Robust Control
Wave Propagation
Professor
McGill University
Canada
Research Interests
Aerodynamics
Fluid Mechanics
Supersonic Flow
Jet Physics
Large Eddy Simulation
Professor
University of Alberta
Canada
Research Interests
Polymer Chemistry
Polymer Physics
Interfacial Science
Hydrogel
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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.
What should I include in my first email to a professor?
A brief introduction, research interests aligned with the professor’s work, CV, and (if available) publication links.
How long should I wait before following up with a professor?
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Is it better to send the same email to many professors?
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