Dr. Andras Kapus

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Biography

Andras Kapus is a prominent physiologist specializing in the fields of ion transport, cellular metabolism, and the cytoskeleton. He received his MD from Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary, before completing his PhD in 1992 under the guidance of Drs. G.L Lukacs and Fonyo, where he focused on mitochondrial cation transport. His research has significantly advanced our understanding of the physiological roles of various ion channels and transport mechanisms in cellular processes. His investigations into cellular plasticity and epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) have implications in organ fibrosis and cancer biology. Kapus has published over 127 peer-reviewed articles, contributing to major discussions in cell biology and mechanotransduction. He currently serves as the head of the Critical Care/Inflammation Platform at St. Michael's Hospital, where he leads interdisciplinary research aimed at elucidating the molecular pathways regulating cellular behavior in response to mechanical and chemical stimuli. His work has been recognized with several prestigious awards, reflecting his commitment to mentorship and research excellence in the field.

Research Interests

Awards

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James Waddell Mentorship Award

2013-01-01
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Premier’s Research Excellence Award (PREA)

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Mel Silverman Mentorship Award

2005-01-01
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Scholar Medical Research Council Canada

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Elsie Winifred Crann Memorial Trust Award Medical Research

1997-01-01
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Fellowship Medical Research Council Canada

Courses

BCH2120 Studies of Tissue Barriers: Regulation of Phenotype Transport in Epithelium and Endothelium

Requirements for University of Toronto

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:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology