Dr. Arshad Ayyaz

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Arshad Ayyaz trained in mucosal immunity and conducted postdoctoral research at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging and Mount Sinai Hospital. His research focuses on regenerative plasticity of somatic stem cells and the dysregulation of gastrointestinal disorders, exploring novel therapeutic strategies to restore normal function. His work has significant implications for understanding how tumor cells' stem cell-like properties contribute to poor prognosis and resistance to immunotherapy in colorectal cancer. Ayyaz employs advanced techniques such as 3D organoids and single cell-multiomics to address critical questions in cancer research. He established an independent research group at the University of Calgary in 2022, contributing vital knowledge to regenerative medicine and understanding the mechanisms of immune escape in cancer cells.

Research Interests

Courses

Developmental Biology Animals Human Genetics Undergraduate Independent Research Project

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.