Dr. Blaine Hoshizaki

Professor

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Biography

Blaine Hoshizaki is a full professor and director of the Neurotrauma Impact Science Laboratory at the University of Ottawa. He is an internationally recognized scientist specializing in brain injury research. Over the past 25 years, Professor Hoshizaki has developed a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between head impact mechanics and neurological outcomes. He has authored 190 refereed scientific publications and given 300 scientific presentations, and holds 22 product patents. Professor Hoshizaki has played significant roles in product development for CCM Hockey and Bauer Hockey, and has consulted for professional teams including the Montreal Canadiens and New York Rangers. In 2011, he was named one of the top 50 influential people in sport by the Globe and Mail. He has also been involved in U.S. Senate committee hearings concerning concussions in sports equipment marketing. His engineering design teams have developed helmets for a variety of sports, including ice hockey, cycling, lacrosse, and football, and he has chaired ISO Committee for Ice Hockey Product Certification. With 25 years of experience in head injury research and business development, Professor Hoshizaki is committed to reducing risks associated with head trauma. He is currently accepting new students for thesis supervision.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History