Dr. Changiz Taghibiglou

Associate Professor

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Biography

Changiz Taghibiglou is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anatomy, Physiology, and Pharmacology at the University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on excitotoxicity-induced neuronal apoptosis, particularly in contexts such as stroke and neurodegenerative diseases. He investigates the roles of lipid rafts and neuronal receptor signaling in cellular processes, with specific emphasis on lipid neurobiology and brain insulin signaling pathways. In addition to his work on cellular and molecular mechanisms related to traumatic brain injury and concussion, Taghibiglou designs bioactive short peptides and examines biomarkers associated with these injuries. He holds a Pharm. D. from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences and a PhD in Clinical Biochemistry from the University of Toronto. His post-doctoral research was conducted at the Hospital for Sick Children and the University of British Columbia, contributing significantly to the field of neuroscience.

Research Interests

Awards

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Brain Star Award

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CIHR Fellowship

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Michael Smith Foundation Health Research Fellowship

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.