Dr. Chase Figley

Associate Professor

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Biography

Chase Figley is an associate professor in the Department of Radiology at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, where he conducts research utilizing advanced neuroimaging methods to study brain structure and function in relation to various disorders. His research explores the intricate relationships between brain structure and function using cutting-edge techniques such as diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), myelin water imaging (MWI), and voxel-based morphometry (VBM). Figley completed his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Saskatchewan and earned his PhD in Neuroscience from Queen’s University, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at Johns Hopkins University. He is dedicated to mentoring graduate students in both Master's and PhD programs and collaborates across multiple departments within the institution. Additionally, he holds adjunct faculty positions in the Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology and the Department of Psychology. His commitment to research and education has facilitated significant contributions to the field of cognitive neuroscience, particularly in understanding disease-related cognitive decline.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Conducts research in neuroimaging and leads programs aimed at studying brain disorders.

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.