Dr. Chris Howlett

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Chris Howlett is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Western University. He earned his MD from the University of Calgary and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, specializing in Pathology. His clinical activities include surgical autopsy pathology and the implementation and interpretation of molecular pathology tests. His major research focus is on understanding the pathogenesis of neuroendocrine tumors of the gastrointestinal tract, with the aim of uncovering key pathways that lead to aggressive behavior in neoplasms. Additionally, he has a secondary research interest in identifying molecular abnormalities associated with Hodgkin lymphoma. His contributions to the field are demonstrated through various research activities and his commitment to education in pathology.

Research Interests

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
  • Transcripts
  • CV (optional)
Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.