Dr. George Mutwiri

Professor

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Biography

George Mutwiri is the Executive Director and a Professor at the School of Public Health at the University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on the development of vaccines and immunotherapeutic agents, particularly in the formulation and delivery systems of these vaccines. He investigates the mechanisms of action and seeks to enhance the efficacy of vaccines and immunotherapy through various methodologies, including the exploration of innate immune responses regulated by innate immune receptors. His work includes significant research on Toll-like receptors and mucosal immunology. Mutwiri has been a principal investigator on prestigious grants, including a recent NSERC Discovery grant to study the mechanisms of action of adjuvants in pigs. With a commitment to improving health outcomes, he collaborates with Indigenous communities to develop research initiatives addressing specific health challenges, including HIV.

Research Interests

Courses

PUBH 806.3 Public Health Biology VACC 801.3 Vaccinology & Immunotherapeutics

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.