Dr. Helen Dimaras

Associate Professor

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Biography

Helen Dimaras is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto's Dalla Lana School of Public Health, where she specializes in molecular genetics related to childhood eye cancer, particularly retinoblastoma. Her research aims to improve patient outcomes globally by determining and delivering optimal care for retinoblastoma. Dimaras employs a blend of global health methodologies, cancer genetics, and clinical research to enhance healthcare access and treatments in low-resource settings. Key initiatives include mapping worldwide retinoblastoma resources and developing patient engagement strategies to optimize research and treatment. She has also led studies on the ethics of voluntourism in global health and has a strong commitment to education within the field. Dimaras has held several prestigious roles, including as a Scientist at the SickKids Research Institute and a Director of Global Eye Health Research.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, Ontario

Scientist

2015-01-01 — Present

SickKids Research Institute • Toronto, Ontario

Director Global Eye Health Research

2015-01-01 — Present

Hospital Sick Children • Toronto, Ontario

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology