Dr. Ian Scott

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Biography

Ian Scott is a professor in Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto, with a research focus on the intricacies of developmental biology and genetic regulation in cardiovascular research. He is particularly interested in uncovering the molecular and cellular mechanisms that govern embryonic heart development and adult heart regeneration. His laboratory employs a variety of developmental biology and genomics-based approaches to identify key genes and enhancers that regulate heart development, studying their function in vivo using the zebrafish model system. His goal is to decipher conserved gene regulatory networks associated with human congenital heart diseases, contributing valuable insights into regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. Scott's work extends into areas of bioinformatics, functional genomics, and advanced imaging techniques. He plays a crucial role at the Hospital for Sick Children as a Senior Scientist in the Program of Developmental Stem Cell Biology, and he is committed to advancing knowledge in the field through teaching and innovative research.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Scientist

— Present

Hospital Sick Children • Toronto, Ontario Canada

Leading research in developmental stem cell biology and contributing to innovative genetic models.

Courses

MGY350 - Model Organisms in Disease

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