Dr. Ioannis Nezis

Professor

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Biography

Professor Ioannis Nezis is a leading researcher in the field of Cell Biology, specializing in the study of autophagy, an evolutionarily conserved catabolic process. His research focuses on the mechanisms by which autophagy regulates cellular responses under nutrient starvation, contributes to the degradation of damaged organelles, and promotes developmental remodeling. Nezis’s work has implications for various diseases, including cancer, neurodegeneration, and infections, particularly in understanding how dysfunctional autophagy contributes to aging and disease progression. He employs a combination of in vitro mammalian cell studies and genetic models using Drosophila melanogaster to investigate selective autophagy's role in physiological contexts. His research aims to identify novel selective autophagy receptors and adaptors and to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying autophagy's involvement in health and diseases, ultimately contributing towards developing therapeutic strategies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, UK

Leading research in Cell Biology and autophagy.

Reader

2018-01-01 — 2020-01-01

University of Warwick • Coventry, UK

Conducted advanced research on autophagy and disease.

Associate Professor

2012-01-01 — 2017-12-31

University of Warwick • Coventry, UK

Focused on cellular mechanisms related to autophagy.

Assistant Professor

2009-01-01 — 2012-12-31

University of Ioannina • Ioannina, Greece

Engaged in research of cellular processes.

Post-doctoral Research Fellow

2007-01-01 — 2009-12-31

Oslo University Hospital • Oslo, Norway

Investigated biochemical pathways in cancer biology.

Post-doctoral Research Fellow

2005-01-01 — 2007-12-31

University of Athens • Athens, Greece

Research focused on cellular signaling.

Post-doctoral Research Fellow

2004-01-01 — 2005-12-31

National Hellenic Research Foundation • Athens, Greece

Studied cellular mechanisms in biological processes.

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.