Dr. James Dowling

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Biography

James Dowling is a professor in Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on understanding the pathogenic mechanisms of childhood muscle diseases using zebrafish as a model system. He combines gene discovery and model systems research to define disease pathology and identify potential treatments. Dowling's laboratory is particularly interested in the role of endolysosomes in muscle biology and seeks to develop therapies through drug discovery and development screening. His work addresses rare diseases and contributes to the advancement of knowledge in molecular medicine and human genetics.

Research Interests

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