Dr. James Nagy

Professor

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Biography

James Nagy is a full professor at the University of Manitoba, specializing in neuroscience physiology. His research primarily focuses on gap junctions in central nervous system cells, utilizing proteomic, molecular, and biochemical approaches, including immunofluorescence imaging. This research aims to identify the structural and regulatory protein composition of electrical synapses and investigate the intracellular signaling pathways that regulate connexin assembly and turnover. Nagy has authored over 200 peer-reviewed publications and numerous book chapters and reviews, achieving an H-index of 73. His research has been supported by grants from NSERC, CIHR, and NIH, with a significant impact evidenced by over 16,000 cumulative citations. He has fostered collaborations with industry for over 25 years, contributing to the development of high-quality antibodies against CNS proteins. Nagy earned a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Biochemistry, followed by a PhD in Interdisciplinary Neuroscience from the University of British Columbia. He completed postdoctoral studies at the University of Cambridge and the University of Toronto and is currently accepting graduate students.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Full Professor in the Department of Physiology focusing on neuroscience and electrical synapses.

Awards

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Huntington Society of Canada Studentship

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MRC of Canada Post-Doctoral Scholarship

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MRC Canada Scientist Award

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.