Dr. James Omichinski

Professor

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Biography

James G. Omichinski is a full professor at the Université de Montréal in the Faculty of Medicine, specifically in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine. His research focuses on the three-dimensional structure determination of proteins, particularly DNA-protein complexes and the systems involved in the regulation of transcription, as well as viral infections and cancer development. He leads multiple research projects funded by various national agencies and collaborates on studies involving protein interactions and mechanistic insights into cellular mechanisms affecting hematopoietic development. Omichinski's extensive teaching history includes supervising doctoral and master's theses in fields such as posttranslational modifications of proteins. He has also explored the impact of acetylation on key proteins involved in autophagy and cancer. His work has significant implications for the development of new therapeutic agents and understanding the molecular basis of diseases.

Research Interests

Requirements for Université de Montréal

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
MSc in Pharmacology or equivalent Research supervisor confirmation
Application Checklist
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  • Birth certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2/C1)
Specialization Notes

Department of Pharmacology and Physiology - Research intensive with options in Neuropharmacology and Pharmacogenomics.