Dr. Jared Simpson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jared Simpson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto, with a notable affiliation at the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research. He holds a Ph.D. and specializes in bioinformatics and computational biology, emphasizing genome analysis and sequencing technology development. His research is primarily focused on the advancement of algorithms and software methods for analyzing genome sequencing data. He has a particular interest in new and emerging sequencing technologies that aim to address the limitations of existing methods, with current projects centered around long-read sequencing. His interests further extend to genome assembly, variant detection within cancer populations, and the detection of modified nucleotides in viral genome sequencing.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

Engaged in advanced research in bioinformatics and computational biology with a focus on genomic sequencing.

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