Dr. John Aitchison

Assistant Professor

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Biography

John Aitchison is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Alberta and the Center for Infectious Disease Research in Seattle. He earned his Ph.D. from McMaster University and is known for his contributions to systems biology and cellular complexity. He focuses on the molecular mechanisms that underpin biological processes and has pioneered new tools for high-throughput biological measurements, including DNA microarrays and large-scale proteomic mass spectrometry. His research seeks to understand how compartmentalization regulates cellular functions, particularly in the context of pathogenic interactions with human hosts. Aitchison’s lab applies functional genomics, proteomics, and computational biology to study nucleocytoplasmic transport and peroxisome biogenesis, striving to delineate the intricate interplay between pathogens and hosts. He has published extensively on topics ranging from regulatory networks to the role of peroxisomes in cellular dynamics, offering valuable insights into cellular organization and its implications for health and disease.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management