Dr. John Decoteau

Professor

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Biography

John DeCoteau is a Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan. He holds an MD from the University of Saskatchewan and completed his specialty certification in Hematopathology at the University of Toronto. He has also pursued post-doctoral research studies at prestigious institutions such as Harvard and MIT. His expertise encompasses molecular biology, leukemia, cancer diagnosis, and classification. As Medical Director of the Advanced Diagnostic Research Laboratory (ADRL) and co-leader of the Translational Cancer Research (TCR) Cluster, Dr. DeCoteau focuses on improving cancer diagnostics and targeted therapies through the use of cutting-edge technologies. The ADRL is dedicated to developing and validating diagnostic tests for cancer patients in Saskatchewan, employing techniques like 10-color flow cytometry and next-generation sequencing (NGS). His recent projects include innovative monitoring techniques for Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) patients and assessing the therapeutic potential of synthetic antibodies for leukemia treatment. Dr. DeCoteau's work aims to enhance the sensitivity of cancer monitoring tests and support clinical trials and pharmaceutical developments through advanced technology.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

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:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.