Dr. Justin Nodwell

Professor

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Biography

Justin Nodwell is a Professor and Vice Dean of Research & Health Science Education at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on antibiotic resistance, specifically studying the Streptomyces bacteria and small molecule analysis. He began his scientific career as a teenager and pursued an undergraduate degree in genetics followed by a PhD in molecular biology. With mentorship from notable figures like Jack Greenblatt and Richard Losick, he has developed a robust research portfolio. Prior to joining the University of Toronto in 2013, he held an independent position at McMaster University from 1998 to 2013. His work aims to understand the biochemical activities of molecules secreted by microorganisms and their roles in drug discovery, addressing the pressing issue of antibiotic resistance and cancer therapies. Nodwell has also held various appointments and memberships, indicating his significant contributions to the field of chemical biology and microbial life research.

Research Interests

Experience

Vice Dean - Research & Health Science Education

— Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overseeing research initiatives and health science education programs.

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Biochemistry.

Independent Researcher

1998-01-01 — 2013-12-31

McMaster University • Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Conducted independent research on microbial life and drug discovery.

Awards

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Chair

2021-01-01

Courses

BCH 2128H Scientific Thinking Practice BCH2024H Principles Basic Science BCH2024H Mass Spectrometry: Theory Emerging Research Applications BCH350H Antibiotics and Antibiotic Targets BCH374Y1 Research Project Biochemistry BCH473Y Advanced Research Project Biochemistry

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