Dr. Keith Wheaton

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Keith Wheaton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Immunology at the University of Ottawa. His research focuses on cellular senescence and the P53 tumor suppressor, providing insights into diseases such as Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome. He has a strong background in biochemistry and molecular biology, having obtained his BSc in Biochemistry from the University of Guelph, a BEd in Adult Education from Brock University, and a PhD from the University of Calgary. Additionally, he completed post-doctoral research at the University of Toronto and York University. Keith is committed to undergraduate teaching and learning, and directs the Translational Molecular Medicine Undergraduate Program. His expertise in these areas contributes to the educational mission of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa, where he fosters a conducive learning environment for students pursuing their degrees in health sciences and related fields.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Ottawa • Ottawa, ON

Teaching and researching cellular senescence and tumor suppression in the Faculty of Medicine.

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History