Dr. Khalid Al Zahrani

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Khalid Al-Zahrani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on the development and application of high throughput in vivo functional genomics tools to study the mechanisms behind chromosomal alterations that drive tumorigenesis. He aims to identify cancer-specific drivers and vulnerabilities within the native tumor microenvironment using advanced techniques such as multiplexed CRISPR screens in mouse models. Al-Zahrani's work in functional genomics and proteomics strives to advance understanding in areas such as molecular medicine and human genetics, particularly in the context of cancer and diseases of development.

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Generation Scientist

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