Dr. Marica Bakovic

Professor

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Biography

Marica Bakovic is a Professor in the Department of Human Health Sciences at the University of Guelph. Her research focuses on the regulation of genes involved in choline transport, phospholipid metabolism, and nutrient transporter kinetics, emphasizing molecular cell biology and the effect of nutrients on protein synthesis and gene expression. She has extensively studied nutritional genomics, particularly concerning risk factors associated with cardiovascular diseases and insulin resistance. She obtained her B.Sc. and M.Sc. from Belgrade and her Ph.D. from Alberta. Dr. Bakovic's prominent publications include investigations into choline transporter deficiencies and their effects on neurodegeneration, as well as the role of phosphoethanolamine cytidylyltransferase in lipid metabolism. Her work has contributed significantly to understanding the metabolic processes and health implications of lipids and nutrients.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Guelph

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:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).