Dr. Matthew Holahan

Professor

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Biography

Matthew Holahan is a Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Carleton University. His academic pursuits involve a comprehensive understanding of rodent behavioral neuroscience, particularly through pharmacological manipulations and advanced cellular and molecular techniques such as Golgi impregnation, immunohistochemistry, Western blots, and quantitative PCR. Holahan aims to foster a collaborative research environment in his lab, emphasizing the development of undergraduate and graduate students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills. His research is primarily focused on integrative neuroscience, exploring the influences on neural structure and function within behavioral contexts. Notably, his work delves into pre-clinical models for Parkinson’s disease and the resultant developmental manipulations that impact neural memory functions. Holahan has successfully supervised numerous students, contributing to a robust publication record that reflects their collaborative projects in behavioral and molecular neuroscience.

Research Interests

Courses

NEUR 1203: Neuroscience Mental Health and Neurological Disease NEUR 2201: Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience NEUR 3204: Neuropharmacology

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.