Dr. Matthias Amrein

Professor

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Biography

Matthias Walter Amrein is a professor at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, specializing in airway inflammation research as part of the Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute. He studied at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, where he completed a joint doctorate with IBM Research Lab, leading to significant advancements using scanning probe techniques in biomedical applications. Amrein is the director of the university-wide microscopy imaging facility, which provides advanced imaging services to over 100 laboratories in various fields, including medicine and biological sciences. His research has resulted in several patented methods related to cancer diagnostics and treatment of pulmonary surfactant dysfunction. His work explores the interaction of nanoparticles with lung tissues and investigates cancer cell vibrational profiles, contributing to a better understanding of cancer cell behavior in response to immune cells. Amrein's findings have been published in prestigious journals such as Nature Medicine and Immunity, showcasing his innovative approaches in medical research and the development of new technologies for cancer treatment.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary • Calgary, AB, Canada

Lead research and educational initiatives in airway inflammation and cancer diagnostics.

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.