Dr. Richard Thompson

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Richard Thompson is appointed Professor in the Department of Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging at the University of Alberta, where he also holds a cross-appointment in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. His research primarily focuses on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), an innovative non-invasive imaging technology critical for routine clinical practice and an active area of research. His lab develops new imaging methods targeting applications in cardiac imaging, tissue fibrosis, and metabolic imaging. He collaborates with clinicians to study health conditions such as heart failure, diabetes, obesity, cancer therapy toxicity, and long COVID. With extensive experience in MRI physics and image processing, Dr. Thompson supervises graduate students on projects involving the development of novel pulse sequences and analysis techniques. He is a key contributor to the educational development of students in the field, ensuring they gain practical knowledge to apply to their future careers in medicine and engineering.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management