Dr. Rodrigo França

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Rodrigo França is a professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Dentistry and has specialized training in Dental Materials Science. Dr. França completed his Master’s and PhD degrees at the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil, and later earned a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the Montreal Polytechnique School at the University of Montreal, Canada. With over 20 years of experience, he has taught Dental Materials at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Currently, he serves as the Head of the Dental Material Division in the College of Dentistry and directs the Dental Biomaterials Research Lab at the University of Manitoba. Additionally, he holds a cross-appointment in the Department of Oral Biology and is a core member of the Biomedical Engineering graduate program, as well as a member of the Manitoba Institute of Materials. Dr. França is also involved with various professional organizations, including the Academy of Dental Materials and the Canadian International Association for Dental Research.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.