Dr. Roger Thompson

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Roger Thompson is a Professor at the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms of neuronal death in neurodegenerative diseases and the fundamentals of synaptic plasticity. His lab is currently investigating novel mechanisms of signaling related to NMDA receptors, particularly their metabotropic role. Additionally, Dr. Thompson's lab employs state-of-the-art electrophysiology, imaging, and molecular biology techniques to elucidate the diverse roles that ion channels, such as pannexin-1, play in cell death and plasticity. Through this work, he aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of cellular processes involved in neuronal health and disease.

Research Interests

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
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

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