Dr. Ryan Van Lieshout

Professor

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Biography

Ryan Van Lieshout is a perinatal psychiatrist with expertise in neurodevelopment and the impact of early life exposures on mental health. His research focuses on the effects of pregnancy and early postpartum experiences on brain development and how these experiences can influence the risk of developing mental disorders throughout the lifespan. With a Canada Research Chair in Perinatal Programming and Mental Disorders, he is dedicated to advancing the understanding of how prenatal and early life factors contribute to mental health issues. Dr. Van Lieshout has held significant academic appointments, including the Albert Einstein/Irving Zucker Chair in Neuroscience at McMaster University, where he applies his clinical insights and research to support youth health and develop preventative treatment strategies for mental health challenges.

Research Interests

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

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