Dr. Scott Prosser

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Biography

R. Scott Prosser is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Toronto Mississauga. His research focuses on molecular imaging, protein folding, amyloidosis, and enzyme functional dynamics through advanced NMR techniques. Prosser's recent work explores novel methods to study membrane protein topology and dynamics as well as the use of fluorine NMR tags for studying protein structures. He has pioneered the use of nanoparticles as contrast agents in medical imaging, aiming to create a common platform for MRI and CT applications. His ongoing projects include examining the conformational dynamics of proteins using 19F NMR and investigating paramagnetic effects of dissolved oxygen to gain insights into protein structure. With expertise in biophysics and physical chemistry, Prosser integrates various fields in his endeavors, continually expanding the understanding of protein interactions and structures.

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Experience

Professor

— Present

Department of Biochemistry, University of Toronto Mississauga • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Leads research and teaches various courses in biochemistry and molecular imaging.

Awards

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Biological Medicinal Chemistry Lectureship Award

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Distinguished Professor Biophysical Chemistry

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Jeremy Knowles Award

Courses

BCH 2106H Membrane Proteomics CHM372H Biomedical Research JBC472H JCP422H CHM1455F BTC1710

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Department of Sociology