Dr. Tabrez Siddiqui

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Tabrez J. Siddiqui is an associate professor in the Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology at the University of Manitoba and serves as Principal Investigator at the PrairieNeuro Research Centre in the Kleysen Institute for Advanced Medicine. His research program focuses on understanding synaptic mechanisms underlying cognition and memory. Dr. Siddiqui's academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Aligarh Muslim University, followed by a Master's in Molecular Biology and a Doctorate in Neurobiology. His work has received multiple awards including the Canadian Association of Neuroscience Young Investigator Award and recognition for excellence in graduate student mentoring. He employs a multidisciplinary approach combining molecular, electrophysiological, and behavioral techniques to investigate synaptic adhesion molecules that play critical roles in neural circuit formation and function. His contributions to the field bridge basic discovery with clinical relevance, providing insight into neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders such as autism and schizophrenia. Dr. Siddiqui's lab fosters a vibrant training environment for graduate students, emphasizing collaboration and innovative research techniques.

Research Interests

Awards

#2025

Walter Mackenzie Visiting Professorship

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Excellence in Graduate Student Mentoring Award Nomination

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Neuroscience Distinguished Lectureship

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Killam Lectureship

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Young Investigator Award

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NARSAD Young Investigator Award

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.