Dr. Timothy Hughes

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Biography

Dr. Timothy Hughes is a professor in the Department of Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto. With a focus on molecular genetics, Dr. Hughes conducts significant research in bioinformatics and computational biology. His work encompasses a variety of complex topics, including gene regulation and expression, genome analysis and sequencing, and the interactions between proteins, and nucleic acids. He is particularly interested in the diverse functions of non-coding DNA and RNA, which are critical in understanding gene regulation and the human genome. His laboratory employs advanced microarray technologies and computational data analysis to explore gene expression in organisms such as yeast and mice. Dr. Hughes collaborates with numerous research groups both nationally and internationally, driving innovation in the understanding of gene functions and molecular interactions.

Research Interests

Awards

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Canada Research Chair in Decoding Gene Regulation

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John W. Billes Chair in Medical Research

Courses

MMG1001

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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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology