Dr. Tooru Mizuno

Professor

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Biography

Tooru Mizuno is a Professor at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, specializing in the Physiology and Pathophysiology of the central nervous system (CNS). His research focuses on understanding how the hypothalamus regulates metabolism and neuroendocrine function. Specifically, he investigates how hypothalamic neurons and glial cells respond to changes in nutrient and hormonal signals as well as environmental factors that influence metabolic regulation. Utilizing animal models and molecular techniques, his laboratory aims to uncover the mechanisms underlying metabolic regulation, contributing significantly to the understanding of metabolic diseases, particularly obesity. Before joining the University of Manitoba, Dr. Mizuno held research positions at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center at Harvard Medical School. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Physiology from Yokohama City University School of Medicine, further solidifying his expertise in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, Manitoba

Specializes in Physiology and Pathophysiology, focusing on CNS regulation and metabolism.

Awards

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Graduate Paper Award

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New Investigator Travel Awards

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+)
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.