Dr. Val Fajardo

Associate Professor

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Biography

Val Andrew Fajardo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Brock University. He holds a Canada Research Chair in Tissue Re-modelling and Plasticity throughout the Lifespan. His research focuses on the mechanisms underlying muscle wasting conditions such as muscular dystrophy, the effects of aging, and the challenges associated with spaceflight. Fajardo's work also explores muscle metabolism and muscle-based thermogenesis, specifically its impact on obesity and type 2 diabetes. Currently, he is investigating the inhibition of glycogen synthase kinase 3 through clinically relevant drug discovery and the characterization of calcium regulatory proteins. He has published extensively in reputable journals, contributing to the understanding of muscle remodelling in health and disease.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brock University

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:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.