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The Department of Medical Biophysics is a cross-disciplinary unit renowned for its pioneering work in cancer studies, therapies, and other medical advancements. Based mainly at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Research Institute, and SickKids Research Institute, it provides graduate programs culminating in Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. This innovative program bridges biology, physics, clinical medicine, and engineering, offering a contemporary academic framework and top-tier research opportunities.
Within this PhD track, candidates undertake thesis research alongside a structured medical physics coursework. The program fosters an intensive research setting where students engage with clinical technologies like CT scans, MRI, nuclear medicine, and radiation therapy. Current investigations include AI applications, theranostics, and advanced particle therapies, equipping students with expertise for impactful research and leadership roles.
MBP faculty actively explore the central nervous system's function and its connection to diseases. Their research employs molecular, cellular, preclinical, and clinical methods, frequently utilizing imaging technologies to uncover new understandings of neurological health and disorders.