Melanie Woodin
Neuroscientist Melanie Woodin has been appointed as the University of Toronto’s 17th president, making history as the first woman to hold this position. With a strong academic background, including a bachelor’s and master’s degree from the University of Toronto and a PhD from the University of Calgary, she has been a prominent figure in the university since joining the faculty in 2004. Previously serving as the dean of arts and science, Woodin is known for her research on neuronal circuits and the mechanisms of learning and memory. She takes over the presidency on July 1, succeeding Meric Gertler, and aims to restore public faith in higher education amidst current challenges.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 22,703 | $1,700,000 | 1,016$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,005,238 | 22,703 | $1,700,000 | 1,016$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Canada:
Andrew Sheiner came up with the concept of the scholarships during conversations about university education with Melanie Woodin, U of T’s Dean of Arts and Science.
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Canada:
Melanie Woodin has been named the University of Toronto’s 17th president and the first woman to hold the job.
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