
In this area our teams are elucidating the biochemical and cellular basis of human diseases and the molecular mechanisms underlying drug action and their targets.
Our investigation of disease mechanisms provides insights into identification of novel therapeutic targets for which small molecules or biologics are being developed. Research is directed towards the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying the function of therapeutic targets, correcting the target using gene therapy, and the intracellular signalling pathways they control and the mechanistic study of drug action. Approaches incorporate human studies, patient-derived samples and animal models of disease. Our research teams are interested in several human diseases or conditions including drug addiction, autism, diabetes, cancer, genetic disorders, infectious diseases, and neurological diseases.
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How a trade war with the U.S. could hit Canada’s medicine supply
Despite a temporary pause on U.S. tariffs, Assistant Professor Mina Tadrous warns that uncertainty remains over the potential impact on Canada’s medicine supply.
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Global collaborations key to solving research and environmental challenges
As researcher and delegate to UN Convention on Biodiversity, Justin Vigar emphasizes importance of international relationships
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Faces of PharmSci: Yasmin Aboelzahab
PhD candidate Yasmin Aboelzahab, working with Prof. Lisa Dolovich, researches how pharmacists and digital health can support newcomer international students in navigating Canada’s healthcare system.
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