Researchers in profile
Dr. Meredith Irwin - Cell Biology
Dr. Meredith Irwin is a cancer researcher who focuses her studies on a paediatric cancer called neuroblastoma, the third most common cancer in kids. learn more
Dr. Stanley Zlotkin - Child Health Evaluative Sciences
The developer of Sprinkles, a powder micronutrient supplement product used around the world for kids, Dr. Stanley Zlotkin continues to seek out novel solutions to improve children’s health. learn more
Dr. Brent Derry - Developmental & Stem Cell Biology
A lover of music, Dr. Brent Derry spends part of his time jamming with his rock band when he isn’t working in the lab with his worms seeking greater understanding of genetic mutations related to cancer. learn more
Dr. Andrew Paterson - Genetics & Genome Biology
An avid cyclist, Dr. Andrew Paterson has two feet on the ground in the lab while trying to identify genetic variations that are associated with differences in how people with Type 1 diabetes control their blood sugar. learn more
Dr. Charles Deber - Molecular Structure & Function
A scientist who focuses on the structures of proteins, it’s no wonder that Dr. Charles Deber considers one of the most important scientific breakthroughs to be the understanding that human disease is caused by microorganisms – things we can’t see with the naked eye. learn more
Dr. Maureen Lovett - Neurosciences & Mental Health
Dr. Maureen Lovett has devoted her research career to treatment studies of children and adolescents with significant reading disabilities. learn more
David Douda - Physiology & Experimental Medicine
A black belt in karate, David Douda is a graduate student at SickKids studying specific molecules that help defend the lungs against infection. learn more