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MICHAEL SMITH
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UNIQUE EXPERTISE TO ADDRESS RESEARCH CHALLENGES

Internationally renowned programs of research and training

Home to more than 250 researchers, the MSL investigates molecular genetics in humans, animals and plants, fermentation and bio-process engineering, and bioinformatics.

EXCEPTIONAL BREADTH OF EXPERTISE

Cross-disciplinary approaches in research

Driven by advances in genomics, new opportunities in biotechnology-related fields are emerging at a rate that is both exciting and challenging. The MSL faculty are particularly well suited to seize these opportunities.

1993 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry

“With the Nobel Prize, I have the ability to make a difference”

“Discoveries and investors will go to countries with well-funded programs, and skilled researchers will go with them.”

UBC is one of BC’s Top 50 Employers

The Michael Smith Laboratories attracts outstanding talent to UBC

A career at UBC is enriched with a sense of belonging, purpose and dedication.

Advocate of science literacy

Global Issues, Global Citizenship

Successful outreach program aimed at school students and educators.

Welcome to the Michael Smith Laboratories

Located in the heart of the UBC campus, the Michael Smith Laboratories is a testament to the vision of its founding Director, Dr. Michael Smith. Under his leadership, a gifted team of young scientists were recruited. These scientists have gone on to develop internationally renowned programs of research and training. The second and third floors of the new building are dedicated to the research facilities of the former Biotechnology Laboratory. The Stewart and Marilyn Blusson Education Forum is located on the ground floor and is open to the public.

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