Dr. Peter Zandstra inducted as Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences

Internationally recognized as a leader in biomedical engineering and stem cell therapeutics, Dr. Peter Zandstra is inducted as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS). The CAHS Fellowships aim to recognize Canadian scientists who demonstrate “…vision, innovation and sustained excellence in their fields”. Dr. Zandstra’s research on stem cell maturation is at the forefront of the development of innovative stem cell therapeutics for diseases such as leukemia. This induction by the CAHS recognizes his contributions to the growth of biomedical engineering research and education in Canada.

Dr. Freda Miller joins the Michael Smith Laboratories

Dr. Freda Miller is jointly appointed as a Professor with the Michael Smith Laboratories and the Department of Medical Genetics. Dr. Miller is a world-renowned neurobiologist, with her breakthrough’s having led to major clinical advancements. This includes her discovery of stem cells in the second layer of skin, a discovery which has become critical for repairing skin injuries. Dr. Miller’s work has also allowed researchers to better understand neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders, leading to clinical trials for therapies focused on brain injury repair. At the same time as she joins the MSL, Dr. Miller’s impacts and accomplishments are recognized through the naming of the Dr. Freda Miller public school in Calgary, Alberta.