Killam Prizes in Health Sciences and Engineering awarded to MSL faculty members

Two MSL faculty members are awarded 2025 Killam Prizes by the Killam Trusts. Dr. Marco Marra receives the Killam Prize in Health Sciences, and Dr. Peter Zandstra receives the Killam Prize in Engineering. Among Canada’s most distinguished research awards, the Killam Prizes recognize “active Canadian scholars who have distinguished themselves through sustained research excellence, making a significant impact in their respective fields.”

Dr. Marra is celebrated for how he has “driven the expansion of genomics in Canada”, leading research on the study of cancer cell mutations to open the door to personalized cancer treatment.

Dr. Zandstra is recognized for being a “globally recognized leader in cell therapy bioprocess engineering”, focusing on stem cell bioengineering and regenerative medicine for the development of therapies to treat immune disorders and cancers.