Jill Rourke

Jill Rourke is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Mount Allison University. Her office is located in Barclay 121, and she can be contacted via email at jrourke@mta.ca or by phone at (506) 364-2623. Her professional website focuses on publications, education, teaching, and research activities.

Dr. Rourke's research spans biochemistry, nanotoxicology, pharmacology, and molecular biology, with specific focus areas including nanoparticle cytotoxicity, G protein-coupled receptor signaling, metabolic effects of artificial sweeteners, and cancer therapeutics. Her work employs multiparametric approaches to investigate cellular responses to biochemical and environmental stimuli.

Her recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on nanomaterial safety assessment, molecular pharmacology of receptors, and metabolic regulation. Research frequently utilizes advanced biochemical techniques to characterize cellular responses to nanoparticles, bioactive compounds, and receptor ligands across diverse biological systems.