Roy Golsteyn

Roy Golsteyn is a Professor at the University of Lethbridge, affiliated with the Biological Sciences Department. Holding a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Cambridge, his research focuses on natural products from Canadian plants, particularly through the Prairie to Pharmacy Program, which integrates ethnobotany, imaging technology, and partnerships with First Nation communities.

• Degrees: PhD Biochemistry (Cambridge), MSc Medical Biochemistry (Calgary), BSc Biological Sciences (Lethbridge)

His work explores how natural compounds affect cell cycle regulation, with a focus on mitosis inhibition, genomic instability, and apoptosis in cancer cells. Recent studies include ruthenium complexes targeting cancer pathways and sesquiterpene lactones from prairie flora.

Key grants include funding from NSERC, the Canada Foundation for Innovation, and Power Corp. Canada. He has been featured in media outlets like CBC Radio and CTV for his collaborative research and philanthropy.

• Awards: Government Award, France (2000)