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Kesen Ma is an Associate Professor and Undergraduate Advisor in Biology at the University of Waterloo, specializing in hyperthermophile physiology and enzymology. His research explores metabolic processes at extreme temperatures for biofuel production, with affiliations at the Centre for Bioengineering and Biotechnology and Waterloo Centre for Microbial Research. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Microbial Biochemistry from Philipps-Universität Marburg, Germany (1989) M.Sc. in Microbiology from Academia Sinica, Taiwan (1984) B.Sc. in Microbiology from Wuhan University, China (1982) Dr. Ma's research spans Microbiology , Biochemistry , and Renewable Energy , focusing on protein thermostability, novel metabolic pathways in extremophiles, and industrial applications of thermostable enzymes. His work bridges fundamental enzymology with practical biocatalysis for pharmaceutical and biofuel industries. Analysis of his 2017-2024 publications reveals consistent focus on alcohol dehydrogenases and pyruvate decarboxylases from thermophiles, emphasizing enzyme characterization, thermostability mechanisms, and high-temperature fermentation systems for ethanol production. His scientific recognition includes: Research Fellow at Max-Planck Institute, Philipps-Universität Marburg (1985) Graduate Scholarship from Academia Sinica, Beijing (1982) As Undergraduate Advisor for Biology, Dr. Ma mentors students while leading patented research on thermostable biocatalysts (US patent 8476051). His work has direct industrial applications in bioethanol production and stereo-specific compound synthesis. He actively collaborates through the Waterloo Centre for Microbial Research, focusing on extremophile enzymology for sustainable bioprocessing solutions.

• Microbiology
• Biochemistry and enzymology
• Protein purification and analysis
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C. Perry Chou is a full professor in the Chemical Engineering Department at the University of Waterloo, with a cross-appointment in Biology. He holds a BSc and MSc from National Taiwan University and a PhD from Rice University, all in Chemical Engineering. His research focuses on integrating biochemical, genetic, and metabolic engineering strategies to enhance biomanufacturing using microbial cell factories. Key areas include recombinant protein production, microbial biotechnology, and biofuel development. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Rice University (1995) MSc in Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University (1987) BSc in Chemical Engineering, National Taiwan University (1984) Research Interests: Dr. Chou’s work spans biochemical engineering, bioprocessing, and metabolic engineering. He develops strategies for microbial strain construction, fermentation optimization, and bioproduct purification. His research bridges fundamental biological sciences with applied engineering to advance biomanufacturing. Publications: His 90+ peer-reviewed articles highlight contributions to strain engineering, CRISPR-Cas9 tools, and microbial production of chemicals like 5-aminolevulinic acid and propionate. Recent trends emphasize nanomaterial applications (e.g., graphene oxide) and sustainable biofuel pathways. Awards: Canada Research Chair (Canada) 1000-talent Award (China) Advising & Grants: Dr. Chou actively mentors graduate students and contributes to editorial roles at journals like Biotechnology Advances and Scientific Reports . He teaches courses such as CHE 161 (Engineering Biology) and CHE 562 (Advanced Bioprocess Engineering). Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to advance bioprocess development, though specific lab names are not explicitly mentioned in the text.

• biochemical engineering
• bioprocessing
• biomanufacturing
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Dr. Jacques Archambault is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at McGill University , and an associate member of the Division of Experimental Medicine since 2016. His research focuses on the molecular biology and pathogenesis of human papillomaviruses (HPVs) and polyomaviruses (HPyVs), with an emphasis on their replication mechanisms as episomes in host cells. The Archambault laboratory employs functional genomics, proteomics, and chemical biology approaches to identify cellular pathways exploited by these viruses and develop high-throughput assays for screening small molecule inhibitors of viral replication. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on HPV and HPyV replication machinery, including studies on the E1 helicase, UAF1-USP1 interactions, and structural characterization of viral proteins involved in DNA replication. His work bridges virology, oncology, and drug discovery, particularly targeting oncogenic HPV types implicated in anogenital and oropharyngeal cancers, as well as HPyVs like BKPyV and JCPyV that cause pathologies in immunosuppressed patients. Current efforts in the lab aim to elucidate the molecular mechanisms by which HPVs and HPyVs replicate their genomes and to develop antiviral therapies targeting these processes. Techniques such as fluorescence anisotropy, NMR spectroscopy, and crystallography are frequently employed to study protein-DNA and protein-protein interactions critical to viral replication.

• Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
• Polyomavirus
• Viral DNA Replication
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Ken Oakes is an Associate Professor in the Biology Department at Cape Breton University (CBU) and holds the Industrial Research Chair in Environmental Remediation. He specializes in environmental toxicology, nanotechnology, and aquatic ecosystems. With a Ph.D. from the University of Guelph and postdoctoral training at the University of Waterloo, his research focuses on reactive oxygen species, water treatment, and pollution mitigation. He has over 60 peer-reviewed publications and supervised numerous graduate/undergraduate theses. Key research areas include photocatalytic water treatment using TiO₂ composites, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) for contaminant detection, and transdermal drug delivery via polymeric microneedles. His work addresses industrial effluent impacts on marine ecosystems and sustainable antifouling technologies. Recent studies investigate nanomaterials for environmental remediation and biomedical applications. Dr. Oakes has contributed to projects assessing pulp mill effluent effects on coastal ecosystems, copper-based Fenton chemistry for biofilm removal, and uranium extraction from water. His lab develops innovative solutions for environmental challenges, combining engineering, chemistry, and biology disciplines. Funding sources include industrial partnerships and academic grants focused on clean technologies.

• Environmental Remediation
• Aquatic Toxicology
• Nanotechnology
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David Latulippe is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at McMaster University. He joined McMaster in 2012 after postdoctoral work at Cornell University and a PhD at Penn State University, focusing on membrane filtration for DNA purification. His industrial experience includes roles at ZENON Environmental (now GE Water) in hollow-fiber membrane design for water treatment. Research interests include Membrane science and technology Bioprocessing of therapeutic viruses Microscale systems for biological applications Environmental engineering solutions for water treatment Current projects involve collaborations with industry partners like Ceapro and Aevitas, and the development of a biomanufacturing automation lab with Sartorius. Recent publications highlight advancements in Nanofiltration and microfiltration for viral vectors Conductive membranes for electrochemical applications Microfluidic systems for DNA analysis Environmental monitoring of biocides and microplastics Scientific recognition includes the Young Membrane Scientist Award (2014). Teaching activities focus on Fluid Mechanics (CHEMENG 2O04) and Industrial Separation Processes (CHEMENG 4M03).

• Membrane Science
• Bioprocessing
• DNA Purification
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Marc Habash is an Associate Professor at the School of Environmental Sciences, University of Guelph. His work focuses on microbial interactions in environmental systems, particularly pathogen detection, microbial biofilms, and water quality. He holds a BSc in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Toronto, an MSc in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Western Ontario, and a PhD in Environmental Biology from the University of Guelph. Research interests include molecular and culture-based detection of waterborne pathogens, microbial source tracking using Bacteroidales spp., and biofilm formation studies involving probiotics. Collaborative efforts examine proteomic analysis via mass spectrometry techniques. His lab is located in the Edmund C. Bovey Building (Room 3238). Publications emphasize environmental microbiology applications: from yeast tolerance mechanisms to advanced PCR methods for microbial viability quantification. Recent work explores bacterial surface dynamics, insect pest diapause induction, and enzymatic dehalogenation processes. Research consistently bridges fundamental microbiology with practical environmental monitoring solutions. No scientific awards are listed. Advising and grants sections remain unpopulated in available records. His interdisciplinary approach connects environmental engineering, molecular biology, and ecological systems analysis.

• Water Quality
• Microbial Source Tracking
• Waterborne Pathogens
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Raja Ghosh is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at McMaster University's Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on bioengineering and polymer materials, with specialization in membrane technology for biopharmaceutical applications. He is actively involved in the Health & Bio-innovation research cluster and teaches courses such as CHEM ENG 3BM3: Bioseparations Engineering and CHEM ENG 782: Biopharmaceuticals . Research Interests include membrane chromatography device design, bioseparations process development, membrane bioreactors for enzymatic and protein applications, and therapeutic protein stabilization. His work addresses scalable purification methods for monoclonal antibodies, PEGylated proteins, and viral vectors. Recent Publications highlight innovations in cuboid chromatography design, pH-modulated ion-exchange systems, and SARS-CoV-2 spike protein purification. He employs computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to optimize device performance and reduce pressure drops in bioseparation processes. Contact Information : Email: rghosh@mcmaster.ca Office: JHE A408 Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 27415

• Bioengineering
• Membrane Technology
• Biopharmaceutical Processing
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Dr. Chow Lee is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). He holds a PhD from Flinders University and a BSc (Hons I) from the University of New South Wales. His research focuses on cancer biology, RNA biochemistry, natural products drug discovery, and polysaccharide science. He has pioneered biochemistry and molecular biology programs at UNBC and collaborates extensively on isolating bioactive compounds from BC’s fungal resources. Research Interests: Cancer biology and oncogenic RNA-protein interactions Discovery of medicinal compounds from BC mushrooms (e.g., anti-proliferative, immunostimulatory agents) Role of APE1 in RNA metabolism and DNA repair Zebrafish models for studying RNA granules and drug mechanisms Publications Trends: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 1998, with recent emphasis on natural products from fungi (e.g., Echinodontium tinctorium, Inonotus obliquus) and RNA-protein interactions in cancer pathways. Key contributions include identifying APE1’s role in RNA processing and discovering polysaccharide-based anti-inflammatory agents. Supervision & Grants: Actively mentors students in MSc/PhD programs in Biochemistry and Health Sciences. Served on grant review panels for national/international agencies. Collaborates with UNBC colleagues in cross-disciplinary drug discovery projects. Labs & Teams: Leads a research lab investigating RNA metabolism and natural product pharmacology. Engages with BC’s biodiversity to identify novel therapeutic compounds, particularly from northern BC mushrooms.

• Cancer Biology
• RNA Biochemistry and Biology
• Natural Products Drug Discovery
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Jan Rainey is a Professor and Director of the Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Research Resource (NMR3) at Dalhousie University. She holds affiliations with the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, under the Faculty of Medicine. Her research focuses on characterizing protein structure and function in environments such as cell membranes and supramolecular assemblies, employing NMR spectroscopy, optical spectroscopy, and computational methods. She has received significant awards including the Canadian Institutes of Health Research New Investigator Award (2012-2017) and multiple NSERC fellowships. Education: BSc (University of Guelph), MSc and PhD (University of Toronto), Postdoctoral Fellowship (University of Alberta). Her work bridges physical and biological chemistry, with emphasis on protein engineering, structural biology, and biomaterials. The NMR3 facility under her direction supports interdisciplinary research in these areas. Research interests include spider silk mechanics, membrane protein interactions, and antimicrobial peptide design. Recent publications highlight advancements in biomaterials, protein dynamics, and GPCR functionality. She leads a team exploring protein structure-function relationships using cutting-edge spectroscopic and biophysical techniques.

• Physical Chemistry
• Biological Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
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Alejandro Marangoni is a Professor and Tier I Canada Research Chair in Food, Health and Aging at the University of Guelph. He holds a B.Sc. from McGill University and a Ph.D. from the University of Guelph. His research focuses on the physical properties of fats and oils, including structured emulsions, oleogels, and sustainable materials for food and non-food applications. Marangoni’s academic roles include editorial leadership as Co-Editor-in-Chief of Current Opinion in Food Science and Technology and former Editor-in-Chief of Food Research International . He has been recognized with over 40 patents and numerous awards, including the E.W.R. Steacie Memorial Fellowship and the Kaufmann Medal. His work bridges food science, chemistry, and materials engineering, addressing sustainability challenges in food production and environmental remediation. Education: B.Sc. (McGill University), Ph.D. (University of Guelph) Affiliations: Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, Fellow of AOCS, Member of IFT and APS Research Themes: Fat crystallization, edible emulsions, biolubricants, anti-aging cosmetics His lab has trained over 100 researchers, many now in academia and industry. Recent projects include plant-based cheese alternatives, sulfolane separation in groundwater, and ferroelectric soft materials. Marangoni’s interdisciplinary approach drives innovation in both food systems and sustainable technologies.

• Food Chemistry
• Food Physics
• Lipid Science
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Marlene Oeffinger is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Montreal and holds a cross-appointment at the Division of Experimental Medicine, McGill University . She serves as Research Director of the Ribonucleoprotein Biochemistry Research Unit at the Montreal Clinical Research Institute (IRCM). Her research focuses on RNA maturation pathways, ribosome biogenesis, and their links to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and ALS through RNA-protein complex dynamics. Education : Master's in Cell Biology (University of Vienna), PhD in Molecular Biology (University of Edinburgh). Training : Postdoctoral work in David Tollervey's lab (Edinburgh) and Mike Rout's lab (Rockefeller University). Her work combines proteomics , biochemical assays , and computational approaches to map RNA maturation networks and their connections to DNA damage repair. Recent articles highlight discoveries in archaeal ribosome evolution, mRNA export mechanisms, and RNA structure probing in yeast. She has received prestigious awards including the CIHR New Investigator Award , FRQ-S Junior Scholar Fellowships , and Revson Foundation Biomedical Fellowship . Marlene's lab trains students and researchers in RNA biology, with current members like Master's student Mauricio Hernandez Magana. Her affiliations span multiple platforms at the IRCM, including bioinformatics , proteomics , and molecular biology . She leads grants from CIHR , FRQNT , and Brain Canada , advancing understanding of RNA's role in disease etiology.

• RNA Processing
• Ribosome Biogenesis
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
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Zeinab Hosseinidoust is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at McMaster University and holds the Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Bacteriophage Bioengineering. Her work bridges chemical and biomedical engineering to address antimicrobial resistance through innovative bacteriophage-based technologies. She leads the Hosseinidoust Research Group, which focuses on transforming phages into scalable products for healthcare, agriculture, and food safety. Education: Ph.D. from McGill University, postdoctoral training at Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems. Research Pillars: Phage Antimicrobials, Phage Biomaterials, Phage Diagnostics, and Aerosolized Phage Applications. Her 15 most recent articles (2024–2025) emphasize translational phage bioengineering, including high-throughput diagnostic platforms, antimicrobial microgels, and smart implant coatings. Key themes include Phage Therapy , Biomaterials Engineering , and Nano-Structured Antimicrobials , with subfields like 3D Bioprinting , Smart Textiles , and In Vivo Models . Awards: Canada Research Chair, Ontario Early Researcher Award, Dean’s Honor Roll for Teaching Excellence. Teaching: Courses in Heat Transfer (CHEMENG 3A04) and Health Solutions Design Projects II (IBEHS 2P03). Collaborative Affiliations: Core member of the Farncombe Institute for Digestive Health, associate member of the Michael DeGroote Institute for Infectious Disease Research, School of Biomedical Engineering, and CEPEM.

• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Bioengineering
• Biomaterials
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Dr. Linda Chelico is a Professor and Department Head of Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Medicine. Her research focuses on APOBEC cytosine deaminases, studying their roles in HIV restriction and cancer mutagenesis. She leads a lab investigating how these enzymes interact with retroviruses like HIV-1, their mechanisms of DNA deamination, and their unintended oncogenic consequences. Her work bridges virology, biochemistry, and cancer biology, with recent grants exceeding $1.6M from CIHR and NSERC. Education: PhD in Applied Microbiology (USask), postdoctoral training at University of Southern California (USC). Key areas include HIV restriction factors, DNA deaminases, enzyme mechanisms, and mutagenesis. She explores APOBEC interactions with viral proteins (e.g., HIV-1 Vif) and cellular DNA repair pathways, while also examining their role in cancer via mutagenic activity in genomic regions. Research highlights include identifying APOBEC3's dual role as a virus suppressor and cancer mutagen, studying enzyme competition with DNA-binding proteins like RPA, and developing assays to measure deamination activity. Her team's work on HIV-1 transmitted/founder viruses and APOBEC3's structural basis (via SAXS) underscores her interdisciplinary approach. Grants: Over $1.6M from CIHR (2019–2024) for projects on APOBEC3's HIV restriction and cancer links. Collaborations include structural biology (e.g., with Dr. Chen XS on APOBEC3G structure) and proteomic mapping (Krogan lab). Labs focus on biochemical assays, mouse xenograft models, and cross-disciplinary techniques. Publications (2024–2021) emphasize APOBEC3F/G interactions, enzyme purification, and their roles in SIV transmission and bladder cancer mutagenesis. Her work is published in Journal of Virology , Molecular and Cellular Proteomics , and Nature Communications .

• HIV Restriction Factors
• DNA Deaminases
• Mutagenesis
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Dr. Trushar Patel is a Professor and Canada Research Chair in RNA and Protein Biophysics at the University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Arts and Science, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. He serves as Associate Dean (Acting) and established DiscoveryLab, Synbridge Synthetic Biology Maker-Space, and Quadrumix Biotechnology. His research focuses on structural biophysics of viral RNA-host protein interactions and non-coding RNA function. PhD, University of Nottingham, UK Previous postdoctoral training at University of Manitoba and University of Birmingham Research spans RNA-Protein Interactions , G-Quadruplex Biology , and Host-Viral Communication , with applications in antiviral drug discovery and cancer-related focal adhesion proteins. His work integrates biophysics, structural biology, and molecular biology to dissect mechanisms of DEAD-box helicases in viral replication. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary studies on Flaviviridae virus RNA structures, Alu repeats , and lncRNA-p21 , featuring collaborations across virology, bioinformatics, and enzymology. Key journals include Nature , Nucleic Acids Research , and Journal of Biological Chemistry . Awards include Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, NSERC Leader, and multiple CIHR/Marie Curie fellowships. He supervises 20+ trainees and is Editor of European Biophysics Journal . His lab collaborates with institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital and Precision NanoSystems Inc., advancing RNA biophysics for therapeutic development. Media engagements include CBC, Global News, and Public Professor Series lectures.

• RNA-Protein Interactions
• Structural Biology
• Biophysics
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Bulent Mutus is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Windsor, Faculty of Science. His research focuses on analytical chemistry, environmental science, and biochemistry, with a strong emphasis on developing innovative sensors and materials for environmental remediation and biomedical applications. Key areas of research include: (1) hydrogen gas sensors for green energy safety, (2) microplastics detection using conjugated polymer nanoparticles, (3) phosphate removal from water using functionalized materials like carboxymethyl cellulose-iron hydrogels, and (4) enzymology studies on proteins such as S-nitrosoglutathione reductase (GSNOR) and protein disulfide isomerase (PDI). Recipient of the NSERC Discovery Grant (2017) to study protein contributions to neurodegenerative diseases. Collaborates with researchers like Marcus Drover and Simon Rondeau-Gagné on hydrogen sensor development and microplastics research. His work bridges fundamental chemistry with applied solutions, addressing global challenges in energy, environment, and health. Recent advancements include fluorescent probes for nitric oxide and hydrogen sulfide detection, as well as sustainable materials for water purification.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Biochemistry
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