Dean Regier

Dean Regier, PhD, serves as an Associate Professor (Partner) in the School of Population & Public Health at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine and holds the leadership position of Director for the Academy of Translational Medicine. His dual roles focus on advancing interdisciplinary research that bridges scientific discovery with clinical and public health applications across British Columbia.

Dr. Regier's research program centers on translational medicine, with specific emphasis on accelerating the implementation of biomedical innovations into population-level health solutions. His work integrates public health frameworks to address systemic healthcare challenges, particularly through the Academy of Translational Medicine's initiatives that connect researchers, clinicians, and community stakeholders. This strategic focus aims to transform evidence into actionable health interventions for diverse populations.

As Director of the Academy of Translational Medicine, he oversees a cross-institutional hub dedicated to fostering collaboration between UBC researchers, provincial health authorities, and industry partners. The Academy specifically targets the development and scaling of health technologies and evidence-based practices through structured translational pathways, with significant alignment to UBC's strategic priorities in AI and health innovation as referenced in institutional materials.