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John C. McDermott is a Full Professor in the Department of Biology at York University's Faculty of Science, holding the McLaughlin Research Chair. His research focuses on cellular differentiation mechanisms, particularly in muscle cells and neurons, emphasizing the role of transcription factors like MEF2 in gene expression and disease contexts such as cardiac hypertrophy and muscle regeneration. He investigates signaling pathways (e.g., p38 MAP kinase) and growth factor interactions influencing myogenesis.
Education & Affiliations:
- Eligible supervisor for the Biology Graduate Program
- Affiliated with the Life Sciences Building, Office 427B
Funding: Supported by Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR), Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC), and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (HSF).
Awards: McLaughlin Research Chair.
Contact: Email: jmcderm@yorku.ca; Phone: (416) 736-2100 x30344.
