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Dr. John Pezacki is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa, cross-appointed to the Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on developing chemical and biophysical tools to study host-pathogen interactions, with a particular emphasis on human viruses like hepatitis viruses, Dengue, and SARS-CoV-2.
- BSc, University of Toronto
- PhD, McMaster University
His work integrates activity-based profiling, bioorthogonal chemistry, non-coding RNA screening, and expanded genetic code technologies to explore new therapeutic targets and vaccine strategies. He operates state-of-the-art labs for chemistry, microbiology, and cell biology, collaborating with the university’s core facilities.
Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding microRNA regulation in viral infections, machine learning applications in chemical reactions, and bioorthogonal methodologies for molecular labeling. His research has been recognized with awards such as the Armand-Frappier Outstanding Student Award and the Canadian Society of Microbiologists’ Armand-Frappier Gold Medal.
- john.Pezacki@uOttawa.ca
The Pezacki Lab fosters a multidisciplinary environment for students and postdoctoral fellows, emphasizing innovation in chemical biology and virology.
