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Jonathan McGavock is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics & Child Health at the University of Manitoba and an Investigator at the Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba (CHRI). He leads the Physical Activity, Cardiometabolic health & Equity (PACE) Lab, which focuses on preventing and managing type 2 diabetes in youth through physical activity, behavioral interventions, and health equity initiatives. His research spans clinical trials, implementation science, and community-engaged studies with a strong commitment to Indigenous health and anti-racist practices.
His research interests center on pediatric cardiometabolic health, with a focus on type 1 and type 2 diabetes, physical activity, and emotional regulation. He investigates how urban infrastructure like trails impacts youth health and how behavioral interventions can improve outcomes in at-risk adolescents. His work emphasizes health equity, particularly for Indigenous communities, and integrates Truth and Reconciliation principles through partnerships with Elders, knowledge keepers, and patient co-researchers.
His recent research projects reflect a strong trend in interdisciplinary, patient-oriented science, combining clinical trials (e.g., TEAM Trial, DIRECTION Trial) with population-level studies on urban design and Indigenous health. These studies often employ causal methods and implementation frameworks to inform policy and practice. His work is funded by major agencies including CIHR, JDRF, and Diabetes Canada, reflecting national recognition of his contributions.
Scientific awards and honors are not explicitly listed, but his leadership of large, multi-year grants indicates significant peer recognition. His research is supported by major funding programs such as Diabetes Action Canada 2.0 and the CIHR Health Research Training Platform Grant (my ROaD), which also support trainee development.
Dr. McGavock mentors graduate students and leads training initiatives focused on obesity and diabetes research. His lab, the PACE Lab, fosters an environment of equity, anti-racism, and community partnership. He is involved in advising through structured mentorship programs and graduate supervision, though specific student names are not listed. His research includes major health system interventions, such as Ikiskawasoot for Indigenous maternal health and the Indigenous Youth Mentorship Program.
The PACE Lab operates on Treaty 1 Territory and conducts research across Treaties 2, 5, and adhesion to Treaty 5, emphasizing collaboration with Anishinaabeg, Nehethowuk (Ininew), Red River Métis, and other Indigenous communities. The lab is committed to decolonizing research practices, supporting Indigenous hiring, and integrating traditional healing into health interventions.
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