- Overview
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My research focuses on improving the understanding of how chromosomal abnormalities result in an abnormal phenotype (e.g., cancer, malformations, or intellectual disability). I am also interested in the applications of genomics to the area of clinical diagnosis.
- Research
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Grants
2011/9-2016/9 Rare Obesity Disorders Informing Common Disease, CIHR Operating Grant; Co-investigator (PI: William Gibson)
2010/9-2011/9 Rare Obesity Disorders Informing Common Disease, CIHR Operating Grant INMD Start-up Funds; Co-investigator (PI: William Gibson)
Research Group MembersDavid Chai, Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Kathryn Hepburn, Cytogenetics Technologist
Duda Markovic, Lab Assistant
Wing Mung, Cytogenetics Technologist
Unlocking the mystery of nephrotic syndrome in kids: Q&A with new investigator Dr. Susan Samuel
Pediatric nephrologist Dr. Susan Samuel, a new investigator who joined BCCHR in September 2024, has been investigating ways to improve the quality of life of children diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome. She is serving as the director for the ENRICH program, a national network of mentors and learners. We met Dr. Samuel to talk about the importance of research and mentorship.
