BELL, Graham
Professor & Chairman
Stewart Biology Building, W6/18, 514-398-6458
graham.bell@mcgill.ca |
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Experimental studies of adaptation using yeast, Chlamydomonas and bacteria as model systems. The rate and effect of mutations and the dynamics of selection. Genetic variation and species diversity in environments that vary in space and time, and the evolution of specialists and generalists. Field experiments using genetically well known model organisms. |
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BERMINGHAM, Eldredge
Adjunct Professor
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, 507-212-8729
bermingham@si.edu |
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Evolutionary biology and molecular population genetics; historical biogeography, molecular systematics and conservation of Neotropical fish and Caribbean Island birds; molecular clocks. [SRTI HomePage] |
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BOUCHARD, Maxime
Associate Member
Rosalind and Morris Goodman Cancer Centre
1160 Pine Avenue West, Rm 406, 514-398-3532
maxime.bouchard@mcgill.ca |
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Development and tumorigenesis of the urogenital system; Urogenital development; Kidney tumorigenesis. |
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BROUHARD, Gary J.
Assistant Professor
Bellini Life Sciences Complex, Room 267, 514-398-2984
gary [DOT] brouhard [AT] mcgill.ca
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Cells adopt a range of shapes and can build an amazing variety of structures from proteins. We are interested in the biophysical mechanisms by which cells engineer these large-scale structures--in other words, the molecular basis of morphology. The subject of our current research is the microtubule cytoskeleton. We investigate the proteins that control the microtubule cytoskeleton, namely microtubule polymerases, motor proteins, and other microtubule-associated proteins. The lab uses the techniques of single-molecule biophysics, which shed light on the fundamental workings of these important enzymes.
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BROWN, Gregory
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N5/11, 514-398-6426
gregory.brown@mcgill.ca |
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Organization and expression of plant mitochondrial DNA; cytoplasmic male sterility in plants. |
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BUREAU, Thomas
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N4/1, 514-398-6472
thomas.bureau AT mcgill.ca |
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Molecular evolution of genes and genomes, with an emphasis on the involvement of mobile elements in the evolution of developmentally important genes. Determination of the transposition mechanisms of novel mobile elements, including MITEs (miniature inverted-repeat transposable elements). Development of genomics-based approaches to study genome evolution. Examination of the role of retroelement-mediated cellular gene transduction in the evolution of retroviruses. |
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BUSSEY, Howard
Emeritus Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N5/16B, 514-398-6439
howard.bussey@mcgill.ca |
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Yeast genomics. Molecular biology of protein secretion and cell surface assembly in yeast. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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CARBONETTO, Salvatore
Associate Member
Director, Centre for Research in Neuroscience
MGH, 514-934-1934 ext. 44237
sal.carbonetto@mcgill.ca
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Molecular and cellular studies of synapse formation and muscular dystrophy. Structure/function studies of dystrophin-associated proteins using biochemical and recombinant DNA methods as well as transgenic mice.
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CARROLL, Robert L.
Emeritus Professor
Redpath Museum, 514-398-4086 ext. -4090
robert.carroll@mcgill.ca
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Vertebrate palaeontology. Origin and early evolution of reptiles and amphibians; anatomy and natural history of Paleozoic tetrapods. Long-term evolutionary processes.
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CAYOUETTE, Michel
Adjunct Professor
IRCM, 514-987-5757
Michel.Cayouette@ircm.qc.ca
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Cellular neurobiology.
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CHAPMAN, Colin
Associate Member
McGill School of the Environment, 514-398-1242
colin.chapman@mcgill.ca |
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Experimental and observational approaches to determine how plant communities influence animals (primate population regulation, determinants of primate group size) and how animals influence their environment (herbivory, seed dispersal, community restoration). This research has often been developed to permit direct application to conservation. |
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CHAPMAN, Lauren
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N3/12A, 514-398-6431
lauren.chapman@mcgill.ca |
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Aquatic ecology and conservation, evolutionary and ecological consequences of respiratory strategies in fishes, ecophysiology, ecomorphology, adaptive divergence, tropical inland waters, Africa. Recent work focuses on divergent selection across oxygen gradients in fishes, the interaction of hypoxia with other environmental stressors (e.g., introduced species). and value of tropical wetlands in the maintenance of fish faunal structure and diversity. |
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CHARRON, Frédéric
Adjunct Professor
IRCM, 514-987-5773
Frederic.Charron@ircm.qc.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Molecular Biology of Neural Development. |
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CHASE, Ronald
Emeritus Professor
514-484-2762
ronald.chase{at} mcgill.ca |
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Neurobiology, behaviour and reproduction studied in hermaphroditic snails. Neural mechanisms that govern sexual motivation and the movement of gametes. Strategies associated with use of the 'love' dart, and mechanisms responsible for its consequences. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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CLARKE, Hugh
Associate Member
Royal Victoria Hospital, 514-934-1934 ext. 34748 hugh.clarke@muhc.mcgill.ca |
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Mammalian oogenesis and early embryogenesis. Changes in chromatin composition during oogenesis and early embryogenesis and following nuclear transplantation, with the aim of understanding how they influence gene expression. Expression and activity of factors that control these chromatin modifications. Signalling mechanisms that regulate oocyte growth. |
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COLLIN, Rachel
Adjunct Professor
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, 507-212-8766
collinr@si.edu |
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Research Summary: |
Evolution of marine invertebrate life histories, larval ecology, phylogeography, morphological integration through metamorphosis, invertebrate systematics. [STRI HomePage] |
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DANKORT, David
Assistant Professor
Bellini Life Sciences Complex, Room 264, 514-398-2307
david.dankort@mcgill.ca |
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Cancer represents a failure of built-in protection mechanisms to quell rogue cells that have sustained oncogenic mutations. Paradoxically, many of the same mutated oncogenes that cause cancer also elicit a permanent growth arrest (senescence) or induce apoptotic cell death of primary cells: two such oncogenes are RAS and BRAF. One research goal of my laboratory is to determine mechanistically how a tumour cell subverts these growth restraints leading to unbridled proliferation and ultimately malignancy. We will use the power of mammalian genetics in ‘state-of-the-art’ genetically engineered mouse model and cell culture systems to define causative roles for RAS and BRAF-cooperating genes involved in lung cancer and melanoma developments and progression. |
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DAVIES, Jonathan
Assistant Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W3/4, 514-398-8885
j.davies@mcgill.ca |
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Phylogenetics & Biodiversity. Development and application of phylogenetic methods in ecology and conservation biology. Phylogenetics offers a powerful means to explore evolutionary mechanisms shaping ecological patterns and the distribution of species richness. A better understanding of the processes shaping biodiversity patterns will be critical if we wish to reduce current rates of biodiversity loss. |
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de MAZANCOURT, Claire
Associate Member
Stewart Biology Building, W3/25, 514-398-6508
claire.demazancourt@mcgill.ca |
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My research focuses on developing ecological theory of species interactions such as herbivory, competition and mutualism, and their effects on ecosystem functioning and evolution in ecosystems. |
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DENT, Joseph
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N4/7A, 514-398-3724
joseph.dent@mcgill.ca |
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Molecular genetics of behaviour in C. elegans. Understanding the structure and function of ligand-gated chloride channels, how they are integrated into the synapse, and how they contribute to behavioural circuits. Evolution of channel subunit diversity. Developing new tools for the analysis of nervous systems. |
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DHINDSA, Rajinder
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N3/11B, 514-398-6423
raj.dhindsa@mcgill.ca |
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Molecular stress biology of plants. Low temperature signal transduction, protein phosphorylation, calcium channels, cold-regulated gene expression and freezing tolerance. |
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DRAPEAU, Pierre
Adjunct Professor
Université de Montréal, Pathologie 514-343-6294
P.Drapeau@UMontreal.CA |
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Development of the locomotor network of the zebrafish. Electrophysiological studies of neural circuit formation during normal development and in mutants with selective locomotor defects. |
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DUFORT, Daniel
Associate Member
Royal Victoria Hospital, 514-934-1934 ext. 34743 daniel.dufort@muhc.mcgill.ca |
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My laboratory is interested in understanding the molecular mechanisms involved in the process of embryo implantation. We have demonstrated that the embryo secertes Wnt proteins which activate Wnt signaling in the uterus. We further demonstrated that inhibition of Wnt signaling impairs the implantation process illustrating the importance of this pathway in embryo implantation (in press, PNAS). This project will be aimed at characterizing the function of Wnt signaling in the uterus during the implantation process. |
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DUNN, Robert
Associate Member
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Molecular and cellular analysis of brain function with an emphasis on the neural systems for sensation and perception. In collaboration with neurophysiologists, we are working to unravel the molecular biology of ion channels and other neuronal signalling systems. We use molecular cloning in combination with cell biology, electrophysiology and viral expression vectors to understand how neurons encode the maps and sensory codes in the brain. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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FAGOTTO, François
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W5/15, 514-398-6411
francois.fagotto@mcgill.ca |
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Our group is interested in two related subjects. Firstly, the mechanisms regulating signal transduction by ß–catenin, focusing in particular on the role of subcellular localization and trafficking of the various components. Secondly, the integration of cell signaling and regulation of cell adhesion/cytoskeleton during morphogenetic movements, using gastrulating Xenopus embryos as a model system. One of our candidate “integrators” is ß–catenin, which has a dual function in signaling and cell-cell adhesion. |
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FRANCOIS, Paul
Associate Member
Rutherford Physics Rm. 221, 514-398-1635
paulf[at]physics[dot]mcgill[dot]ca |
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Theoretical biological physics: modeling of physicical properties gene networks and their evolution, in the context of embryonic development. |
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FUSSMANN, Gregor
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W6/4, 514-398-1370
gregor.fussmann@mcgill.ca |
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Community ecology. Population and community dynamics; stability and complexity of food webs; the interplay of ecological and evolutionary dynamics; clonal structure of populations. Approach: both theoretical and empirical (laboratory and field experiments with aquatic organisms). |
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GONZALEZ, Andrew
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N3/2, 514-398-6444
andrew.gonzalez@mcgill.ca |
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Community ecology through a blend of experiment (both in the lab and in the field) and theory. Two major themes: 1) The causes and consequences of extinction in fragmented landscapes, and 2) Diversity and persistence in variable environments. |
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GREEN, David
Associate Member
Redpath Museum, 514-398-4086 ext. -4088
david.m.green@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Evolution, biosystematics and conservation biology. Geographic variation, population biology, cytogenetics, and molecular genetics of amphibians. |
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GREGORY-EAVES, Irene (Rene)
Assistant Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W6/5, 514-398-6425
irene.gregory-eaves@mcgill.ca |
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Aquatic ecology and paleoecology. Understanding the responses of aquatic communities to natural and anthropogenic sources of environmental change. Recent and ongoing work is focused on Pacific salmon, examining how these fish respond to environmental variability and how changes in their abundance impact freshwater ecosystems. |
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GUICHARD, Frédéric
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N6/9, 398-6464
frederic.guichard@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Theoretical ecology and complex system theory applied to intertidal ecosystems and to marine reserve design. Emergence of large scale patterns and dynamics from local interactions among individuals. Multidisciplinary approach involving mathematical modeling, field experiments and remote sensing. |
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GUZMAN, Hector
Adjunct Professor
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, 507-212-8733
Apartado 0843-03092, Balboa, Republica de Panama, guzmanh@si.edu
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Ecology and population dynamic of coral reefs; sclerochronology; conservation biology; human impacts on marine ecosystems, coastal management and marine pollution. |
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HARRISON, Paul
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W3/15, 514-398-6420
paul.harrison@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Bioinformatics and computational biology. Genome evolution and annotation; analysis and annotation of pseudogenes and their implications; protein folding, amyloidgenesis and the prion phenomenon; methods for protein structure prediction. |
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HASTINGS, Kenneth
Associate Member
Montreal Neurological Institute, 514-398-1852
ken.hastings@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Muscle gene regulation, evolution of muscle gene families and muscle cell subtypes, evolution and function of SL trans-splicing in the chordates. |
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HEKIMI, Siegfried
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W5/29, 514-398-6440
siegfried.hekimi@mcgill.ca |
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Molecular genetics of aging. To understand the mechanisms that govern the life span of animals, we use the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans as well as mice and human cells in culture to identify and characterize genes that affect physiological rates, including the rate of aging. |
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HENDRY, Andrew
Associate Professor
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The evolution of biological diversity: adaptive radiation, ecological speciation, "rapid" evolution, natural selection, and gene flow. Empirical systems include salmon, sticklebacks, and guppies. Methods include surveys of biological diversity, field and laboratory experiments, molecular genetics, quantitative genetics, and theoretical modeling. |
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HERRE, Edward
Adjunct Professor
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, 507-212-8000
Fax: (507) 212-8148, herrea@si.edu
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Research Summary: |
Figs and their associated organisms, Sex Ratio evolution, Effects of Population Structure, Mycorrhizae, Mutualism, Parasitism, Plant-Insect Interactions. [SRTI HomePage] |
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KALFF, Jacob
Emeritus Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N2/5, 514-398-6465
jacob.kalff@mcgill.ca |
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Limnology; nutrient and toxin dynamics, macrophyte, microbial, and sediment ecology; predictive limnology; littoral zone-open water, land-water interactions. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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KANIA, Artur
Adjunct Professor
IRCM, 514- 987-5526
Artur.Kania@ircm.qc.ca |
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Research Summary: |
We are studying the development of a simple circuit formed by the connections between spinal motor neurons and limb muscles. In this context, we are studying the molecular processes underlying spinal motor axon guidance, motor neuron cell body migration within the ventral spinal cord and developmentally programmed motor neuron apoptosis. Additionally, we are studying the molecular mechanisms underlying the formation of neural circuits controlling the development of the pathway that relay pain sensory information from the spinal cord to the thalamus. |
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KAPLAN, Feige
Associate Member
Montreal Children's Hospital Research Institute, 514-412-4400 ext. 23209
feige.kaplan@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Respiratory illnesses of both early and late onset often find their origins in very early events, pre-natally, in the neonatal intensive care unit or in early childhood, even when there is no manifestation of disease until later in life. Moreover, aberrant expression of developmentally important genes may have different effects in neonatal vs adult lung. The overall goal of our research is to improve our understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms whereby steroid-responsive genes regulate aspects of mammalian lung development and influence both neonatal and later-onset lung disease with a special emphasis on asthma. |
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KMITA, Marie
Adjunct Professor
IRCM, 514-987-5749
marie.kmita@ircm.qc.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Genetics and development. |
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KRAHE, Rüdiger
Associate Professor
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Neuroethology. Information transmission in sensory systems. Behavioural, electrophysiological, computational, and neuroanatomical studies of electrosensory processing in weakly electric fish. |
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KRAMER, Donald
Emeritus Professor
donald.kramer@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Behavioural ecology in general, including spatial distribution and habitat selection of fishes, foraging and anti-predator behaviour of chipmunks, conservation applications of behavioural ecology. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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LAMARCHE, Nathalie
Associate Member
Strathcona Anatomy & Dentistry, 514-398-2329
nathalie.lamarche@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Signaling pathways mediated by the Rho family of GTPases. The Rho family of GTPases play a critical role in many aspects of cell biology, i.e. cell migration, cell adhesion, cell morphology and cell growth. These cellular events are crucial for the normal development and physiology in humans. |
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LARSSON, Hans
Associate Member
Redpath Museum, 514-398-4086 ext. -08945
hans.ce.larsson@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Vertebrate palaeontology and developmental evolution. Palaeontological work focuses on terrestrial Mesozoic vertebrates in the Canadian arctic and explores signatures of ancient climate shifts in palaeo-faunas. Developmental evolution work addresses what developmental mechanisms (morphological and molecular) are responsible for changes in the evolution of vertebrate morphology. |
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LASKO, Paul
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W4/7-W5/15
Bellini Life Sciences Complex, Rm. 277, 514-398-6401/00341
paul.lasko@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
The vasa and Bicaudal-C genes and their functions in establishing polarity in the Drosophila oocyte. The role of RNA helicases in gene regulation. Translation initiation in Drosophila melanogaster. |
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LECHOWICZ, Martin
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W6/8A, 514-398-6456
martin.lechowicz@mcgill.ca |
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Comparative ecology of temperate and boreal trees, functional ecology of tree growth. Roles of dispersal and adaptation in the assembly of forest understory communities. Impacts of glaze ice on the dynamics of forest tree and herb communities. Physiological ecology of plant fitness, interactions among traits determining plant growth and reproductive success in forest trees, ferns and sedges. Community outreach and forest conservation in settled landscapes. |
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LEFEBVRE, Louis
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W6/10, 514-398-6457
louis.lefebvre@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Animal behaviour, feeding strategies of flock-feeding birds, social learning. |
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LESSIOS, Harilaos
Adjunct Professor
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, 507-212-8253
lessiosh@post.harvard.edu |
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Research Summary: |
Speciation, evolution of reproductive isolation, rate of protein and mitochondrial DNA evolution, the effects of gene flow in the evolution of marine populations, phylogenetic reconstruction, molecular biogeography, ecology of tropical marine invertebrates, impact of mass mortality on coral reef biota. [STRI HomePage] |
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LEUNG, Brian
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W6/14, 514-398-6460
brian.leung2@mcgill.ca |
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Biological invasions, ecology of diseases, anthropogenic stressors. Addressing environmental issues through the synthesis of models (mathematical, computational, and statistical) with empirical data (literature, field or lab studies). Creating models for ecological forecasting, given uncertainty and sparse data. Developing decision theory, using risk analysis. |
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LEVINE, Robert
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W3/25B, 514-398-6421
robert.levine@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Regeneration in the visual system of lower vertebrates, with special emphasis on glial cells. Axonal pathway choice and target specificity of growing axons. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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LEWIS, John
Emeritus Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N2/5, 514-398-4401
john.lewis@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Ecology of corals and coral reefs. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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LOREAU, Michel
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W3/3, 514-398-3778
michel.loreau@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Theory and modelling linking community ecology, evolutionary ecology and ecosystem ecology, in interaction with experimental work on diversified systems. Main research topics include the relationship between biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, metacommunity dynamics, and evolution of ecosystems. |
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MANDATO, Craig
Associate Member
Strathcona Anatomy & Dentistry, 514-398-5349
craig.mandato@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
The in vivo relationship of cytoskeletal systems characterizing the molecular basis of interactions during cell division and cellular wound healing. This work is expected to advance research on the molecular pathology of diseases such as muscular dystrophy, as well as neuronal regeneration following injury. |
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MENDES, Judith
Associate Member
Dept. of Life Sciences, University of West Indies, Mona Campus Jamaica
(876) 927-1202, judith.mendes@uwimona.edu.jm |
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Research Summary: |
Director, Lecturer in Coral Reef Biology |
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McMILLAN, William Owen
Adjunct Member
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute
(507) 212-8299, McMillanO@si.edu |
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| Origins of adaptive variation, the genetic basis of mating behavior, and the ecological and evolutionary processes that shape genetic variation in natural populations. |
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MILLIEN, Virginie
Associate Member
Redpath Museum, 514-398-4086 ext. 00953
virginie.millien@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
My work focuses on island mammals. Islands provide an extreme condition of habitat reduction and isolation. Island species offer an excellent opportunity to study the evolutionary consequences of environmental change, because isolation entails significant changes in climate, resources and community context. To date, I have mostly worked on rodent species, although more recent research now includes a broader range of terrestrial mammals. |
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MOON, Nam-Sung
Assistant Professor
Bellini Life Sciences Complex, Room 266, 514-398-2982
nam.moon@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Molecular genetics of cancer genes in Drosophila melanogaster. Multiple genetic changes are responsible for the development of human cancer. Often, genes that are altered in cancers are evolutionarily conserved and their functions can be studied in a model organism such as the fruit fly (Drosophila melanogaster). My research is focused on studying cancer related genes using Drosophila as a model organism. In particular, I am interested in understanding the in vivo function of RBF1, the Drosophila homologue of the RB (Retinoblastoma) gene, which is functionally inactivated in most types of cancer. |
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MUKHERJEE, Barid
Emeritus Professor
FDA 21A, 514-398-1487
barid.mukherjee@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Molecular biology of osteopontin, an extracellular matrix cell adhesion protein. Its roles in bone development and oncogenic cell transformation. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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NILSON, Laura
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N5/8, 514-398-6448
laura.nilson@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Developmental genetics in Drosophila melanogaster. Identification and analysis of genes required in the somatic follicle cells of the ovary for patterning of the future embryo. Genetic and molecular analysis of organization and morphogenesis of the ovarian follicular epithelium. |
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PASZTOR, Valerie
Post-retirement Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N2/5, 514-398-6419
valerie.pasztor@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Neurobiology. Mechanoreceptors in crustacea. Neuropeptides and bioamines. Neuromodulation of sensory receptors. Mechano-sensitive ion channels. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS*) |
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POLLACK, Gerald
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W2/5C, 514-398-6418
gerald.pollack@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Neurophysiological, developmental and anatomical studies of the neural basis for behaviour. Acoustic communication. |
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POTVIN, Catherine
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W6/8, 514-398-3730
catherine.potvin@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Physiological ecology; global change; photosynthesis and productivity; experimental design and biostatistics; conservation biology; tropical ecology. [Sardinilla Project Home Page] |
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PRICE, Neil
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N6/12, 514-398-6468
neil.price@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Biological oceanography. Physiological ecology of nutrient acquisition in marine phytoplankton and bacteria. Trace element essentiality, toxicity and biogeochemical cycling. Resource limitation of plankton growth in natural waters. |
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RAO, Yong
Associate Member
Montreal General Hospital, 514-934-1934 ext. 42520
yong.rao@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
The molecular mechanism of axonal guidance and target recognition in the fly visual system and the molecular mechanism of neuronal migration. |
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READER, Simon
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W7/20, 514-398-6150
simon.reader@mcgill.ca |
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| Causes and consequences of innovation and social learning in animals and humans. |
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RICCIARDI, Anthony
Associate Member
Redpath Museum, 514-398-4086 ext. -4089
tony.ricciardi@mcgill.ca |
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Ecology of invasive species. Predicting impacts of introduced fishes and invertebrates using empirical modelling, meta-analysis, and field experiments. Developing risk assessment models for aquatic invasions. Quantifying biodiversity loss in freshwater ecosystems. |
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ROSENBLATT, David (Chair, Department of Human Genetics)
Associate Member
Royal Victoria Hospital, Rm. H5-63, 514-934-1934 ext -42978
Dept. Human Genetics, Stewart Biology Building, 514-398-3600
david.rosenblatt@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Inborn errors of cobalamin (Vitamin B12) and folate metabolism. Phenotype/genotype correlation in methylmalonic aciduria, methylene-tetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) deficiency, methionine synthase deficiency (cblG), methionine synthase reductase deficiency (cblE) and glutamate forminotransferase deficiency. Cloning of genes involved in cobalamin metabolism. |
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ROY, Richard
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W5/17, 514-398-6437
richard.roy@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
The normal development of an organism depends on the precise orchestration of cell division, differentiation and morphogenesis. Much is understood about how developmental regulatory genes affect cell differentiation, but little is understood about how they control cell proliferation throughout development. Using genetic analysis and molecular approaches in C. elegans, the Roy lab is engaged in the identification and characterization of both novel and previously known genes, which affect cell division throughout the course of postembryonic development in C. elegans. |
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ROZEN, Rima
Associate Member
Montreal Children's Hospital, 514-412-4358
rima.rozen@mcgill.ca |
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Research Summary: |
Molecular genetics of inherited diseases; genetic risk factors for cardiovascular disease and neural tube defects; folic acid metabolism in cancer. (*NOT ACCEPTING GRADUATE STUDENTS THROUGH THE BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT*) |
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SAKATA, Jon
Assistant Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W2/6 (temporary office); Lab: N4/8
514-398-6908
jon.sakata[AT]mcgill.ca |
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Many vertebrate species, including songbirds, use social information to guide behaviour and decision processes. My lab integrates neurophysiological, molecular, and behavioural approaches to reveal the mechanisms underlying the processing and use of social information in songbirds. |
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SCHOECK, Frieder
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W5/6, 514-398-6434
frieder.schoeck@mcgill.ca |
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We study cell-matrix adhesion and the actin cytoskeleton, in particular, how integrin-associated proteins regulate adhesion during muscle attachment and myofibril assembly in the fruit fly Drosophila. Our research will shed light on the regulation of integrin adhesion and its coordination with the actin cytoskeleton, and will lead to a better understanding of muscle disorders. |
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SCHOEN, Daniel
Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N3/8A, 514-398-6461
daniel.schoen@mcgill.ca |
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Evolution, ecology, and population genetics of plants. Conservation genetics. Application of theory and molecular genetic data to studies in plant evolution. |
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ST.-AMANT, Louis
Adjunct Professor
Université de Montréal, Département de pathologie et biologie cellulaire
514-343-7746, louis.st-amant@umontreal.ca |
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Cellular biology, biology of cancer, cytogenetics, cardiovascular and nervous system research. |
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STIFANI, Stefano
Associate Member
Montreal Neurological Institute, 514-398-6644
stefano.stifani@mcgill.ca |
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Research in the laboratory of Dr. Stefano Stifani aims at elucidating the events that regulate the generation of nerve cells from pluripotent neural stem/progenitor cells. |
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TAKETO, Teruko
Associate Member
Royal Victoria Hospital, 514-934-1934 ext. -34197
teruko.taketo@muhc.mcgill.ca |
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Genetic mechanism of gonadal sex determination and differentiation in mouse models for sex reversal. Cause of infertility in the XY sex-reversed female mouse. Analysis of meiotic chromosomes. |
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TORCHIN, Mark
Adjunct Professor
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, 507-212-871
torchinm@si.edu |
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Marine population and community ecology, host-parasite interactions, invasion ecology, conservation biology. |
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van MEYEL, Donald
Associate Member
Centre for Research in Neuroscience, MGH, 514-934-1934 ext. -42995
don.vanmeyel@mcgill.ca |
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Genetic analysis of neuronal diversity and axon guidance. |
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VOGEL, Jacalyn
Associate Professor
Bellini Life Sciences Complex, Room 269, 514-398-5880
jackie.vogel@mcgill.ca |
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The mitotic spindle plays an essential role in the transmission of genetic information during cell division in all eukaryotic cells. Our research focuses on spindle dynamics and cell cycle control mechanisms. We use budding yeast as a model for the detailed analysis of these evolutionarily conserved processes, using high-resolution microscopy, biochemistry, molecular genetics, and the analysis of relevant genetic networks and protein structure-function relationships using genomic and bioinformatics methods. Visit the Vogel Lab homepage for details of current graduate training opportunities. [Jackie's homepage - School of Computer Science website] |
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WATT, Alanna J.
Assistant Professor
Bellini Life Sciences Complex, Rm. 265 | Lab: 257, tel: 514-398-2806
alanna.watt@mcgill.ca |
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We are interested in the development of neuronal circuits, and the early patterned network activity that is thought to play a role in this process. Using electrophysiology combined with two-photon and confocal imaging, my lab studies how network activity and other early events play a role in sculpting the developing cerebellum. |
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WESTERN, Tamara
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N5/7, 514-398-2574
tamara.western@mcgill.ca |
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Cell differentiation in Arabidopsis. Fertilization triggers a complex series events in the differentiation of the mucilage secretory cells of the Arabidopsis seed coat. Using a combination of cell biology and molecular genetics, our lab is dissecting the genes and proteins involved in a sequence of biosynthesis, secretion and intracellular cytoplasmic remodelling. |
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WHITEWAY, Malcolm
Adjunct Professor
Biotechnology Research Institute, 514-496-6146
malcolm.whiteway@cnrc-nrc.gc.ca |
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Molecular biology of the yeast mating response pathway. Investigation of G protein mediated signal transduction. |
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WOOLLEY, Sarah
Assistant Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W2/6 (temporary office); Lab: N4/8
514-398-6908
sarah.woolley[at] mcgill.ca |
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Neuroethology.Neural mechanisms underlying the production and perception of social communication behaviors in songbirds using electrophysiology, behavioral analysis, molecular biology and computational methods. |
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ZETKA, Monique
Associate Professor
Stewart Biology Building, W5/28, 514-398-6445
monique.zetka@mcgill.ca |
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Proper chromosome morphogenesis is required for the faithful segregation of chromosomes during meiosis and can be readily studied in the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans. The research goals of my laboratory are to investigate the function and regulation of meiotic chromosome organization using a combination of genetics, molecular biology, and high-resolution cytogenetics. |
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ZHENG, Hugo
Assistant Professor
Stewart Biology Building, N5/10, 514-398-1328
hugo.zheng@mcgill.ca |
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The overall goal of my research is to understand how plant intracellular membrane trafficking is regulated as cell morphology changes during plant development and in response to environmental stresses. We are using a GFP-based living cell imaging technology combined with genetic approaches to study how plant genes control these important processes. Another research we are interested is to use reverse genetic and chemical genomic approaches to study the molecular regulation and function of very-long-chain fatty acid (VLCFA) biosynthesis and secretion in the production of waxes, seed oils, and sphingolipids.
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An Associate Member is a full-time academic whose primary appointment is in another McGill Department but is associated with this department by research, teaching or graduate supervision. An Adjunct Professor participates in the teaching or research activities of the University part-time, but is primarily employed by an institution, government, industry or professional partnership. Adjunct Professors CANNOT directly supervise graduate students, but may act as co-supervisors.
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