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Community Dr. Warren Wakarchuk appointed Scientific Director of GlycoNet
The new Scientific Director will be responsible for leading GlycoNet’s scientific strategy and the Network’s global leadership in glycoscience.
Research Highlight Using plants to find new treatments for type 2 diabetes
GlycoNet researchers found more efficient ways to produce montbretin A, a potential anti-diabetes compound.
Awards GlycoNet Investigator receives Canada’s highest honour for science and engineering research
Dr. Molly Shoichet is awarded the Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold Medal for Science and Engineering from NSERC.
Research Highlight Sugars could be the key to an earlier test for breast cancer
GlycoNet scientists are looking for clues in sugars to develop early diagnostics for breast cancer.
Research Highlight GlycoNet scientists develop new tools to study the immune system
New research lays foundation for future breakthroughs in fighting neurodegenerative diseases and cancer.
Community GlycoNet announces new Directors to the Board
Five new members from diverse backgrounds are elected to the Board.
Community Prime Minister announces reappointment of Canada’s top scientist
GlycoNet Investigator Dr. Mona Nemer will continue to promote science and its benefits for Canadians.
Community New GlycoNet Trainee Association Executive Committee announced
GlycoNet trainees will receive support to advance their professional development and promote their research activities.
Network Profile Sweet science: Sugar research gets $20M stronger
GlycoNet’s Associate Director Clinical Partnerships, Dr. Lara Mahal, is bringing personalized health care to reality.
Research Highlight The light at the end of the tunnel for heart failure
GlycoNet Investigators identified carbohydrate-derived molecules that may hold the key to preventing and treating the disease for which there is currently no cure.
Community Two GlycoNet Investigators named to Royal Society of Canada
From pioneering carbohydrate synthesis to studying aging and immunity, these GlycoNet researchers are recognized by the country’s oldest and most prestigious scholarly institute.
Research Highlight Using health economics to find a better way to screen for prostate cancer
GlycoNet scientists aim to change the way we diagnose the disease with a new blood test.
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