Aaron MacNeil, an associate professor from Dal’s Department of Biology, is among the newest Canada Research Chairs announced today (Thursday, May 3) by the Government of Canada.
Established 17 years ago, the Canada Research Chairs program supports and attracts the world’s best researchers in the fields of engineering and the natural sciences, health sciences, humanities and social sciences. In addition to conducting research that improves our depth of knowledge and quality of life, chair holders also train the next generation of leaders in their fields through student supervision and teaching.