Dr. Cathy Chan

Biography

Cathy Chan is a Professor in the Department of Physiology at the University of Alberta. She earned her PhD from the University of British Columbia. Professor Chan's research focuses on obesity and type 2 diabetes, which are prevalent diseases in developed countries. Her main research interests include studying the metabolic effects of diets and diet components, particularly those involving Alberta-grown crops, in rodent models. She also works on developing and evaluating the effectiveness of nutrition and physical activity interventions aimed at individuals with diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Chan collaborates with community partners to implement nutrition risk screening interventions that help older adults maintain their health and independence. Throughout her career, she has been involved in various academic and medical community initiatives, including serving on the Centre for Nutrition Health Advisory Board and acting as President of the Canadian Physiological Society. Chan is dedicated to knowledge translation, which is a key component of her lab's work. She has published extensively, contributing to both academic literature and practical resources for health management, such as 'The Pure Prairie Eating Plan.'

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