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Christopher Cairo is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Alberta, where he serves as the Associate Chair. He has extensive research interests in glycobiology, medicinal chemistry, carbohydrate chemistry, and bioconjugate chemistry. Dr. Cairo's research group focuses on understanding the mechanistic roles of cell surface receptors in various biological processes, employing chemical biology to enhance the understanding of membrane biology and develop new therapeutic strategies. His work investigates membrane glycobiology, particularly structural and functional studies of glycoproteins and glycolipids, utilizing recombinant forms of neuraminidases to study enzyme selectivity. Furthermore, he explores bioconjugate strategies to modify biomolecules, applying innovative labeling techniques to enhance chemical biology applications. He also investigates phosphatase inhibitors relevant for drug development, particularly in the context of diabetes. Dr. Cairo teaches undergraduate courses, including research opportunity programs and specialized topics in bioconjugate chemistry, emphasizing both fundamental and applied aspects of the field.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management