Dr. Jason Acker

Professor

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Biography

Jason Acker is a Professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology at the University of Alberta. He specializes in blood sciences with research focused on oxidative stress, transfusion medicine, red blood cell quality assessment, and cryobiology. Acker's contributions have advanced methodologies evaluating blood product quality and innovated approaches in cell therapy and cryopreservation. He actively engages in multiple collaborative studies aimed at improving techniques for blood processing and enhancing patient care in transfusion settings. His recent publications highlight the importance of molecular factors affecting red blood cell storage and the innovative use of machine learning technologies in blood sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Vice President (Research Integrity Support)

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Provides leadership in research integrity support, ensuring compliance with ethical standards.

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Teaches and conducts research in the field of laboratory medicine and pathology.

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management