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Joseph S. Lam is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Guelph in the College of Biological Science, specializing in Molecular and Cellular Biology. His research focuses on the lipopolysaccharide component of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, particularly studying the pathogenesis of lung infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa in cystic fibrosis patients. His laboratory investigates the molecular biology of lipopolysaccharide biosynthesis, the role of lipopolysaccharides in pathogenesis, and exploring new antimicrobial targets through glycoconjugates and enzymes. The lab is well-equipped with cutting-edge technology for protein purification and analysis, including mass spectrometry and x-ray crystallography. Lam's work has provided extensive training for postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduates in microbiology, molecular biology, and biochemistry, fostering a collaborative research environment with a pharmaceutical company for high-throughput drug screening.
Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).