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Dr. Lindsay Robinson's research interests lie in the integration of diet and exercise in mediating metabolic processes related to health and chronic disease. Her academic journey began at Acadia University, where she developed a passion for nutritional sciences. She pursued her Ph.D. at the University of Alberta, studying nutrition, immunology, and cancer. At the University of Guelph, Dr. Robinson held an NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship, conducting research on carbohydrate metabolism in obesity and diabetes. Her current research program focuses on understanding the regulatory roles of cytokines secreted by adipose tissue (adipokines) in obesity-related chronic diseases. Dr. Robinson's studies examine how diet and exercise influence these cytokines and their interactions with key metabolic tissues. She leads various projects investigating the effects of dietary fats on inflammatory markers and metabolic processes, contributing significantly to the fields of nutrition and metabolic health.
Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).