Dr. Mark Lechner

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mark Lechner is a molecular biologist with a research background in human cancer and developmental biology. He received his B.S. in Microbiology from the University of Notre Dame and completed his Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology at the University of Chicago, where he investigated how certain human viruses, such as HPV, lead to cancer. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms that control early embryonic development and the genetic errors and environmental factors that can alter these processes and lead to disease. Dr. Lechner's special interest lies in epigenetics and the interaction between genes and environmental factors that influence human traits. He was appointed as a faculty member in the Department of Bioscience & Biotechnology at Drexel University, serving as an Assistant Professor before joining the Faculty of Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University in 2008. He teaches courses covering genetics, cell biology, biochemistry, developmental biology, and cancer biology.

Research Interests

Experience

University Lecturer, Academic Integrity Advisor

2008-01-01 — Present

Simon Fraser University • Burnaby, BC, Canada

Teaching and advising on academic integrity within the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Assistant Professor

2001-01-01 — 2008-01-01

Drexel University • Philadelphia, PA, USA

Led teaching and research efforts in the Department of Bioscience & Biotechnology.

Courses

HSCI 324 D100 Human Population Genetics HSCI 333 D100 Red, Hot, True: Blood

Requirements for Simon Fraser University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:93
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy