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Dr. Rebecca MacPherson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Sciences at Brock University. Her research program focuses on understanding the progression of metabolic diseases, including obesity, insulin resistance, and late-onset Alzheimer's disease. Dr. MacPherson has expertise in nutrition and exercise physiology, with a laboratory dedicated to examining preventative measures through exercise, aimed at improving whole-body metabolism and brain health. Her current research centers on the regulation of amyloid precursor protein processing, which is vital in understanding brain metabolism's role in health and disease. Additionally, she explores the impact of factors such as aging, obesity, and diabetes on thermogenesis and metabolic health. Dr. MacPherson is also committed to mentoring students and encourages qualified applicants for her MSc and Ph.D. programs. She is open to supervising undergraduate-directed study and thesis students across a wide range of degree programs.
Brock University • St. Catharines, ON
Teaching and conducting research in the area of Health Sciences.
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