Dr. Sukhinder Cheema

Biography

Sukhinder Cheema is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at Memorial University of Newfoundland, with a cross-appointment in the Faculty of Medicine. He is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Applied Human Nutrition at Mount Saint Vincent University in Canada. His research primarily focuses on the investigation of nutrients, particularly dietary fats and fatty acids, and their role in regulating metabolic pathways. This research is crucial for preventing the onset of cardiovascular diseases, obesity, diabetes, and for maintaining brain health. His research group specifically studies the impact of maternal dietary fats and over-nutrition during pregnancy on offspring metabolism, which may predispose them to a higher risk of developing chronic diseases later in life. Beyond his basic science research, he collaborates with clinician scientists to conduct translational research utilizing human samples, and also partners with industry to explore the health benefits of marine species in developing nutraceuticals and functional foods. His methodology encompasses a wide array of techniques, including both in-vivo animal models and in-vitro cell culture models, focusing on biochemical analyses, enzyme activities, gene regulation, and advanced omics techniques.

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