Dr. Valerie Chappe

Professor

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Biography

Valerie Chappe is a Professor in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at Dalhousie University. Her research primarily focuses on genetic diseases such as cystic fibrosis, exploring the role of vasoactive intestinal peptide and ion channels in respiratory health. Over her career, she has contributed to the molecular and cellular understanding of the respiratory system, utilizing interdisciplinary approaches to develop promising strategies for treating respiratory diseases. Chappe has authored several publications in esteemed journals detailing her research findings in the conductance of CFTR (Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator) and its interactions within cellular environments. She has been recognized by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research with a New Investigator Award, among other accolades for her significant contributions to physiology. In addition to her academic duties, she serves as an Expert Adviser at PhaseBio Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Dalhousie University • Halifax, NS, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics.

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — 2022-12-31

Dalhousie University • Halifax, NS, Canada

Conducting research and guiding graduate students in physiology.

Assistant Professor

2005-01-01 — 2010-01-01

Dalhousie University • Halifax, NS, Canada

Developing curriculum and conducting research in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics.

Post-doctoral Fellow

1999-01-01 — 2004-01-01

McGill University • Montreal, QC, Canada

Conducted research under the supervision of Dr. John W. Hanrahan focusing on cellular physiology.

Awards

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Canadian Institutes Health Research New Investigator Award

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Canadian Foundation Innovation, Leaders Opportunity Fund

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DMRF New Investigator Award

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Post-doctoral Fellowship