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Zhixiang Wang is a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Medical Genetics at the University of Alberta. He obtained his PhD from Simon Fraser University in 1993 and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Toronto supported by various prestigious fellowships including the CIHR Centennial Fellowship and NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship. Dr. Wang began his independent research position at the Northeastern Ontario Cancer Centre of the University of Ottawa in 1996, before moving to the University of Alberta as an Assistant Professor. Over his career, he has made significant contributions to understanding the mechanisms of ErbB receptor signaling, particularly in the context of breast cancer. His research interests include EGF-induced Rac1 phosphorylation and its novel functions in the nucleus, with a focus on the implications for breast cancer treatment and drug resistance. He has published extensively in high-impact journals and has secured research funding from CIHR, NSERC, and the CBCF.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB
Professor in the Department of Medical Genetics, focusing on ErbB receptor signaling and breast cancer.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management