Dr. Scott Napper

Dr. Scott Napper holds a joint position at the University of Saskatchewan as a Professor of Biochemistry as well as Senior Scientist at the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization- International Vaccine Center (VIDO-InterVac). A protein biochemist by training, his research interests are based in the application of structure-function investigations within the context of infection and immunity. 

The 2024 Faculty Research Day was held on Friday, May 3. This was a hybrid (in-person and virtual) event, with six divisions and multiple regions of the province represented. Awards were presented at the Department of Medicine annual banquet by Dr. Robert Skomro, Interim Director of Research.   

Three presentations received research awards. These were:

• First place: Kerri Schellenberg, Division of Neurology, Title: “ALS Health Care Provider Wellness.”

• Second place: Michael Prystajecky, Division of General Internal Medicine, Title: “Virtual multidisciplinary preoperative assessment: a pilot study.”

• Third place: Dr. Erika Penz, Division of Respirology, Title: “Premature loss of life in a cohort of patients with COPD and Lung Cancer in Saskatchewan: A Retrospective study.”

 Department of Medicine Research Day 2024 Abstract Book and Map

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