Dr. Michael Wu BSc, PhD

Our laboratory is interested in understanding molecular mechanisms that cells use to sense and respond to toxic environmental stress agents. The goal of our research is to uncover how genetic factors interact with environmental cues to influence fundamental cellular processes that shape whole-animal physiology (e.g. development, aging, stress resistance).

To answer these questions, our research uses the genetically tractable model nematode Caenorhabditis elegans, and combine a range of experimental approaches including classical genetics, molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and animal physiology.

*Students interested in undergraduate, graduate, or postdoctoral research should email Dr. Wu directly to discuss potential opportunities.

Lab Website: www.usaskwormlab.ca