DNA Damage and Repair
Backgrounders
This backgrounder explains the different ways that cells repair damage to DNA.
Do You Know What's On Your Plate?
STEM Explained
In 2013, many Europeans learned their beef lasagnas were actually made of horse meat. Learn about food fraud, and how a Canadian invention can help detect it.
Can Your Own Cells Cure Cancer?
STEM Explained
When a person has cancer, CAR-T Therapy uses their own cells to destroy the cancer cells in their body.
DNA Extraction
Backgrounders
Learn the basics of how DNA can be extracted from cells.
Radiation Effects on Cells & DNA
Backgrounders
This backgrounder explains the effects of radiation on cells and DNA.
Amanda Naaum
Career Profiles
Lead Molecular Biologist at TRU-ID
Amanda Naaum is the lead molecular biologist at TRU-ID.
David Charest
Career Profiles
Director, Sector Development
David Charest is the director of sector development at Genome in British Columbia.
Carolyn Fitzsimmons
Career Profiles
Research Scientist
Carolyn Fitzsimmons is a research scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.
Sylvie Cloutier
Research Scientist
Sylvie Cloutier is a Research Scientist with a focus in Molecular geneticist for Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada.