Associate Directors

for the Western Institute for Neuroscience

Name Position Responsibilities Contact
Emma Duerden Development/Training Initiatives

Responsible for liaising between the Institute and relevant units or academic programs, advising and supporting the Director in operationalizing and implementing strategic development/training activities such as professional development workshops, learning modules, clinical/applied research fellowships, and/or graduate research awards.

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Email: eduerden@uwo.ca
Tel: 519-661-2111 x88694

John Paul Minda Member Initiatives

Responsible for advising and supporting the Director in operationalizing and implementing strategic priorities via local events such as seminars/showcase series, think tanks/brainstorming sessions, networks, and partner-sponsored events.

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Email: jpminda@uwo.ca
Tel: 519-661-2111 x84689

Andrew Pruszynski Research Initiatives and Innovation

Responsible for advising and supporting the Director in operationalizing and implementing strategic priorities via research programs/activities such as catalyst/seed grant programs, trainee research awards, strategic fund program, commercialization mentorship program, innovation competition.

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Email: andrew.pruszynski@uwo.ca
Tel: 519 663-5777 x24384

Sandrine de Ribaupierre Clinical Integration (Interim) Responsible for advising and supporting the Director in operationalizing and implementing strategic programs and activities that aim to foster greater collaboration among clinical and basic researchers.

Sandrine de Ribaupierre

Email: sderibau@uwo.ca
Tel:  519 685-8500 x58107