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Jennifer Protudjer, PhD
Endowed Research Chair in Allergy, Asthma and the Environment University of Manitoba Dr. Protudjer holds the following positions:
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My research interests centre around the impact of allergic disease on the child, the family, and the community in which they live. I use a mixed methods approach in much of my work to fully examine the social, psychological and financial burden of food allergy on families. Through my research, I strive to make meaningful change through engagement with these families, as well as schools, policy makers and government. This includes active engagement in the Canada’s Food Allergy Action Plan. Formerly, I was also actively involved in Sweden’s Bra Mat för Alla (Good Food for All). I also study the association between allergic disease and maternal-infant bonding. I lead many local and national studies, and actively collaborate with researchers in Manitoba, across Canada, the United States, Europe and Australia.
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Michael Golding, MA
Research Coordinator, Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba I hold a master’s degree in experimental psychology from the University of New Brunswick. In graduate school I received training in both the psychological bases of behaviour and research methods, which prepared me well for my work in the lab. Since joining the lab in 2019, I have leveraged my training to provide assistance with the practical aspects of our various research projects as well as sharing the results of our research through papers and conference presentations. Currently, I am working on several different research projects that focus on the financial and psychological impacts of allergic disease. When I'm not at work, I like to canoe, listen to music, and spend time with my partner, Katie, and our two dogs, Digby and Lucy. |
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Kaitlyn Merrill, BSc(Hons)
Research Assistant, University of Manitoba I recently graduated with my BSc(Hons) degree, majoring in Biochemistry at the University of Winnipeg. I have had the pleasure of working under Dr. Protudjer since May 2020. I have had the opportunity to develop my research skills, including the conduction of qualitative interviews, literature reviews, data analysis and knowledge translation. Outside of the lab, I enjoy spending my spare time at the lake reading, relaxing in the sun and spending time with friends and family. Long term, I aim to further my education to continue working in the healthcare field. |
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Zoe Harbottle, BSc
Research Assistant, University of Manitoba I hold a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutritional Sciences from the University of Manitoba and am currently pursuing a Master of Applied Human Nutrition (MAHN) also at the University of Manitoba. Since February 2022, I have been working as a Research Assistant in the Protudjer Lab. Throughout this time, I have had the opportunity to work on a variety of different research projects mainly related to the psychosocial and financial impacts of food allergy and other allergic diseases. |
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Phillip Snarr, BA, BSc
Research Assistant, University of Manitoba Hi, my name is Phil and I am excited to be joining the Protudjer Lab! I completed my BSc at the University of Manitoba and have been involved in health research ever since. I am very interested in learning from individuals and families who have lived experiences with allergies. Outside of the lab, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and spending time outdoors. |
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April Quill
Research Assistant, University of Manitoba My name is April Quill. I am finishing my third year at the University of Manitoba, pursuing a Bachelor of Science with a major in Statistics. I am excited to apply my knowledge of statistics in this lab! |
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Makeda Muluneh, BSc(Hons)
Masters Student, University of Manitoba Hi, my name is Makeda and I am from Toronto, Ontario. I recently graduated with my BSc(Hons) degree from the University of Toronto, majoring in Human Biology and double minoring in Psychology and French. During my time there, I also completed my undergraduate thesis studying gestational stress and oxytocin-related signaling in rat mothers. I am currently in my first year of a Master of Science in Pediatrics and Child Health and am excited to be part of the Protudjer Lab. Outside of the lab, I enjoy working out, playing lacrosse, and spending time with family and friends. |
ALUMNI
- Billy Hong, BSc, BSc(Med) Student, Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba
- LaDawn Duerksen, BHEcol, BSc, Research Assistant, University of Manitoba
- Amanda Nötzel, Medical student (Karolinska Institutet)
- Elizabeth Magaji, BSc student
- Samara Chernick, BSc, Medical student (Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba)
- Sarah Baldwin, BSc, Medical student (Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba)
- Brandon Kim, BSc, Medical student (Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba)
- Manvir Bhamra, BSc
- Mae Jhelene Santos, MSc, RD (Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, University of Manitoba)
- Simon Sigg, Medical student (Karolinska Institutet)
- Ashlyn Peters, BSc, Medical student (Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba)
- Syeda Jafri, BSc(Med), MD (Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba)
- Isac Kopsch, Medical student (Karolinska Institutet)
- Erik Wilking, Medical student (Karolinska Institutet)
- Hailey Hildebrand, BSc(Med), MD (Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba)
- Tara Lynn Frykas, BA, BSc
- Tessa Memauri, BSc, RRT
- Josie Cosyns, MD (Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba)
- Laura Feldman, MD, MPH (Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto)
- Kim Hurst, MSc (Faculty of Arts and Science, Queen's University)
- Josephine Lind, MD (Karolinska Institutet)
- Sarah Smith, MD, JD (Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba)
- Aimée Gilmartin, MB, BCh, BAO (UCD School of Medicine, University College Dublin)
And many others!
The Protudjer Lab acknowledges the generous support of:
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