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Paul J. LeBlanc
Research
Skeletal muscle plays an important role in health. Skeletal muscle is a highly metabolic tissue and its structure and function can be affected by nutrition and physical activity. The focus of my research program is to compare and contrast the underlying physiological and metabolic adaptations in healthy mammalian skeletal muscle with diet and exercise and how these adaptations differ under certain metabolic disorders such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. Current studies are examining these adaptations at the level of cellular membranes (fatty acid and cholesterol composition) and the function of metabolic enzymes found within these membranes.
Graduate Positions Available:
One PhD position to study the impact of membrane lipid composition on mitochondrial function in mammalian skeletal muscle. Relevant experience in biochemical methods (e.g., enzyme activity, Western blotting, TLC, GC) and previous mitochondrial work are highly desirable. Preliminary application procedure includes sending an email identifying your interest, along with attachments that include a cover letter highlighting your experience relevant to this position and a current curriculum vitae with email addresses of 3 references.
Two MSc positions to study the impact of membrane lipid composition on sarcolemmal function in mammalian skeletal msucle. Specifically, the two topic areas will focus on 1) rodent model of muscular dystrophy and 2) rodent model of insulin resistance. Relevant experience in biochemical methods (e.g., enzyme activity, Western blotting, TLC, GC) are highly desirable. Preliminary application procedure includes sending an email identifying your interest, along with attachments that include a cover letter highlighting your experience relevant to this position and a current curriculum vitae with email addresses of 3 references.
