Contact
Meet our team:
Dr. Frank Visser, Ph.D.
The HBI molecular biology core facility is under the management and direction of Dr. Frank Visser, a PhD scientist with over 18 years experience in both academic and industrial research settings. Dr. Visser interacts with HBI researchers with a strong emphasis on collaboration whether they are accessing the molecular core facility on a fee for service basis or for consultation and training.
Dr. Billy Tedford, Ph.D.
Billy completed a PhD in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry in 2004 from the University of Connecticut. He spent time training as a postdoc with Gerald Zamponi from 2004-2007 and then spent 5 years as staff scientist helping set up a R&D focused startup company in Kalamzoo, MI before returning to Calgary to work with Peter Stys for the past 10 years. He has extensive molecular biology and biochemistry expertise, including DNA cloning and protein purification.
Erin Semkow
Erin has extensive experience in a variety of clinical and administrative settings. In the HBI molecular core, Erin is responsible for mouse genotyping as well as various administrative and lab management responsibilities.
We are located at the Foothills Campus with the University of Calgary.
Health Research and Innovation Center (HRIC) room 1B36
3230 Hospital Dr NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4Z6
P: 403-220-8467