Dr. Poul Sorenson BSc, MD (McGill Univ), PhD, FRCPC

Asa and Kashmir Johal Endowed Chair in Childhood Cancer Research

Professor

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Department of Pediatrics

Faculty of Medicine

A professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Dr. Sorensen is an internationally recognized molecular pathologist and cancer biologist specializing in pediatric cancers. His extensive experience in translational medicine and discovery of novel genetic changes in childhood cancers and breast tumours has led to new diagnostic tests and treatments for both pediatric and adult cancer patients. His research has also significantly advanced our understanding of the role of proteins have in cancer cell growth, such as activated NTRK fusion proteins. Dr. Sorensen is a Distinguished Scientist at the BC Cancer Research Centre, holds the Asa and Kashmir Endowed Chair in Childhood Cancer Research, and is a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.

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Dr. Poul Sorenson BSc, MD (McGill Univ), PhD, FRCPC

Professor Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Department of Pediatrics

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Data Science and Health

10th Floor, Diamond Health Care Centre, 2775 Laurel Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V5Z 1M9

Research Excellence Clusters at UBC Vancouver is a joint initiative of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic, UBC Vancouver and the Vice-President, Research and Innovation. Funding support for the clusters is provided by Academic Excellence Funds – UBC Vancouver.

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