Gerald (Gerry) C. Johnston

Dr. Gerry Johnston is currently the Associate Dean (Research), Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University. Following his training in genetics with Dr. Leland H. Hartwell (University of Washington), in 1975 he was recruited to Dalhousie University where he developed a cancer research program focused on control of replication of yeast cells, building an international reputation. At the national level, he has held many senior leadership roles, including President of the National Cancer Institute of Canada and inaugural member of the Board of the CIHR Institute of Cancer Research. He has played a pivotal role in strengthening the linkage between cancer researchers and clinicians.