Life Sciences Innovation

Saskatchewan’s life sciences sector is built on a strong foundation in plant and animal research, leveraging the province’s leadership in agriculture to protect crops, livestock and the public from disease, fostering a healthier population.

USask researchers link plants and people through advanced medical imaging

Using cutting-edge nuclear imaging technology, medical isotopes produced at the Saskatchewan Cyclotron Facility (Facility) and a deep knowledge of chemistry and biology, two University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are uncovering surprising connections between plant science and human health.

Career Talks: Alisa Patterson, Research Officer

Alisa Paterson is a Research Officer at the Saskatchewan Cyclotron Facility and has been a wonderful addition to our Fedoruk Centre team. Learn more about what she does in her day-to-day at the Facility and what led her to pursue a career in the sciences.