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Dr. Richard Rachubinski

Affiliation

University of Alberta

Academy or College

Academy of Science

Year Elected

2002

Areas of Interest

Peroxisome, organelle biogenesis, protein targeting, yeast genetics, peroxisome biogenesis disorders, trypanosomes, glycosomes, African sleeping sickness

Richard Rachubinski is a leader in cell biology in the areas of protein targeting and organelle biogenesis. He has redefined our view of the formation of cell membranes and the movement of proteins across them. He has been the force behind a group of outstanding young biologists investigating the assembly of the varied membrane compartments making up the cell.

RSC Awards

Name of Award Year
Jubilee Medal 2013