DIRKS, Peter, Department of Developmental and Stem Cell Biology, The Hospital for Sick Children Research Institute

Dr. Peter Dirks is one of Canada’s leading cancer stem-cell biologists and neurosurgeons. He is a pioneer in neuro-oncology and the cancer stem cell field, as well as an expert brain tumour surgeon. His research program is providing key insights into how stem cell biology informs brain cancer origin, growth, and treatment resistance. Dr. Dirks is revolutionizing the way brain cancer is studied and treated – from lab bench to bedside.