Long Citation
Dr. Michael Rudnicki is an outstanding young scientist whose studies of muscle development have placed him at the forefront of international science. He has discovered the key molecules that regulate muscle development in the embryo and that control muscle regeneration from stem cells following injury. For close to 15 years, Dr. Rudnicki's research has consistently broken new ground and challenged existing paradigms resulting in entirely new concepts of muscle development. His research clearly delineates the importance of stem cells in the regenerative process and paves the way for new therapeutic approaches to a cure for muscular dystrophy and the 40 other neuromuscular disorders. As an internationally renowned scientist, a mentor to a large group of young researchers, a highly effective leader in his own institution and as a scientific opinion leader, Dr. Rudnicki's election to the Royal Society of Canada will bring credit to the Society.

Short Citation
Michael Rudnicki is an outstanding young scientist whose studies of muscle development have placed him at the forefront of international science. He has discovered the key molecules that regulate muscle development in the embryo and that control muscle regeneration from stem cells following injury. Dr. Rudnicki's research has consistently broken new ground and challenged existing paradigms resulting in entirely new concepts of muscle development.