February 6, 2014 - Laurentian University Professor of Biology Dr. Kabwe Nkongolo, has been named the recipient of the University’s 2013-2014 Research Excellence Award.
Dr. Nkongolo is a full professor of Genetics in the Department of Biology and a core faculty member in the Biomolecular Science Ph.D program at Laurentian University. Before joining Laurentian in 1992, Dr. Nkongolo spent 4 years at Colorado State University in the USA. He is a graduate of Laval University, Quebec, where he completed his M.Sc. in toxicology and his Ph.D in Genetics.
“Dr. Nkongolo is recognized for the impact of his work both at the community level and beyond,” said Dr. Patrice Sawyer, Laurentian University Vice-President, Research and Francophone Affairs. “Dr. Nkongolo has made significant contributions through his research in environmental generics and the health of Northern Ontario ecosystems, Genetics of Diabetes and through international projects in food security,” he added.
The Research Excellence Award Committee bestows the award when there is evidence of “outstanding performance” by a faculty member. It is marked with a stipend of $15,000, which can be paid as a sabbatical research grant.
“I am honored to be included on this list of many scholars who are contributing to the National and International recognition of Laurentian University," said Dr. Nkongolo.
To celebrate this achievement, Dr. Nkongolo gave a presentation of his research as part of the Opening Ceremonies of Research Week. He will be presented with his award at the 2014 spring convocation.