Alicia Berard
Dr. Berard is an Assistant Professor in the Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences Department at the University of Manitoba, located within the Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba. She has adjunct cross-appointments through the Immunology Department at the University of Manitoba, as well as the Center for Global Health and Diseases through at Case Western Reserve University. The Berard lab is focused on understanding the mucosal biology and microbiome drivers of reproductive health issues using local clinical observational studies. Dr. Berard uses system biology tools and mechanistic wet laboratory experiments to bring a bedside-to-bench and back-to-bedside approach for translational research. Her lab has also started working towards building trust within the local community by supporting free information gatherings on reproductive health, focus group sessions to better approach clinical outreach methods, and aims to work towards a community-driven research program.
Research Discipline: Biomedical Research