Professor, Canada Research Chair in Fish and Environmental Immunology

Professor Brian Dixon carries out research in fish immunology and is a world expert on the environmental effects on fish immune systems. His research has been used to provide insights into mammalian immune systems as well as understand the role of climate change on fish populations and improve fish health in aquaculture environments.

In 2013 he was awarded an NSERC Synergy Award for his scientific collaboration with Yellow Island Aquaculture to improve Chinook Salmon aquaculture practices.