Schlegel Research Chairs
The RIA has been instrumental in engaging experts in Neuroscience, Geriatric Medicine and Health Care, Nutrition Care for older adults, and Enhanced Seniors Care. There are currently four Schlegel Research Chairs at the University of Waterloo and one Schlegel Chair at Conestoga College.
Current Schlegel Research Chairs
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Dr. George Heckman Schlegel Research Chair in Geriatric Medicine University of Waterloo 2010-present |
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Dr. Rich Hughson Schlegel Research Chair in Brain Health & Vascular Aging University of Waterloo 2010-present |
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Dr. Carlos Rojas-Fernandez Schlegel Research Chair in Geriatric Pharmacotherapy School of Pharmacy, University of Waterloo 2010-present |
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Dr. Heather Keller Schlegel Research Chair in Nutrition & Aging University of Waterloo 2012 - present |
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Dr. Veronique Boscart CIHR/Schlegel Industrial Research Chair in Seniors Care for Colleges Conestoga College 2012 - present |
Former Schlegel Chairs
Dr. Safa Elgamel
Schlegel Research Chair in Neuroscience
University of Waterloo
2008-2010
Kristie Clark
Schlegel Chair for Enhanced Seniors Care
Conestoga College
2008-2010






