About Me
Dr. Barbara Vanderhyden is a Distinguished Professor and holds the endowed Corinne Boyer Chair in Ovarian Cancer Research at the University of Ottawa. She is a highly accomplished scientist who has made significant and paradigm-shifting discoveries in ovarian biology and ovarian cancer. She has shown exceptional leadership and commitment to advancing health science research by chairing several key committees and research advisory boards, including the Ovarian Cancer Canada OvCAN Governing Council. She is a tireless advocate for health research who conceived and developed extensive and successful outreach programs for youth, vulnerable populations and cancer patients.