2002 Recipients
Dr. James Shapiro
An honorary Doctor of Science degree was awarded to Dr. James Shapiro during the Graduate Students Convocation Ceremony on Friday, June 7, 2002.
Dr. Shapiro is Director of the Clinical Islet Transplant Program at the University of Alberta. His work has been instrumental in developing the Edmonton protocol, which gives hope to millions of people suffering from diabetes. In 2000, the Globe and Mail wrote, "Researchers at the U of A have successfully reversed diabetes for more than a year in a small group of Canadians who once required daily insulin injections to survive. Those researchers led by surgeon James Shapiro, are now being hailed as world leaders in islet transplantation."
Dr. Joseph Schwarcz
An honorary Doctor of Science degree was awarded to Dr. Joseph Schwarcz of McGill University during the Undergraduate Convocation Ceremony on Saturday, June 8, 2002.
Dr. Schwarcz is one of the foremost science educators in Canada. His many television, radio, and public appearances have entertained and informed people across North America. As Director of the Office for Chemistry and Society at McGill University, he uses the news media to bridge the gap between serious science and a public that needs to be informed of its importance and impact.
Updated May 12, 2021 by Digital & Web Operations, University Relations (web_services@athabascau.ca)