Brinkman Lab at Simon Fraser University is a dynamic research facility dedicated to advancing bioinformatics and genomics with a focus on infectious disease control and sustainable health solutions. Led by Distinguished Professor Fiona Brinkman, the lab addresses critical challenges in understanding the interplay between pathogens and their hosts, unraveling the genetic, environmental, and social factors that influence disease spread and severity.

At Brinkman Lab, researchers employ innovative genomics and systems biology approaches to investigate microbial diseases, analyze disease outbreaks, and develop new anti-infective and immune-modulating therapies. The lab operates within an interdisciplinary framework, combining bioinformatics and traditional wet-lab techniques to explore microbial virulence and evolution.

With a “One Health” philosophy, the Brinkman Lab recognizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, applying their methods to foster better public health outcomes while promoting sustainability. Through their research, they aim to reduce antibiotic resistance and enhance our understanding of infectious diseases, paving the way for more effective and sustainable disease management strategies.