Indigenous researcher from TRU elected as Royal Society of Canada Fellow – Castanet
Sep 3, 2024
KAMLOOPS — Dr. Roderick (Rod) McCormick, a member of the Mohawk (Kanien’kéha) First Nation and a professor and BC Innovation Chair in Indigenous Health at Thompson Rivers University (TRU), has been recognized for his scholarly achievements by the Royal Society of Canada (RSC).
McCormick is among 104 new Fellows who have been elected by their peers for their outstanding scholarly, scientific and artistic achievements. Recognition by the RSC is the highest honour an individual can achieve in the Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences and Science.
McCormick’s research has attracted more than $50 million in funding in the areas of Indigenous health and mental health, suicide prevention, capacity building and community wellness.
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