Nancy Ross, accomplished research administrator and renowned expert in population health, will assume the position of Vice-Principal (Research) at Queen’s effective August 1, 2021.
Exploring cellular immune responses in plants: this research will result in the discovery of novel proteins and biochemical mechanisms that allow plants to defend against pathogen infection.
Investigating how glaciers change and their impact in the Arctic: this research will develop models to estimate glacier run-off and predict sea-level rise and altered landscapes.
Examining new conflict-resolution techniques to support international policy and military intervention: this research will investigate how greater diversity and inclusion can improve the prospects for peace.
Investigating the social determinants of health for women and children in humanitarian crises: often the most impacted during humanitarian crises, this research helps inform policies and practices to improve their well-being and health.
![[Photo compilation of Queen's researchers and current research projects - Text: The Year in Research]](https://www.queensu.ca/research/sites/all/modules/contrib/lazyloader/image_placeholder.gif "2021: The Year in Research")
![[Photo of Nancy Ross]](https://www.queensu.ca/research/sites/default/files/styles/3x2_cropped/public/assets/legacy/images/Ross%20Headshot_1000x667.jpg?itok=_BdFHdE8 "Meet the new Vice-Principal (Research)")