Laurie Chan
Institution
Section titled “Institution”- University of Ottawa
Affiliations
Section titled “Affiliations”- Canada case study
- Canada Research Chair in Toxicology and Environmental Health
- University of Ottawa
Dr. Laurie Chan is a Canada Research Chair in Toxicology and Environmental Health. His research focuses on chemical contaminants in the environment and diet, especially among Indigenous Peoples, and their impacts on ecosystem and human health. He develops biochemical tools for risk assessment and aims to support environmental health through science-based policy and community engagement. His work bridges toxicology, environmental science, and Indigenous knowledge systems.
Core work interests related to Solving FCB
Section titled “Core work interests related to Solving FCB”Chemical contaminant exposure and health effects
Risk assessment and environmental health promotion
Integration of Indigenous governance and scientific modeling for climate adaptation
Topics of interest
Section titled “Topics of interest”Indigenous governance on traditional food systems
Adaptations for climate change
Toxicology and environmental health in Indigenous communities
Role in Solving FCB
Section titled “Role in Solving FCB”Leads the Canada case study, collaborating with Tla’amin Nation to co-develop climate action plans grounded in traditional governance, seafood systems, and ecological restoration. The work explores cultural, ecological, and governance dimensions of climate adaptation and biodiversity conservation.