Aubrey Tingle

Aubrey Tingle
Nationality	Canadian
Occupation	Pediatrician, Immunologist, Academic
Known for	Founding President & CEO of the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research

Aubrey Tingle is a renowned Canadian pediatrician, immunologist, and academic known for his significant contributions to health research and policy in Canada. He is particularly recognized for his role as the founding President and CEO of the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, an organization dedicated to improving the health of British Columbians through research.

Early Life and Education

Aubrey Tingle was born in Canada and pursued his medical education at the University of British Columbia (UBC), where he earned his MD. He further specialized in pediatrics and immunology, fields in which he has made substantial contributions.

Career

Tingle's career is marked by his dedication to advancing medical research and education. He served as a professor at the University of British Columbia, where he was involved in both teaching and research. His work primarily focused on pediatric immunology, where he explored the immune responses in children and contributed to the understanding of various pediatric diseases.

Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research

In 2001, Aubrey Tingle became the founding President and CEO of the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR). Under his leadership, the foundation played a pivotal role in funding and supporting health research in British Columbia. The MSFHR was established to honor the legacy of Michael Smith, a Nobel laureate in Chemistry, and to foster a robust research environment in the province.

Contributions to Medical Research

Tingle's research has significantly impacted the field of pediatric immunology. He has published numerous papers on the immune system's development in children and the implications for pediatric diseases. His work has helped shape current understanding and treatment approaches in pediatric care.

Awards and Recognition

Throughout his career, Aubrey Tingle has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to medical science and research policy. His leadership in establishing the MSFHR has been particularly lauded for enhancing the research landscape in British Columbia.

Personal Life

Details about Aubrey Tingle's personal life are not widely publicized, as he is known to maintain a focus on his professional endeavors.

Also see

• Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research
• University of British Columbia
• Pediatric immunology
• Canadian medical researchers