Top 10 After 10: Dr. Drew MacCannell

Drew graduated from Bishop’s in 2002 with a B.Sc. in Physics and two Minors in Biology and Mathematics.

He is currently Associate Director of Pharmacometrics with Biogen Therapeutics, a company dedicated to alleviating the suffering of those with diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and spinal muscular atrophy. He has dedicated his professional life to improving the health and wellbeing of those afflicted and impacted by these conditions.

In recent years, he has volunteered with the Massachusetts Science and Engineering fair to motivate and inspire young scientists and high school students. He currently oversees two graduate student interns, helping them to understand the role that mathematical modeling and computer science can play in the art of healing.

Drew is honoured to be invited back to his alma mater to lecture students on the path he took from his undergraduate years through to his current position; he is also proud to donate to the Drew MacCannell Award for Interdisciplinary Excellence at Bishop’s and hopes this award will contribute meaningfully to the diversity of scientific backgrounds at the University.