Leadership
 

Dr. Leanne Stalker is the National Director of Research at the Kidney Foundation of Canada, based in Ontario and holds a PhD in Biochemistry and Biomedical Science from McMaster University. Leanne has experience in both the academic research and research management and has a long-standing interest in the integration of research science, clinical development, and patient-facing programs. In the National Director of research role, Leanne provides the support needed to engage, empower, and support the kidney research community, to fulfill the Kidney Foundation’s research strategies and, ultimately, improve outcomes for people with kidney disease. Within KRESCENT, Leanne works with the rest of the leadership team to ensure that trainees receive the high-quality training that KRESCENT is known for and manages the administration of the program, including the peer review selection process,  through her role at The Kidney Foundation of Canada.