Prof. David Wishart
About Prof. David Wishart
Prof. David Wishart Education and Expertise
Prof. David Wishart holds dual professorships in the Departments of Biological Sciences and Computing Science at the University of Alberta. His work primarily revolves around the field of metabolomics, where he has made significant contributions through research and publications. His interdisciplinary expertise bridges biological sciences with computing, emphasizing computational approaches to biochemical data analysis.
David Wishart Human Metabolome Project (HMP)
Prof. David Wishart founded and leads the Human Metabolome Project (HMP), a significant multi-university, multi-investigator project. The HMP aims to comprehensively catalog human metabolites, attaining a milestone by documenting over 250,000 metabolites. This initiative has advanced the understanding of human metabolism and its implications in health and disease.
David Wishart Publications and Citations
Prof. David Wishart has an extensive body of work in the field of metabolomics, authoring over 500 publications. These contributions have garnered over 100,000 citations, reflecting his substantial impact on the scientific community. His publications span various topics within metabolomics, cementing his reputation as an authoritative figure in the field.
David Wishart University of Alberta Role
At the University of Alberta, Prof. David Wishart serves as a professor in both the Departments of Biological Sciences and Computing Science. His dual roles at the university underscore his interdisciplinary approach to research, integrating biological data with computational methods. His position at the university supports his ongoing research and contributions to the metabolomics field.