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Fifty-eight years in science--a commentary.

Edwin E Daniel1

  • 1Department of Pharmacology, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. edaniel@ualberta.ca

Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology
|December 8, 2005
PubMed
Summary

This commentary reflects on 58 years in pharmacology, highlighting career shifts, migration to Canada, and innovations in research and education, including problem-based learning for pharmacology students.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Medical Education
  • Scientific Administration

Background:

  • A distinguished career spanning 58 years in pharmacology.
  • Early career shifts from M.D. pursuit to cellular biology and pharmacology.
  • Relocation to Canada during a period of scientific expansion.

Discussion:

  • Experience as Chair of the first independent Department of Pharmacology at the University of Alberta.
  • Balancing administrative duties with a passion for smooth muscle research.
  • Critique of traditional educational practices and anonymous peer review.

Key Insights:

  • Development of innovative, non-didactic educational approaches, including problem-based learning.
  • Establishment of the first Smooth Muscle Research Program at McMaster University.
  • Adaptation of 'therapeutic problems' for medical and graduate pharmacology education.

Outlook:

  • The enduring value of collaboration and collegiality in scientific endeavors.
  • The personal fulfillment derived from mentorship and shared scientific journeys.
  • The continuous evolution of pharmacological research and education.

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