Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 18, 2016
• Invested on: January 24, 2018

Michael Tymianski, C.M.
Toronto, Ontario

Michael Tymianski is fostering hope for stroke victims. A professor at the University of Toronto and head of the largest division of neurosurgery in Canada, he has conducted fundamental research on the molecular mechanisms that govern the death of brain cells during strokes. His landmark investigations over nearly two decades have led to the development of the first-ever therapy to show real promise in protecting the brain following these episodes. His contributions at the leading edge of the field have captivated scientists worldwide.