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Vancouver, BC — Dr. Alejandro Adem began his position today as the new Chief Executive Officer and Scientific Director of Mitacs.
Most recently, Dr. Adem was the Director of the Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences (PIMS). He will continue to hold his positions as professor and Canada Research Chair at the University of British Columbia (UBC).
Dr. Adem brings to his new role remarkable academic qualifications, international background, and leadership experience.
For Dr. Adem’s full bio, please click here.
September 16, 2026
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