Research Lead
Dr. André Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Victoria and the Principal Investigator for the MAID research study. The current focus of his research and publications is on aging and the lived experience of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Research Assistant
Sasha Zinovich is a PhD student at the University of Victoria and is the Research Assistant on this study. Her research focuses on dementia, medical assistance in dying, and healthcare practice in Canada.
Research Assistant
Mary Rubin is an undergraduate student studying sociology and gender studies at the University of Victoria and is a certified Health Care Assistant. Her research interests include dementia care, disability, and healthcare policy.