Founded in 2008 on the beautiful lakefront city of Mississauga, Ontario

Acanthus Research Inc. was founded in 2008 with a mission to facilitate pharmaceutical research by providing high quality reference standards and organic synthesis services. No molecule is too complex for us! Our scientists are ready to undertake the most challenging syntheses to provide unique products. Our standards are quality-certified and delivered with care and pride from our home in Canada to clients worldwide.

Management Team

John Tobin

John Tobin obtained his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Toronto. John has over twenty years of extensive experience in organic and analytical chemistry related to pharmaceutical R&D. He is responsible for directing analytical development at Acanthus Research Inc.

Ewa Tobin

Ewa Tobin leads the Synthetic R&D Department. Ewa obtained her MSc. in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from the University of Toronto and has over twenty years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She is an expert in organic synthesis, process chemistry, and medicinal chemistry.

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