Richard Wassersug is a Full Professor in the Department of Anatomy and Neurobiology at Dalhousie University with cross appointments in the Departments of Biology and Psychology. The majority of his scientific career has been spent studying the functional morphology and behavior of anuran larvae; he has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers on these animals.

While still involved in herpetological research, Richard’s focus has largely turned toward prostate cancer and the psychology of androgen deprivation. The rationale for this research is to develop strategies for helping individuals recognize, accept, and adapt to the effects of castration on their gender identity (i.e., sense of masculinity) and sexuality (e.g., potency, libido, sexual orientation).