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• East Asian Politics
• Chinese Politics
• International Security
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Loic Tassé serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Political Science within the Faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Montreal. His teaching spans multiple undergraduate programs across three academic domains: Letters and Languages : Bachelor of Asian Studies, Major in East Asian Studies, Minor in East Asian Studies, Microprogram in Chinese Language and Culture Human Sciences : Bachelor of Asian Studies, Major in East Asian Studies, Minor in East Asian Studies, Bachelor of Political Science, Major in Political Science, Minor in Political Science, Bachelor of Political Science and Philosophy, Bachelor of International Studies Social Sciences : Bachelor of Asian Studies, Major in East Asian Studies, Minor in East Asian Studies, Bachelor of Communication and Politics, Bachelor of Economics and Politics (dual track), Bachelor of Political Science, Major in Political Science, Minor in Political Science, Bachelor of Political Science and Philosophy, Bachelor of International Studies His scholarly focus centers on East Asian political systems with concentrated expertise in Chinese governance and regional security dynamics. Teaching responsibilities include POL3008 (East Asian Security) and POL3753 (China), reflecting his specialization in contemporary geopolitical challenges and political structures within East Asia. His interdisciplinary approach bridges area studies with core political science methodologies. No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. While specific advising relationships and grant activities were not enumerated, his course portfolio indicates active engagement in undergraduate mentorship within specialized political science tracks. No laboratory affiliations or research team memberships were specified in the institutional profile.

Alejandro González-MartínView profile

Professor

• Mathematics Education
• University Mathematics Teaching
• STEM Education
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Alejandro González-Martín is a Full Professor in the Department of Didactics at the Faculty of Education Sciences, University of Montreal. He holds significant administrative responsibilities including being responsible for bachelor's programs in secondary mathematics teaching since 2024, master's in secondary teaching since 2018, and the teaching qualification microprogram since 2015. He is actively involved in multiple research projects focusing on mathematics education in university settings. Dr. González-Martín earned his Baccalauréat in Mathematical Sciences (2000), Master's in Mathematics Didactics (2002), Advanced Studies Diploma in Mathematics Didactics (2003), and Doctorate in Mathematics Didactics with European Mention (2005), all from Universidad de La Laguna in Spain. His research focuses on university-level mathematics education, particularly calculus and analysis teaching, the role of mathematics in STEM fields (especially engineering), textbook analysis, institutional analysis of mathematics teaching at postsecondary levels, and teacher preparation. His work often employs praxeological analysis and examines how mathematical concepts like derivatives and integrals are used across disciplines. His publication record shows a strong focus on the intersection of mathematics education with engineering and physics contexts, particularly examining how calculus concepts are applied in mechanics and other STEM fields. Recent work emphasizes institutional analysis of mathematics teaching, comparative studies of teacher practices, and the relevance of advanced mathematics for teacher training. University of Montreal Teaching Excellence Award (2016) Faculty of Education Sciences Teaching Excellence Award (2011) New Professors Teaching Excellence Award (2009) Dr. González-Martín has supervised multiple graduate students to completion of their master's and doctoral degrees. His research is primarily funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). He serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Research in Undergraduate Mathematics Education since 2024 and sits on the editorial boards of several prominent mathematics education journals. He chaired the Fifth Conference of the International Network for Didactic Research in University Mathematics (INDRUM2024).

Marie-Hélène GuayView profile

Associate Professor

• Educational Leadership
• Action Research
• School Leadership Development
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Marie-Hélène Guay serves as Associate Professor and Department Director of the Department of Educational Management and Training within the Faculty of Education at Université de Sherbrooke. Her leadership extends to directing the graduate microprogram for school board general directors' professional integration, demonstrating her central role in Quebec's educational leadership development. Her educational foundation includes a Doctorate in Education (2004) and Master's in Education (1996) from Université du Québec à Montréal, a Bachelor's in Teaching (1993) from Université Laval, and Management Coaching Certification (2013) through Convivium and New Ventures West. Guay specializes in educational leadership development through action research methodologies, focusing on cultivating conscious professional action among school leaders. Her work examines epistemological foundations of educational research while developing practical frameworks for school general directors. She investigates mentoring systems, professional well-being in complex educational environments, and knowledge mobilization strategies for leadership consolidation. Her approach integrates theoretical rigor with practical application to transform school leadership practices across Quebec. Recent publications (2021-2025) reveal consistent focus on Quebec school leadership development, particularly through longitudinal action research with the Association des directions générales scolaires du Québec (ADGSQ). Her work demonstrates evolving methodology from framework development (2020-2022) to implementation support (2022-2025) and individual mentoring (2025-2028), with recurring themes of professional consciousness, organizational well-being, and context-specific leadership adaptation. Guay directs significant research initiatives including an 8-year ADGSQ partnership (2020-2028) defining school leadership frameworks, a 2025-2026 study on practitioner-researcher professional action, and previous projects on intervention response models (2015-2017) and pedagogical differentiation (2005-2008). Her funding sources include Québec's Ministry of Education and Université de Sherbrooke's pedagogical innovation funds, reflecting strong institutional support for her work on school leadership development and organizational transformation. She collaborates extensively with Brigitte Gagnon and other researchers across Quebec school boards, forming a dedicated team advancing educational leadership through practitioner-researcher partnerships. Their work directly impacts school board practices through implemented frameworks, professional development resources, and mentoring systems currently transforming leadership approaches in Quebec's educational system.

• Thermoregulation
• Aging
• Exercise Physiology
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Thomas Deshayes is a Researcher at the University of Sherbrooke's School of Kinesiology and Physical Activity Sciences and the Research Center on Aging (CIUSSS de l’Estrie – CHUS). His work focuses on thermoregulation, aging, and climate change health impacts, with particular emphasis on vulnerable older populations and heat stress physiology. His educational background includes a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Physical Activity Sciences from the Montreal Heart Institute (2025), a PhD (2022), Master's (2018), and Microprogram in Research Skills Enrichment (2022) from the University of Sherbrooke, and a Bachelor's in STAPS from the University of Maine (2016). Dr. Deshayes' research spans exercise physiology, thermoregulation, and climate-health intersections, investigating hydration, electrolyte balance, and heat acclimation in aging populations. His work develops practical interventions for climate adaptation, particularly for older adults with cardiovascular conditions. Recent publications reveal growing emphasis on sex differences in thermal responses, occupational heat stress solutions, and innovative cooling technologies. His scientific awards include: Relève Étoile FRQ-S Award (2025) International Early Career Physiologist Travel Award (2025) Top 10% Most-Viewed Paper in Experimental Physiology (2025) Water & Electrolyte Homeostasis Section Research Recognition Award (2024) Excellence Scholarship for Foreign Postdoctoral Fellows (2024) Over 20 additional distinctions including multiple best presentation awards and research fellowships Dr. Deshayes has secured significant research funding as principal investigator, including a $47.5K IRST project on caffeine's thermoregulatory effects (2025-2027) and $40K INSPQ grant for climate change training of kinesiologists (2024-2025). As co-investigator, he contributed to major awards including a $1.2M CIHR Project Grant (2025-2030) on physiological heat strain and $290K Heart and Stroke Foundation grant for cardiac rehabilitation in heat. He leads research within the Research Center on Aging and collaborates extensively with the Montreal Heart Institute and Daniel Gagnon's research group. His team focuses on developing evidence-based climate adaptation strategies through interdisciplinary approaches combining clinical physiology, public health, and community engagement.

• School improvement processes
• Qualitative education planning
• Education policies
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Martial Dembélé is a Full Professor at the University of Montreal's Faculty of Education Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Educational Administration and Foundations. His research focuses on education policies, teacher training systems, and educational development in developing nations, particularly in Francophone Africa. He holds leadership roles in the UNESCO Chair in Educational Policies and Teaching Profession and is a core member of the CRIFPE research center. Education: Specialized in comparative analysis of teacher training systems Affiliations: CRIFPE (Interuniversity Research Center on Teacher Training), UNESCO Chair in Educational Policies Teaching: Oversees programs like the Master's in Education (Administration of Education) and the Microprogram in Education Administration Research Interests include school improvement processes, qualitative education planning, and global South education systems. His work examines teacher workforce management, accountability frameworks, and international policy transfer mechanisms. Recent projects analyze teacher training reforms in Burkina Faso and Mali, while addressing teacher shortages in Quebec and Sahel regions. Grant Activities include leading a $1.2M strategic research cluster (CRIFPE) and a UNESCO-funded initiative on teaching professions in developing countries. He has secured funding from FRQSC and SSHRC for comparative studies on education governance and teacher professional development. Labs/Teams: CRIFPE's interdisciplinary network of 150+ researchers across Canada and international partners. Coordinates UNESCO-linked initiatives focused on teacher education in Francophone Africa.

Geneviève MartinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Clinical Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Sexual Violence
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Geneviève Martin is an Assistant Professor at Laval University's Department of Psychiatry and Neurosciences, Faculty of Medicine. Her research focuses on clinical and cognitive neuroscience, with expertise in sexual violence, paraphilias, intimacy, and mental health. She directs the certificate in sexual health and the microprogram in sexual violence at Laval University. Education: Postdoctoral training at Brandeis University (Dr. Raymond Knight's lab on sexual offending) Graduate studies in sexology and psychology Research Interests: Dr. Martin investigates relational and sexual functioning in sex offenders, emphasizing protective/risk factors, developmental antecedents, and paraphilic sexuality. She also studies sexual health in psychiatric populations to improve treatment integration. Her work highlights the complexity of intimacy in sexual offending and aims to equip clinicians with tools to address sexual dimensions in therapy. Publications & Research Trends: Recent works examine adolescent sexual self-concept, sexual misconduct in Quebec, and links between binge eating and sexual functioning. Her research bridges clinical practice with empirical analysis across criminology, psychology, and psychiatry. Labs & Collaborations: She leads the Laboratoire d'études sur le bien-être relationnel et sexuel at CERVO Research Center, collaborating with Canadian and U.S. researchers on sexual health and offending behaviors.

Carol CastroView profile

Professor

• Social Work
• Criminology
• Community Development
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Carol Castro is a Professor of Social Work at the University of Quebec in Abitibi-Temiscamingue (UQAT), serving as Director of the Master's Program in Social Work and Head of the 2nd cycle microprogram in criminology at the Rouyn-Noranda Campus. Her academic credentials include: Doctorate in Human Sciences from UQAT Master's degree in Social Work from Université Laval Dr. Castro's research spans critical interdisciplinary domains: Social Work Criminology Community Development Health and Social Services Territorial Development Cultural Diversity Immigration She maintains active research affiliations with: Desjardins Chair in Small Community Development (UQAT) Frontline University Institute in Health and Social Services (IUPLSSS) Centre for Research on Territorial Development (CRDT) Partnership Research Team on Cultural Diversity and Immigration in Quebec (ÉDIQ) No scientific awards were documented in the source materials. As academic director for both the Master's program and criminology microprogram, Dr. Castro oversees curriculum development and student supervision. Her research leadership is institutionalized through multiple university research centers focusing on community resilience, health service delivery, territorial planning, and immigrant integration. Current projects emphasize practical applications in Quebec's northern regions through these institutional partnerships.

Reinhard RauscherView profile

Professor

• Computer Science
• Digital Systems Design
• VLSI Design
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Prof. Dr. habil. Reinhard Rauscher is a retired professor at the Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with the Faculty of Management, Culture and Technology. He holds a Diplom in Informatics from the Christian-Albrechts-Universität Kiel (1982), a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Hamburg (1987), and a habilitation in Computer Science focusing on 'Design and Methodology of Application-Specific Digital Systems' (1998). His teaching responsibilities include courses such as Algorithms, Programming, and Databases. Research Interests: His work spans digital system design, VLSI architecture, CAD tools for hardware design, microprogramming optimization, and real-time image processing ASICs. Notable contributions include methodologies for microcode transformation verification, CAD systems for digital circuit design, and research on numerical stability in systolic arrays. Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed papers in conferences like EUROMICRO, CONPAR, and journals such as Microprocessing and Microprogramming. His research emphasizes practical applications of theoretical computer science in hardware-software co-design. Grants & Labs: Involved in projects like CAMILOD (correctness-proven hardware design), BOSSDIS (automated hardware description transformation), and collaborations on ASIC development for image processing and SCHEME coprocessors. His work integrates algorithmic theory with embedded system implementation challenges.

Miwako NitaniView profile

Associate Professor

• Bank lending
• Venture capital and Private Equity
• Crowdfunding
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Miwako Nitani is an Associate Professor and Co-Director of the Microprogram in Capital Markets at the Telfer School of Management , University of Ottawa. Her research focuses on entrepreneurial finance, venture capital, behavioral finance, and financial literacy, with policy-relevant contributions to SME lending and public policy evaluation. B.A. (Tokiwamatsu Women's College of Art) B.A. (Hon.) (Musashino Art University) M.B.A. (Sprott School of Business, Carleton University) Ph.D. (Sprott School of Business, Carleton University) Her research examines structural challenges in the Canadian venture capital sector, financial decision-making among entrepreneurs, and capital flow dynamics. She investigates how public policies can enhance SME financing and wealth maximization through studies on budgeting, gender disparities, and crowdfunding mechanisms. Nitani’s publications highlight trends in SME financing, equity crowdfunding, and behavioral finance. Key themes include loan performance analysis, financial literacy interventions, and policy scalability for small business support. Ian Telfer Teaching Fellowship Telfer Educational Excellence Fellowship She has secured over $275,000 in grants from SSHRC and Mitacs-JSPS for studies on SME financial decisions, public policy impacts, and entrepreneurial ecosystems. Nitani contributes to financial literacy initiatives at the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada and collaborates on policy reviews for federal institutions.

Ian GibsonView profile

Professor

• Electronics
• Sensors and Digital Hardware
• Artificial Intelligence
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Professor Ian Gibson is a distinguished faculty member at the University of New South Wales with over 30 years of experience as a computer scientist and engineer at executive level R&D management. He has led the research, development and global commercialisation of new technology across a broad range of electrical engineering, computer science and digital imaging. His educational background includes: BE (Hons) Electrical Engineering / BSc, University of NSW (1986) PhD Electrical Engineering, University of NSW (1991) Professor Gibson's research spans multiple cutting-edge fields in computer science and engineering. His primary interests include Electronics, Sensors and Digital Hardware, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Vision and Multimedia Computation, Software Engineering, and Distributed Computing and Systems Software . His work demonstrates a consistent focus on bridging theoretical concepts with practical applications, particularly in image processing and hardware design for specialized computational tasks. Analysis of Professor Gibson's publication record reveals a clear evolution from early foundational work in logic programming hardware (Prolog processors) to more recent innovations in image processing, computer vision, and data management systems. His research shows a strong emphasis on practical, commercially viable technologies with numerous patents and billion-unit scale deployments. While specific academic awards aren't listed in the available information, Professor Gibson's professional achievements are substantial: Technology shipped in over 1 billion units worldwide Secured over $200 million in research funding from various sources Generated hundreds of patents during his tenure at CiSRA Professor Gibson has held significant leadership positions that demonstrate his impact beyond pure research. As the founding CEO of Intersect Australia Ltd (2008-2015), he shaped research infrastructure services for the Australian academic community. Prior to this, as General Manager at CiSRA (Canon Inc's Australian R&D lab), he built research capability that delivered world-leading technology into Canon's major product groups.

Bruce D. ShriverView profile

Professor

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Computer Systems Organization
• +5 more

Bruce D. Shriver is a Professor-at-Large at the University of Tromsø (Norway) and Honorary Visiting Professor at the University of Hong Kong. He earned a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering and Mathematics from Cal State Polytechnic University (1963) and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from SUNY Buffalo (1971). Former Vice-President for Research at University of Louisiana at Lafayette (ULL) Research Staff Member and Department Group Manager at IBM’s T.J. Watson Research Center His research spans computer hardware/software systems, microprogramming, and systems organization. He has chaired 35+ international conferences and contributed to global accreditation initiatives. Scientific Awards : IEEE Fellow (1990) – for work in Computer Systems Organization and Microprogramming Richard E. Merwin Award (2002) – for service to the IEEE Computer Society and computing profession Shriver secured 20+ grants from NSF, ARO, and industry leaders like AT&T and TI, and mentored 18 Ph.D. students at ULL.

Joëlle Prud'hommeView profile

Assistant Clinical Professor

• Pediatric Occupational Therapy
• Child Development
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
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Joëlle Prud'homme is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Montreal within the School of Rehabilitation and Department of Occupational Therapy . A dedicated pediatric occupational therapist, her work focuses on early childhood neurodevelopment, nutritional challenges, and therapeutic interventions for cerebral palsy. Education: Bachelor of Health Sciences (2010), Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (2011), both from the University of Montreal; 2nd-cycle microprogram in university health sciences pedagogy at Université Laval (2019). Research interests include: Neurodevelopmental disorders in children aged 0-5 Nutritional problems in infants and young children Parental coaching and family-centered interventions Intensive therapy approaches for cerebral palsy Her recent publications highlight collaborations with interdisciplinary teams, focusing on developmental screening tools and outcomes for children with congenital heart disease. Clinical work at CHU Sainte-Justine involves mentoring, training program development, and clinical practice improvement.

• Orthopedics
• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Tissue Engineering
• +7 more

Eric RENAUD is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine of Université de Montréal. He is affiliated with the CIUSSS du Nord-de-l'Île-de-Montréal and Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur de Montréal. His clinical and research activities focus on orthopedic surgery, musculoskeletal disorders, and surgical rehabilitation. Teaching Teaches MMD-6241: Expertise in Health Sciences Practice as part of the 2nd cycle Microprogram in Health Sciences (245265). Specializes in clinical training and expert evaluation methodologies. Research Focus Expertise spans locomotor activity disorders, joint pathologies (arthritis/osteoporosis), connective tissue abnormalities, and innovative solutions in structural tissue engineering. Active in biomaterials development for musculoskeletal repair, trauma management, and prosthetic/orthotic applications. Professional Responsibilities Maintains dual clinical-academic role with affiliations at Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur. Engaged in teaching advanced clinical practices while contributing to translational research in orthopedic innovation.

Fabio MonetaView profile

Professor

• Asset Pricing
• Institutional Investors
• Empirical Asset Pricing
• +7 more

Fabio Moneta is a Full Professor and holds the RBC Financial Group Fellowship in Finance at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa. He also serves as Co-Director of the Microprogram Capital Markets and the Telfer Capital Fund. Additionally, he is a Senior Research Fellow at the Long-Term Investors think tank at Collegio Carlo Alberto (Università di Torino) and coordinates the Responsible Investing sub-cluster of the Centre for a Responsible Wealth Transition. Prior to joining Telfer, he was an Assistant Professor at Queen’s University and held visiting roles at Università di Pisa and Collegio Carlo Alberto. He holds a B.A. (Hon.) in Economics from the University of Pisa, an MSc in Finance from CORIPE Piemonte (Turin), and a Ph.D. in Finance from Boston College’s Carroll School of Management. His research focuses on asset pricing, institutional investors, mutual fund performance, commodities, and responsible investing. He has published in top journals like Management Science , Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis , and Energy Economics . His work has been funded by SSHRC, CSI Research Foundation, and others, totaling over $320,000 in grants since 2016. Recent projects include studies on government purchases’ macroeconomic effects and crowding in institutional investing. He has taught courses across undergraduate, MBA, and PhD levels, including empirical asset pricing, sustainable finance, and portfolio management. His research has been featured in Bloomberg , Financial Times , and Morningstar .

• Infectious Diseases
• Bacteriology
• Immunology
• +3 more

Matthieu Eveillard, PharmD, PhD, is a University Professor and Hospital Practitioner affiliated with the Faculty of Health at the University of Angers, specializing in Pharmaceutical Sciences. He works within the Bacteriology Laboratory of the Department of Biology of Infectious Agents at the University Hospital of Angers and collaborates with research teams including ATOMycA (Inserm U1302 INCIT) in Nantes and Angers. Doctorate/HDR in Medicine (University of Angers, 2011) University Doctorate in Cell Biology (University of Angers) PhD in Education (joint supervision University of Sherbrooke - UCO) Doctor of Pharmacy (Diploma of Specialized Studies in Medical Biology, Paris Sud University) Microprogram in higher education pedagogy (University of Sherbrooke, Canada) His research focuses on bacteriology, infectious disease epidemiology, and immunology. He investigates infection control strategies in clinical settings, particularly through qualitative studies on healthcare compliance and behavioral interventions in intensive care units. Current work includes immunology and new concepts in immunotherapy (INCIT team) and interdisciplinary research in education (LIRFE laboratory). Scientific contributions include peer-reviewed publications in journals like Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology . He serves on editorial boards of key publications including the Weekly Epidemiological Bulletin (2023), American Journal of Infection Control (2023), and Santé Publique France. His academic profile combines clinical practice, research in infectious agents, and leadership in educational innovation.