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Ugo Gilbert Tremblay is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Montreal, specializing in the intersection of criminal law, philosophy, and neuroscience. His research explores how neuroscience impacts legal concepts of criminal responsibility and free will. He holds a PhD in Law and Philosophy from Université de Montréal and the University of Geneva, and a Master’s in Philosophy from Université de Montréal. His work bridges legal theory with scientific insights, addressing contemporary issues like hate speech regulation and AI’s societal impacts.
Education:
- Bachelor’s (Integrated) in Philosophy and Political Science, Université Laval
- Master’s in Philosophy, Université de Montréal
- PhD in Law and Philosophy (cotutelle), Université de Montréal & University of Geneva
- Legal Certification, Université de Montréal
Research Interests: Criminal Law, Penology, Freedom and Responsibility in Legal Contexts, Neurosciences and Law, Hate Speech Regulation, Digital Rights, and the Ethical Implications of Emerging Technologies. His current projects include analyzing the legal boundaries of hate speech in the digital age and the role of neuroscience in revising criminal accountability frameworks.
Grants & Awards:
- FQRSC Grant (2023–2025): 'Le discours haineux comme enjeu de santé publique'
- FQRSC Chair (2024–2027): France-Québec Research Chair on Contemporary Challenges of Freedom of Expression
- Winner of Canada’s Best Thesis in Social Sciences & Humanities (2021)
Teaching: Courses include Penal Law 2 and Advanced Legal Theories. He emphasizes intellectual humility and critical thinking, encouraging students to engage with unresolved legal dilemmas.
Labs/Teams: Co-researcher at the France-Québec Research Chair on Freedom of Expression. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations exploring neuro-law and digital jurisprudence.
