Vincent DENAULT

Prof. Vincent Denault is an Assistant Professor at the University of Montreal’s School of Criminology, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Communication (2020) and a Master of Laws (2015). His research focuses on witness credibility, deception detection, and nonverbal communication in legal contexts. He co-founded the Center for Studies in Nonverbal Communication Sciences and the Deception Research Society. Beyond academia, he works as a lawyer, coroner, and scientific consultant.

Education:

• Bachelor of Law (2007), University of Quebec at Montreal
• Master of Laws (2015), University of Quebec at Montreal
• Ph.D. in Communication (2020), University of Montreal

Research Interests: Denault’s work critiques pseudoscientific practices in deception detection, emphasizing empirical approaches. He explores courtroom dynamics, child testimony, and the role of nonverbal cues in legal decision-making, advocating for evidence-based practices.

Articles Trends: Recent work addresses virtual trials, automatic lie detection, and cross-cultural judicial practices. He frequently collaborates with institutions like McGill University and the University of California, Santa Barbara.

Awards: 2019 Excellence in Teaching Award (University of Montreal).

Grants & Advising: While no grants are explicitly listed, his roles as a postdoctoral researcher and consultant highlight external funding potential. He advises on legal cases and forensic methodologies.

Labs/Teams: Director of the Human Behavior and Justice Research Lab, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to improve judicial systems.