Dr. Alexandre Thibodeau

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alexandre Thibodeau is a veterinary professor at the University of Montreal, focusing on food pathogens, their colonization in farm animals, and their spread to the human population. His research involves characterizing mechanisms that allow food pathogens to reach humans and studying the evolution of these bacteria within other bacterial populations. He investigates how other bacteria can influence their presence and how the composition of the microbiota reacts when animal husbandry conditions change, such as modifying feed with essential oils, organic acids, or probiotics. Thibodeau has received several accolades, including grants from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council and various fellowships for his contributions to veterinary medicine and microbiology. He is also involved in supervising graduate thesis research in the field of veterinary sciences, offering his expertise on pathogen interactions and microbiological safety in animal production.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-03-26 — Present

University of Montreal • Montréal, Canada

Conducting research and teaching in the Veterinary Faculty focusing on food pathogens and their interactions.

Awards

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MITACS Acceleration

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Bourse de la cité de la biotechnologie

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2nd Prize for Best Presentation

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Conference Grant

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Excellence in Doctorate

Requirements for University of Montreal

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2 level)
  • CV/Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
Specialization Notes

Most programs require French B2 level; specific departments may require C1 or C2.