Dr. Anne Noël Samaha

Professor

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Biography

Anne-Noël Samaha is a full professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at the Université de Montréal. She is a member of the Central Nervous System Research Group and has gained expertise in the neurobiology of addiction, particularly focusing on the motivation and behavioral aspects related to drug abuse. Her research investigates the neurobiological and psychological basis of substance dependence, specifically exploring the mesocorticolimbic system, reinforcement learning processes, and addiction models. Samaha earned her PhD in Psychology (Biopsychology) from the University of Michigan in 2004, subsequently completing postdoctoral training at the National Institute of Health and Medical Research in Paris, France, and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto, Canada. Her work has led to several funded research projects on modeling addiction and understanding the neurobiological underpinnings associated with drug-related behaviors.

Research Interests

Requirements for Université de Montréal

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
MSc in Pharmacology or equivalent Research supervisor confirmation
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2/C1)
Specialization Notes

Department of Pharmacology and Physiology - Research intensive with options in Neuropharmacology and Pharmacogenomics.