Dr. Catherine Martel

Professor

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Biography

Catherine Martel obtained her PhD in 2009 from the Université de Montréal and pursued her postdoctoral training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York, followed by research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, where she was awarded the Junior Investigator Award from the American Heart Association (ATVB). Her research focuses on the role of lymphatic vessels in atherosclerosis, particularly in understanding how macrophages contribute to cholesterol accumulation in arterial walls and the immune response. Her clinical studies aim to devise strategies for preventing atherosclerosis by enhancing the removal of cholesterol from atherosclerotic blood vessel walls. Recent collaborations have identified the lymphatic system as a key player in modulating cholesterol removal from arterial walls. Her overarching research goal is to develop novel therapies targeting atherosclerosis through a comprehensive understanding of lymphatic function.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

Montreal Heart Institute • Montréal, QC

Leading research on lymphatic function in cardiovascular diseases.

Awards

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Outstanding Scientist Under 45 Years Old

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New Investigator Award

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Discovery Award

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Doctoral Research Award

Courses

Molecular Medicine Cardiovascular Pathology

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.