Dr. David Francoz

Professor

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Biography

David Francoz is a professor at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Université de Montréal. He specializes in bovine infectious diseases, focusing on Mycoplasma infections and respiratory illnesses in cattle. His research emphasizes the prudent use of antimicrobials and antibiotic resistance, contributing to the discourse on biosecurity in dairy farms. Additionally, he is involved in clinical activities, predominantly within the internal medicine service at the Farm Animal Hospital. He has supervised several graduate theses on antibiotic resistance prevalence on dairy farms and improved diagnostic strategies for infectious bronchopneumonia in calves. His accolades include the prestigious Alexandre Liautard International Prize awarded by the French Veterinary Academy for his book "Manual of Bovine Medicine" in 2014. He participates actively in research initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of milk production and implementing effective practices to combat antimicrobial resistance in veterinary medicine. His work includes collaborations with other researchers and institutions to develop tools for benchmarking antibiotic use in dairy herds, positively impacting overall animal health and welfare. Francoz's ongoing projects reflect his commitment to improving livestock health, sustainable farming, and veterinary education.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Université de Montréal • Montréal, QC

Teaching and researching at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, focusing on clinical veterinary science and infectious diseases.

Awards

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Alexandre Liautard International Prize

2014-01-01

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.