Dr. Julie Laplante

Professor

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Biography

Julie Laplante is a Full Professor at the University of Ottawa. Her research primarily focuses on medical anthropology, exploring the relationship between healing practices and the environments in which they occur. Her work spans diverse contexts including the Brazilian Amazon, the Indian Ocean, and various locations in North and South America. She has produced an anthropological film titled 'Jamu Stories' and authored several notable publications, including 'Pouvoir guérir' and 'Healing Roots.' Laplante has also co-edited special issues and contributed to a variety of academic works examining the intersections of plant life and anthropological concepts. She currently directs a research group named Planthropolab, which seeks to deepen the understanding of the connections between plants and anthropological inquiry. Laplante supervises several doctoral candidates, contributing significantly to academic mentorship in her field.

Research Interests

Courses

ANT6503 - Questions Around the Notion of 'Culture' in Anthropology ANT6103 - 'Culture' Question Anthropology ANT6550 - Research Problematic in Anthropology ANT5541 - Research Methodology in Anthropology ANT3133 - Medical Anthropology ANT8500 - Doctoral Seminar

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History