Dr. Karine Bédard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Karine Bédard is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology and Cell Biology at the University of Montreal. She specializes in Molecular Pathology and Human Genetics, focusing on somatic mutation analysis associated with targeted therapy in oncology. Her research includes developing molecular diagnostic tests in clinical genetics and cytogenetics. Bédard has delivered various invited lectures on topics such as circulating tumor DNA and the impact of biomarkers in lung cancer. She is recognized for her contributions, having received a Molecular Genetics Certification from the Canadian College of Medical Geneticists in 2016 and being honored on the Dean's List for her Doctorate in Biochemistry in 2012 at the University of Montreal. Her work addresses the intricate relationships between genetic testing and cancer treatment, enhancing the understanding of molecular genetics and its applications in healthcare.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Montreal • Montreal, QC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the areas of Molecular Pathology and Genetics.

Awards

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Molecular Genetics Certification

2016-01-01
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Dean's List

2012-01-01

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.