Dr. Marie Julie Favé

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Marie-Julie Favé is a researcher specializing in computational genomics and human medical genetics. Her research focuses on understanding the origins and development of human diseases through the lens of population genetics and evolutionary biology. Utilizing large biobanks and data science techniques, she explores how lifestyle and environmental changes have contributed to the rise of modern chronic illnesses. With a strong interest in artificial intelligence, she employs computational methods to gather insights on health risks associated with chronic diseases. Dr. Favé’s academic background includes significant positions at Université de Montréal and the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research. She obtained her Ph.D. from McGill University and has co-authored several publications, addressing critical topics in genetic epidemiology and health. She teaches various courses at Concordia University, including Structural Genomics and Molecular General Genetics, while actively supervising Master’s and Ph.D. students in Biology.

Research Interests

Experience

Post-doc

— Present

Ontario Institute for Cancer Research • Canada

Post-doctoral research in genetics focusing on cancer studies.

Researcher

— Present

Université de Montréal • Montreal, QC

Research in computational genomics and health.

Requirements for Concordia University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in cinematic arts or equivalent proficiency
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose (500 words)
  • CV/Resume and Filmography
  • Three letters of reference
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  • Research-Creation Thesis Proposal
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema; focuses on cinematic arts practice and research-creation.