Dr. Maurice Ptito

Professor

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Biography

Maurice Ptito is a prominent professor at the University of Montreal's School of Optometry, specializing in Health and Medical Sciences. His research focuses on the development and plasticity of the visual system in both normal and brain-injured animals and humans. He employs various techniques including anatomy, electrophysiology, behavior, and brain imaging in his work. He has received multiple accolades, including the Ordre national du Québec in 2013 and the Sir John William Dawson Medal in 2001 from the Royal Society of Canada, recognizing his significant contributions to neuroscience and optometry. Ptito also leads several research projects aimed at understanding sensory compensation and neurodevelopmental outcomes related to cannabinoid exposure. His extensive teaching experiences include supervising graduate-level theses and running a research lab that utilizes advanced imaging techniques to reveal neuropharmacological mechanisms of sensory processing. He is affiliated with the Colonel Harland-Sanders Chair in Vision Sciences at the University of Montreal and is involved in various research units and collaborations focusing on visual neuroscience.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2001-01-01 — Present

University of Montreal, School of Optometry • Montreal

Leading research in visual neuroscience and teaching courses related to optics and neurobiology.

Awards

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Ordre national du Québec

2013-01-01
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Sir John William Dawson Medal

2001-01-01

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.