Dr. May Faraj

Professor

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Biography

Dr. May Faraj is a distinguished professor at the University of Montreal in the Faculty of Medicine, specializing in the Department of Nutrition. Her research focuses on obesity, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes, investigating the mechanisms leading to cardiometabolic diseases in humans. Dr. Faraj's clinical and fundamental studies examine the roles of atherogenic lipoproteins and dysfunctional adipose tissue. She also explores various nutritional interventions to potentially reverse early cardiometabolic anomalies, contributing to the prevention of type 2 diabetes, particularly in obese patients. Current clinical trials include examining the effects of omega-3 fatty acid supplementation on diabetes risk factors in older adults. Dr. Faraj's work has led to significant understanding in the field, supported by funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. As an adjunct professor at McGill University, she also engages in teaching and supervision of both master's and doctoral students in the area of nutrition and metabolic health.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of Montreal • Montreal, QC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the field of nutrition and metabolism.

Courses

NUT-6027 – Obesity and Cardiometabolic Diseases

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.