Dr. Nathalie Rivard

Professor

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Biography

Nathalie Rivard is a Professor at the University of Sherbrooke, specializing in Immunology and Cellular Biology. She holds a PhD in Biology from the same university and completed her postdoctoral studies at CNRS in Nice, France. Her academic career began in 1997 and has included significant leadership roles, such as Vice-Dean of Graduate Studies and Research Innovation. Rivard has received multiple awards for her contributions to research excellence and graduate student training, including the RECMUS Prize and the Etienne-LeBel Award. She is actively involved in research focusing on colorectal cancer and its inflammatory signaling mechanisms, holding a Canada Research Chair in this area. Her work has garnered substantial funding from CIHR and other institutions, highlighting her impact in the field of gastroenterology and cancer research. In addition, she serves on the editorial board of the journal 'Cancers'.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1997-01-01 — Present

University of Sherbrooke • Quebec, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in Immunology and Cellular Biology.

Vice-Dean of Graduate Studies and Research Innovation

2017-01-01 — 2025-01-01

University of Sherbrooke • Quebec, Canada

Oversaw graduate programs and research initiatives.

Awards

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RECMUS Prize

2016-01-01
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Etienne-LeBel Award

2015-01-01
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Fellow

2014-01-01
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Research Excellence Award

2013-01-01
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Pierre-et-Danielle-Bourgaux Prize

2006-01-01
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Young Investigator Award

2006-01-01

Requirements for University of Sherbrooke

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related scientific field.
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee (approx. CAD 101 for graduates)
  • Official university transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation / Statement of Interest
  • Letters of recommendation (typically 2-3)
  • Birth certificate copy
Specialization Notes

The University of Sherbrooke is primarily a French-language institution; functional French (B2/C1 level) is typically required for most programs unless specified for research-based paths.