Dr. Paul Charette

Professor

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Biography

Paul G. Charette is a Professor at the Université de Sherbrooke, specializing in biophotonics, biosensors, plasmonics, and nanophotonics. He has a well-established academic background, having earned his PhD in Biomedical Engineering from McGill University and completing postdoctoral fellowships at prestigious institutions including the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Auckland. Since 2002, he has been a key member of the faculty at the Université de Sherbrooke. In addition to his academic role, he has held the position of Vice President of Research and Development at Life F/X Networks. Charette has received numerous awards for his contributions to technology innovation and research excellence, including multiple Jacques Bazinet Merit Awards from his university and recognition from NSERC for his innovation efforts. He has published extensively in his field and actively contributes to the scientific community through various funded research projects focused on the development of advanced diagnostic and photonic technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2002-01-01 — Present

Université de Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke, QC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in the field of biophotonics and related areas.

VP of R&D

2018-01-01 — 2022-01-01

Life F/X Networks • Los Angeles, CA, United States

Oversaw research and development initiatives to innovate and enhance product offerings.

Software Engineer

1985-01-01 — 1988-01-01

MATROX Electronic Systems • Montréal, QC, Canada

Developed software solutions for electronic systems.

Awards

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Jacques Bazinet Merit Award

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Synergy Award for Innovation

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Technological Innovation Award

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Jacques Bazinet Merit Award

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Jacques Bazinet Merit Award

Patents

Wave Guide Sensor

US12038605B2

A novel sensor design utilizing waveguide technology.

Low Loss Directional Coupling for High Refractive Index Integrated Photonic Circuits

US8787712B2

Innovative coupling design for optical circuits.

Integrated Shear-Vertical Surface Acoustic Wave and Surface Plasmon Resonance Sensing Device and Method

US8508742B2

A device and method for integrated optical sensing.

Courses

GEL412 - Digital Signal Processing GEN211 - Mathematics of Continuous-Time Signals

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.