Dr. Pierre Luc Chagnon

Associate Professor

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Biography

Pierre-Luc Chagnon is an Associate Professor at the University of Montreal in the Department of Biological Sciences. His research focuses on plant-microorganism interactions and their impact on terrestrial ecosystem functioning. His lab employs a variety of observational and experimental approaches to test fundamental and applied hypotheses in plant and microbial ecology. Notably, Chagnon's research aims to understand how the traits of microorganisms can predict their potential utility in various phytotechnologies, including the phytoremediation of polluted soils, green roofs, and riverbank restoration.

Research Interests

Mycorrhizal Fungi Symbiosis Functional Ecology Phytotechnology Ecological Networks Bioinformatics Ecological Restoration Life History Strategies Agroecosystems Carbon Storage Soil Ecology Community Assembly Microbial Ecology Mycorrhizal Symbiosis Plants Plant-Soil Interactions Community Ecology Interaction Networks Behavioural Ecology

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.