Dr. Robert Zatorre

Professor

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Biography

Robert Zatorre is a prominent researcher at the University of Montreal, specializing in auditory information processing in humans. His research encompasses various aspects including the structural and functional properties of the auditory cortex, hemispheric differences, and changes arising from sensory learning or loss. He utilizes functional and structural MRI, magnetoencephalography (MEG), and electroencephalography (EEG), as well as brain stimulation techniques and cognitive psychophysical measurements, to explore these topics. In 2006, Zatorre founded the Brain, Music, and Sound Research International Laboratory (BRAMS), which he co-directs; this unique multi-university consortium focuses on cognitive neuroscience of music with cutting-edge facilities. He has received several accolades for his work including the Annual Neural Plasticity Prize from the IPSEN Foundation in 2011, the Knowles Prize in Hearing Research from Northwestern University in 2013, and in 2017 was elected to the Royal Society of Canada for his contributions to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-09-01 — Present

University of Montreal • Montreal, QC, Canada

Conducting research and teaching within the Department of Neuroscience.

Awards

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Annual Neural Plasticity Prize

2011-01-01
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Knowles Prize in Hearing Research

2013-01-01
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Elected Member

2017-01-01

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.