Dr. Stéphane Couture

Associate Professor

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Biography

Stéphane Couture is an Associate Professor at Université de Montréal, focusing on the social and political dimensions of digital media and the internet. He has initiated multiple research projects on free software, alternative media, and the politicization of technology. His work explores the intersection of community organizations and academia. Couture is involved in various research affiliations, including the Centre interuniversitaire de recherche sur la science et la technologie (CIRST) and the Laboratoire sur la communication et le numérique (LabCMO). He supervises graduate theses related to digital activism, social networks, and the ethical implications of data use. Additionally, he has a background in programming and project management across several industries, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of digital technologies and their social impact.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Université de Montréal • Montréal, QC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in communication and digital media.

Contract Researcher

2013-01-01 — 2014-07-01

Réseau Ritimo • N/A

Conducted research on digital media and technology.

Contract Researcher

2013-01-01 — 2013-10-01

Institut de recherche et d'informations socioéconomiques - IRIS • N/A

Worked on socioeconomic research projects.

Technological Director

2004-01-01 — 2004-07-01

Projet RécupAction • Managua, Nicaragua

Led technology initiatives in the project.

Web Project Manager

2002-10-01 — 2004-03-01

Alternatives • N/A

Managed web-related projects for the organization.

3D Software Programmer

2000-01-01 — 2001-12-01

Digits 'n Art Software • N/A

Developed 3D software solutions.

3D Software Programmer

1998-01-01 — 1998-10-01

Softimage • N/A

Worked on 3D software development.

Intern Programmer

1996-05-01 — 1996-08-01

Ministère des transports du Québec • N/A

Internship focusing on software development.

Requirements for Université de Montréal

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
MSc in Pharmacology or equivalent Research supervisor confirmation
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2/C1)
Specialization Notes

Department of Pharmacology and Physiology - Research intensive with options in Neuropharmacology and Pharmacogenomics.