Dr. Sylvie Girard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Sylvie Girard obtained her PhD in immunology from the University of Sherbrooke, focusing on perinatal inflammatory processes and their impacts on neonatal brain development. She continued her studies at the University of Manchester and Yale University, gaining expertise in reproductive immunology. Since joining the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Montreal in 2014, her research has centered on inflammatory mechanisms at the maternal-fetal interface, both in human subjects and animal models, and their effects on newborn development. Dr. Girard has been accredited in the Department of Microbiology, Infectiology and Immunology since 2015. Her lab investigates pregnancy complications, such as preeclampsia and fetal growth restrictions, emphasizing the role of inflammation in these conditions. Her research aims to elucidate the links between prenatal inflammation, placental dysfunction, and pathological pregnancies to develop innovative diagnostic and therapeutic strategies aimed at protecting newborns.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Montreal • Montreal, QC

Joined the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, focusing on maternal-fetal interface inflammation and related pregnancy complications.

Awards

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Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

2013-01-01
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Y.W. Charlie Loke Award for Young Researchers

2013-01-01
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Career Development Award

2013-01-01
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Investing Success Grant

2012-01-01
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Researcher Training Award

2012-01-01
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Thesis of the Year (Health Sciences)

2011-01-01

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.