Dr. Thérèse Leroux

Biography

Thérèse Leroux is a Full Professor at the Université de Montréal’s Centre de recherche en droit public (CRDP). She has extensively contributed to the field of health law and bioethics, applying a multidisciplinary approach that includes her background in biology and medical biochemistry. Professor Leroux has previously held significant roles, including serving as director of the ethics committee at the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Her research interests address critical ethical and legal questions surrounding the testing of new medications on human subjects, organ transplants, and the protection of public health in relation to biotechnology. Additionally, she engages in examining the implications of environmental genomics and the societal responsibilities associated with it. Over the years, her work has shed light on themes like genomic rights, individual rights in the face of public health needs, and the regulatory landscape concerning biotechnology. Thérèse is also an active participant in international bioethics work with UNESCO, further showcasing her commitment to the ethical dimensions in health and law domains.

Research Interests