Dr. Xavier Banquy

Professor

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Biography

Xavier Banquy is a full professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, holding a tier 2 Canada Research Chair in bio-inspired biomaterials. His research focuses on developing innovative biomaterials for treating joint pathologies and central nervous system diseases. Banquy's team is engaged in the field of nanomedicine, working on new technologies to enhance the therapeutic effectiveness of drugs. His lab operates at the intersection of materials chemistry, biomedical nanotechnology, and pharmaceutical sciences, comprising researchers from various backgrounds including engineering, physics, chemistry, and biomedical sciences. Banquy's contributions to the field have been recognized through multiple awards, including the Otis Williams Postdoctoral Fellowship and a tier 2 Canada Research Chair from 2013-2018, with a renewal in 2018. He has trained numerous graduate students and has an extensive portfolio of research projects funded by various institutions, focusing on the development of bioadhesive polymers, lubricating polymers for osteoarthritis treatment, and nanoparticle characterization. Banquy is also involved in several research initiatives aimed at understanding molecular interactions and the therapeutic applications of nanoparticles in various biomedical contexts.

Research Interests

Awards

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Otis Williams Postdoctoral Fellowship

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Tier 2 Canada Research Chair

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Tier 2 Canada Research Chair Renewal

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.