Dr. Yves Brun

Professor

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Biography

Yves Brun, professor at the Department of Microbiology, Infectiology and Immunology at the Université de Montréal, holds the Canada 150 Research Chair in Bacterial Cell Biology. An internationally recognized researcher, Brun has published over 130 articles in prestigious journals such as Cell, Science, and Nature. His research focuses on the regulation of bacterial cell division, cellular development, and differentiation, as well as protein localization. Brun's work on bacterial growth mechanisms and adhesion to surfaces provides new insights into combating antibiotic resistance. His leading expertise and multidisciplinary approach position him as a natural leader and catalyst for research at the Faculty of Medicine and the Université de Montréal.

Research Interests

Microbiology Cellular Division Cellular Differentiation Bacterial Infections Antibiotics Resistance

Experience

Professor

— Present

Université de Montréal • Montréal, QC, Canada

Holds the Canada 150 Research Chair in Bacterial Cell Biology.

Awards

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National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development Award

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Teaching Excellence Recognition Award

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American Society for Microbiology Academic Scientific Achievement Award

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Fulbright Research Scholar Award

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Distinguished Professor

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Fellow, Academy of Canadian Medical Sciences

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Fellow, Royal Society of Canada

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.