Nanomedicines: what is the fate of nanoparticles in the body?
Description
This multidisciplinary project is at the interface of pharmaceutical sciences, nanotechnology and biology.
The project will study the fate of nanomedicines in the body. By studying how technologies similar to those that have allowed the development of mRNA vaccines, we aim to better understand how nanomedicines interact with living organisms. This knowledge will allow to design new drugs that are better and safer.
Research Field
- Pharmaceutical sciences
- Nanomedicine
- Biochemistry
- Toxicology
- Immunology
- Nanotechnology
- Biotechnology
- Nanoparticles
- Polymers
- Liposomes
Research Supervisor
Nicolas Bertrand
Research Environment
CHU de Quebec - Université Laval Research Center
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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study
Doctorate in Pharmacy Science
Program descriptionFinancial Aid Available*
Financial Aid Related to Research Project
$22000 per year for 2 years.
Funding as a fellowship. The student will be supported to apply for nominative funding from internal and external funding agencies (FRQ, CIHR, NSERC).
Program-Specific Financial Aid
Graduate Studies Awards
| Milestone |
Amount |
| Scholarship for the submission of the collaboration plan |
$750 |
| Scholarship for the renewal of the collaboration plan I |
$400 |
| Scholarship for the renewal of the collaboration plan II |
$400 |
| Involvement and leadership scholarship |
$500 |
| Scientific communication scholarship |
$1,000 |
| Publication scholarship I |
$1,000 |
| Publication scholarship II |
$1,500 |
| Publication scholarship III |
$750 |
| Succesful completion of the doctoral seminar |
$750 |
| Initial thesis submission |
$2,000 |
| Dissertation defense and final submission |
$1,500 |
| Total |
$12,250 |
Université Laval: Student Financial Aid
Supplemental Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship Program: Entitles international students to pay Canadian student tuition fees, for overall savings of around $45,000.
* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly. Master's Degree in Pharmacy Science with thesis
Program descriptionFinancial Aid Available*
Financial Aid Related to Research Project
$20000 per year for 2 years.
Funding as a fellowship. The student will be supported to apply for nominative funding from internal and external funding agencies (FRQ, CIHR, NSERC).
Program-Specific Financial Aid
Graduate Studies Awards
| Milestone |
Amount |
| Scholarship for the submission of the collaboration plan |
$250 |
| Succesful completion of the master seminar by the 4th semester |
$1,000 |
| Scientific communication scholarship |
$1,000 |
| First publication scholarship |
$1,000 |
| Total |
$3,250 |
Université Laval: Student Financial Aid
* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.
Desired Profile
- Medecine
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Biomedical Science
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
Requirements and Conditions
- Multidisciplinary projet - this training opportunity is open to candidate with a plurality of profiles.
- Motivation and the will to learn will be the main criteria for selection.
- This project involves studies in mammal cells and in animal models.
Required Documentation
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript
The motivation letter will have to detail how the training program will advance the candidate toward their professional objectives.
Find Out More
Nicolas Bertrand
Professeur adjoint
Faculté de pharmacie
nicolas.bertrand@pha.ulaval.ca