ITR - Team co-directors
Bradford James McFadyen
Expert in locomotor control and its adaptation to the environment in healthy persons and persons with impaired mobility. Interested in the development of clinical tools for mobility evaluation and treatment. Research tools include motion analyses, electrophysiology and virtual reality.
Université Laval
Pavillon Ferdinand-Vandry
1050, avenue de la Médecine
Québec, QC, Canada
G1V 0A6
418 529-9141 # 6584 CIRRIS
Philip Jackson
Neuropsychologist and researcher whose transdisciplinary research program aims to explore the cerebral basis of social cognition and the mental representation of others’ actions and pain.
Université Laval
École de Psychologie
Pavillon Félix-Antoine-Savard
2325, rue des Bibliothèques
Québec, QC, Canada
G1V 0A6
philip.jackson@psy.ulaval.ca
418 529-9141 # 6749 CIRRIS
418 663-5741 # 4797 CRIUSMQ
Team members
Alexandre Campeau-Lecours
Researcher and Engineer interested in the development of assistive technology for people living with a disability and for the elderly. Also interested in the integration of advanced technology (robotics, mechatronics, algorithms, sensors) for rehabilitation.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 656-2131 # 2569
alexandre.campeau-lecours@gmc.ulaval.ca
Site web: http://campeaulecours.gmc.ulaval.ca
Andréanne Blanchette
Physical Therapist interested by impairments and activity limitations after a central nervous system lesion. Also interested in the development of innovative approaches (assessment and treatment) for the rehabilitation of individuals with sensorimotor disorders.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel, H-1704
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418-529-9141 #6896
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Catherine Mercier
Occupational therapist focusing on interactions between pain and motor learning, as well as on strategies to promote optimal recovery when physical rehabilitation is performed in the context of pain.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 529-9141 # 6701
Charles Batcho
Regular researcher, he is interested in the development of interventions related to physical activity and the evaluation of their contribution towards the improvement of functional autonomy, social participation and quality of life of patients. He is also interested in the development and validation of rehabilitation measurement tools using modern psychometric approaches.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel, local H-1612
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
Téléphone: 1-418-529-9141 ext. 6914
Fax: 1-418-529-3548
Denis Laurendeau
Engineer interested in artificial 2D and 3D vision, robotics, tele-robotics, virtual reality, the intelligent environment and driving.
Université Laval
Pavillon Adrien-Pouliot, local 1114-N
Québec, Canada
G1V 0A6
418 656-2131 poste 2979
418 656-3594
Ernesto Morales
Assistant professor at the Department of rehabilitation at the Université Laval, with a background in architecture and industrial design in Mexico, and a PhD in Design at the University of Montreal, Dr. Morales is interested in improving and conceiving accessible design solutions in domestic, clinical and urban environments.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 529-9141 # 6030
François Bergeron
Audiologist, interested in the assessment of technological aids for deafness, including cochlear implants, and the assessment of hearing capacities.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 656-2131 # 12684
François Routhier
Researcher interested in urban design and universal design, technical aids, wheelchair skills required, as well as the social participation of people using assistive technology.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 529-9141 # 6256
Geoffrey Edwards
Holder of the Canada Research Chair in Cognitive Geomatics, Geoffrey Edwards works on the redesign of the relationship between the body and its environment by using methodologies that combine scientific and artistic elements. He works on immersive and interactive installations aiming public awareness to the issues of disability and handicap, on the development of clinical tools, and the development of smart environments (including smart clothing).
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 529-9141 # 6130
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
Téléphone: 418-529-9141
Hugo Massé-Alarie
His research themes focus on (i) motor control and the processing of sensory information of the trunk region in humans; (ii) the impact of low back pain and (iii) non-pharmacological (e.g. exercise, neurostimulation) and non-invasive procedures on motor control and sensory information integration of the trunk region.
Jason Bouffard
Trained as an occupational therapist, her research focuses on evaluating the effects of pain and fatigue on movements performed in an ecological context. It aims both to develop a fundamental understanding of the functioning of the sensorimotor system and to improve evaluation and intervention methods aimed at the prevention and rehabilitation of motor disabilities by taking into consideration the impacts of pain and tiredness.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
Téléphone: 418-529-9141
Jean-Sébastien Roy
Trained Physiotherapist, his research interests focus on the characterization of sensorimotor deficits observed following a musculoskeletal injury (using movement and electromyographic analysis systems, transcranial magnetic stimulation, dynamometer and self-administered questionnaires), as well as the evaluation of the effects of rehabilitation interventions focusing on sensorimotor reeducation.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel, local H-1710
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 529-9141 # 6005
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boul. Wilfrid-Hamel, Bureau H-1622
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
Téléphone : (418)953-5178
Jocelyne Kiss
Musician and researcher in VR \ AR \ MR devices aesthetics. Her research focuses on the study of face-to-face or remotely human interaction deficiencies, as well as on devices to compensate for them.
Katia Turcot
Researcher interested in three-dimensional (3D) movement analysis and biomechanics of the human body related to the musculoskeletal system. Specialized in gait, posture and functional movement analysis in individuals with functional limitations.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 529-9141 # 6007
Krista Best
Research interests include the development and evaluation of mobility and adapted physical activity programs, including familiarization and training to use assistive technologies, for individuals with disabilities.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
Téléphone: 418-529-9141
Laurent Bouyer
Neurophysiologist interested by human motor control and motor learning after CNS injury/disease or muskuloskeletal problems. Also interested in the development of new robotic devices and data processing software for rehabilitation.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
418 529-9141 # 6661
Luc J. Hébert
Dr Hébert completed his PT training and obtained a Master degree in biomedical sciences at the Montreal University, and a PhD in Experimental Medicine at l’Université Laval. His research work focuses on the explicative and predictive variables of neuro-musculo-skelettal conditions and the risk factors limiting physical performance with a strong interest for muscle function.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
bureau H-1702
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
Téléphone: 418-529-9141 poste 6579
Martin Simoneau
Researcher interested in understanding the mechanisms related to sensorimotor control and learning in healthy individuals or following central nervous system or musculoskeletal disease.
Université Laval
2300, rue de la Terrasse, local 00233
Québec (Québec) G1V 0A6
418 656-2131 # 7788
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
525, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel
Québec (Québec) G1M 2S8
Téléphone: 418-529-9141
Maxime Robert
Professor Robert is interested in motor learning and control in children with cerebral palsy, and identifying neurological biomarkers that predict motor function in children's upper limbs.
Mir-Abolfazl Mostafavi
Researcher in geomatics, Mir Mostafavi is interested in geographic information systems, modelization and spatial representation of 2D and 3D environments, in amplified and virtual geospatial reality and their applications, the quality of spatial data, as well as the semantics and ontological interoperability of spatial information.
Université Laval
Pavillon Louis-Jacques-Casault, local 1342
Québec (Québec) G1V 0A6
418 656-2131 # 2750
418 656-7411
Université Laval
Département de génie mécanique
Pavillon Adrien-Pouliot
1065 Avenue de la médecine
Québec, Québec G1V 0A6 Canada
tél. : +1-418-656-2131 poste 7727
Philippe Cardou
Researcher in robotics and mechanical design particularly interested in the design of cable robots allowing the patient to feel the physical contacts in a virtual environment.
Département de kinésiologie-EPS
Pavillon Éduc. phys. et sports
2300, rue de la Terrasse
Local 002152
Québec G1V 0A6
418 656-2131 , poste 405604
Philippe Corbeil
A mechanical engineer by training, his research interests focus on the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders in trades exposed to physical constraints.
Philippe Fait
Sport therapist pursuing research into residual functional alterations in individuals with mild traumatic brain injury and neuroplasticity of the human brain.
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
4458 Pavillon Albert-Tessier
Trois-Rivières (QC) Canada. G9A 5H7
819-376-5011 poste 3768
Simon Beaulieu-Bonneau
His research interests include neuropsychology assessment, intervention and knowledge mobilization in rehabilitation, particularly with adult clients who have suffered a brain injury or stroke. He also has expertise in the field of sleep disorders, especially insomnia, and geriatric neuropsychology.
Université Laval
Pavillon Félix-Antoine-Savard Local 1514
Québec (Québec)
418 656-2131, poste 411424
Valérie Poulin
Occupational therapist interested in the rehabilitation and social integration support of people with cognitive disabilities, teaching their significant others, knowledge transfer and implementation of best practices in cognitive rehabilitation following a stroke, cerebral or brain injury.
Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Département d'ergothérapie
Case postale 500
3351 Boul. des Forges
Trois-Rivières (QC) G9A 5H7
(819) 376-5011 # 3758
Véronique Flamand
Occupational therapist whose work focuses on upper extremity rehabilitation interventions for individuals having sustained brain damage, such as youth with cerebral palsy. Some of her work aims at unveiling the neurophysiological correlates of the development of human motor control.
CIRRIS-IRDPQ
2975 chemin Saint-Louis, local C-313
Québec, Qc, Canada, G1W 1P9
418-529-9141 #4548