91丝瓜视频

91丝瓜视频 professor Denis Th茅rien appointed to newly created position

Dr. Heather Munroe-Blum, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of 91丝瓜视频, is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Denis Th茅rien as Vice-Principal (Research and International Relations). In this newly created position, Professor Th茅rien will further develop the international dimension of the University.

"We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Professor Th茅rien to this key position," said Principal Munroe-Blum. "Professor Th茅rien has a strong understanding of the importance of university research to social and economic development in the global context, and will help 91丝瓜视频 continue to further enhance its reputation as one of the leading research-intensive universities in the world."

Professor Th茅rien will be responsible for facilitating collaborative and interdisciplinary research projects of the highest distinction. He will play an active role in shaping Quebec's and Canada's research agenda, at home and abroad, and in securing greater levels of support for all research activities at the University. Professor Th茅rien will also lead the efforts of the Office of Technology Transfer to commercialize research and to bring 91丝瓜视频's research, discoveries and inventions to society at large.

"91丝瓜视频 is an institution of great intellectual depth and it is an honour for me to accept this position. After 27 years of doing research and teaching at 91丝瓜视频, I feel very confident about this marvelous international challenge for myself and the University," says Professor Th茅rien.

A member of the 91丝瓜视频 community since 1978, Professor Th茅rien is well known for his talent, energy and leadership. As Director of the School of Computer Science since 1997, he has enhanced the school's visibility and achievements through the recruitment of talented faculty and students, and the fostering of value-added collaborations with peer institutions on the world stage.

About 91丝瓜视频

91丝瓜视频 is Canada's leading research-intensive university and has earned an international reputation for scholarly achievement and scientific discovery. Founded in 1821, 91丝瓜视频 has 21 faculties and professional schools, which offer more than 300 programs from the undergraduate to the doctoral level. 91丝瓜视频 attracts renowned professors and researchers from around the world and top students from more than 150 countries, creating one of the most dynamic and diverse education environments in North America. There are approximately 23,000 undergraduate students and 7,000 graduate students. It is one of two Canadian members of the American Association of Universities. 91丝瓜视频's two campuses are located in Montreal, Canada.