Retired researchers

Geoffreyjen Edwards, Ph.D.

Retired Professor, Faculty of Forestry, Geography, and Geomatics, Department of Geomatics Sciences / Laval University

Trained as an astrophysicist, throughout his career he has been interested in the design and development of smart environments adapted for people with disabilities, smart clothing, the creation of immersive and interactive installations, and the development of a theoretical perspective on disability and human functioning.

Denis Laurendeau, Ph.D.

Retired Professor, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering / Laval University

Trained as a physics engineer, his research interests focused on 2D and 3D image analysis, virtual and augmented reality, and the application of computer vision to industry and healthcare.

Hélène Moffet, PT, PhD

Retired Professor, Faculty of Medicine, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Physiotherapy Program / Laval University

Specializing in clinical trials and the assessment of physical functions and human movement, she has focused her research on improving the quality and accessibility of rehabilitation services by evaluating the effectiveness of new interventions and approaches, particularly home-based telerehabilitation. She has studied various populations throughout her career, such as people with musculoskeletal disorders, urinary dysfunction, or physical disabilities resulting from cancer.

Julie Ruel, Ph.D.

Retired professor, Faculty of Education, Department of Education / Université du Québec en Outaouais

Her research focused on the social uses of literacy, including access to information in various contexts: health, public services, cities, and financial institutions. She explored how communities and services can better serve populations at risk of exclusion. Her research focused on inclusion and greater citizen participation. She was also interested in transitions, particularly educational transitions for students with special needs or at risk.

Myreille St-Onge, psychologist, Ph.D.

Retired Professor, Faculty of Social Sciences, School of Social Work and Criminology / Laval University

A psychologist by training, she has studied the effects of peer support on the social participation of people with motor disabilities or mental health disorders. She has also taken an interest in supporting the education of young people with disabilities. She has been actively involved in developing support groups for people who hear disturbing voices.

Audette Sylvestre, speech therapist, Ph.D.

Retired Professor, Faculty of Medicine, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Speech-Language Pathology Program / Laval University

Trained as a speech-language pathologist, she has taken a particular interest in the personal, family, and environmental determinants of language development in young children in general and those growing up in socially vulnerable situations (e.g., economic poverty, parental neglect).