Ph.D. Student
Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal, Canada
Corentin Duquesne, MSc
Exercise Physiologist & PhD Student
ÉPIC Centre, Université de Montréal / Dr. Louis Bherer’s Laboratory
Corentin Duquesne is a PhD student in Biomedical Sciences at the Université de Montréal, where he investigates the links between aerobic fitness, cerebrovascular health, and cognitive function in patients with heart failure. As a core member of the ReCardio project, he coordinates longitudinal clinical evaluations, employing transcranial Doppler ultrasound and cardiopulmonary exercise testing to assess how physical activity impacts brain and heart health. His research has revealed that peak aerobic capacity strongly predicts cerebrovascular stiffness and cognitive performance, offering new avenues for tailored rehabilitation programs.
His findings have been presented at key conferences, including the Québec Association for Physical Activity Sciences (AQSAP), the Cerebrovascular Research Network, and the Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal’s Research Day. He will also present at the 2025 Canadian Cardiovascular Congress.
Beyond research, Corentin is an active mentor, supervising graduate students in kinesiology and biomedical sciences, and a passionate science communicator, engaging in public outreach to make research accessible. His clinical background in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, combined with his leadership in organizing large-scale events like the 6th Amiens Sport and Disability Day (winner of a national student engagement award), underscores his commitment to bridging science and community health.