Dr Jaques Hébert a globally recognized leader in his field, began his research in immunology at the Center for Medical Research at the University of Pennsylvania.

In 1976, he became a research associate at Laval University and later became head of the immunology and allergy clinic at CHUL.

Since then, he has held a number of positions, most notably those of professor at Laval University, senior researcher and co-director of the CHUL Center for Rheumatology and Immunology Research.

Director of the Center for Applied Research in Allergy of Quebec. Director of the Center for Applied Research in Allergy of Quebec, he sits on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Society of Allergy and Immunology. He was a member of the steering committee, and president in 2003, of the Canadian Society for rare blood disorders.

A prolific speaker, Dr. Hébert has participated in more than 50 national and international conferences around the world.

Notable contributions include:

  • President of a working conference in Los Angeles.
  • Co-Chair Cold Clinics symposium in Toronto.
  • President of a symposium on molecular biology.
  • Attendee for the Canadian Allergy Advisory Committee in New York, New Orleans, San Francisco, Washington and Orlando.

He continues to contribute by seeking and sharing his knowledge.