Welcome to the Institut national de la recherche scientifique
Would you like to help solve society's major challenges through science?
Studying to develop knowledge. Through research.
Pursuing a master's or doctorate at INRS means becoming part of an elite group of young scientists, as reflected in our programs of study focused on current issues and our high-impact research projects.
Be part of the next generation of scientistsContribute to the future of society. Through research.
Companies, educational institutions and external organizations: the next major scientific discovery depends on all of us. At INRS, working together stimulates all our partners and allows them to shine, while advancing society as a whole.
Discover our key projectsJune 17, 2025
Awards and Distinctions
2025 Prix Planète: Daniel Cyr, for a distinguished career in environmental toxicologyThe 2025 Career Excellence in Research Award was presented to Professor Daniel Cyr.
June 17, 2025
Awards and Distinctions
PRIX PLANÈTE 2025 : Geneviève Bordeleau, a collaboration with Madagascar’s scientific communityJune 17, 2025
Awards and Distinctions
Prix Planète 2025 : Jinyang Liang, for the fastest camera in CanadaJune 13, 2025
Academic Life
Louis-César Pasquier appointed director of INRS’s Centre Eau Terre EnvironnementDiscover master's and doctoral study projects for which professors are actively recruiting students.
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