INRS, a Unique Academic Institution

INRS is made up of four thematic and interdisciplinary research and training centres in Quebec City, Montreal, Laval, and Varennes: Armand-Frappier Santé Biotechnologie; Eau Terre Environnement; Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications; and Urbanisation Culture Société.

Founded in 1969 by the Quebec government to help develop Quebec society through research and graduate training, INRS serves society through its discoveries and training of highly skilled researchers capable of scientific, social, and technological innovation. Learn about the events that have marked our history (in French only).

Nearly 150 professors include master’s and PhD students on their teams to help conduct basic and applied research in areas of strategic importance for society.  Check out available master’s and PhD programs (in French only).

INRS has been ranked number one for research intensity for nearly a decade thanks to the expertise of its professors and the excellence of its students. And it continues to innovate, with collaborative research projects and over 1,500 publications with international partners.

INRS strives to provide its community with a stimulating, creative, and open work and study environment. Being part of INRS means opting for diversity, equity, inclusion, and collegiality. Learn about the job opportunities and services offered to the student community, staff, and faculty at INRS.