Institut national de la recherche scientifique - Urbanisation Culture Société

The Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) is a graduate-level institution dedicated to advanced research, with a mission centred on the development of fundamental and applied knowledge in strategically important fields. Its research is structured through interdisciplinary centres that address major societal challenges—ranging from health and environmental issues to energy, technology, and social transformations—while fostering strong collaboration with public, community, and industrial partners. Positioned at the intersection of scientific inquiry and societal needs, INRS emphasizes high-impact research that contributes directly to the economic, social, and cultural development of Québec, alongside the training of highly qualified researchers engaged in these domains.