Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique (INRS) is a graduate research and training institution located in Quebec, Canada. It was founded in 1969 as a branch of Université de Québec and was initially created as a research centre focused on the study of water and the environment.
However, over time it has diversified its research areas to include applied sciences, social sciences, humanities and engineering. Today, INRS is organised into four research centres, namely Centre Eau Terre Environnement, Centre Énergie Matériaux Télécommunications, Centre Urbanisation Culture Société, and Armand-Frappier Santé Biotechnologie.
Graduate programmes are research-focused, and students work closely with permanent and visiting faculty members.
INRS’ faculty and students collaborate across different disciplines on research projects. Some of the research areas include sustainable development, nanotechnology, health, energy, and social transformation.
INRS also has research facilities including laboratories and specialised equipment.
