Entities, structures and chairs

RESEARCH
Entities, structures and chairs

Over the course of its evolution, INAF has fostered the development and expansion of various research entities and structures, including centers, international networks, chairs, and joint units. These integral components of the Institute play a crucial role in generating research data that is valuable both in Quebec and on an international scale.

AFFILIATED ENTITIES

An INAF affiliated entity refers to a research structure that aligns its scientific programming with that of the Institute. These entities bring together researchers, professionals, and graduate students and operate under their own scientific governance and strategic plan, in line with the Institute’s vision and mission. INAF is composed of four affiliated entities, consisting of three research centers and an Observatory.

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STRUCTURES
INTEREST GROUPS AND JOINT UNIT

The three INAF interest groups aim to enhance the research capacity and economic outcomes associated with crucial agri-food supply chains in Quebec. These supply chains include milk and dairy products, plant products and extracts, as well as marine products and co-products, all of which offer significant potential for innovation in ingredients and foods. Through close collaboration with government departments, producer organizations, and various companies in these sectors, INAF defines research priorities to address specific issues and promote competitiveness.

Additionally, INAF is proudly involved in the GastronomiQc Lab, a joint interdisciplinary and cutting-edge research unit focused on Quebec gastronomy.

Milk and Dairy Products (STELA)

STELA is part of INAF as an affiliated entity, but also as the Dairy Interest Group.

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Plant Products and Extracts

The Plant Product Interest Group focuses on collaborative research efforts concerning compounds extracted from fruits and vegetables, cereals, medicinal plants, as well as wood and non-wood forest products.

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Marine Products and Co-Products

The Marine Product Interest Group combines INAF’s expertise in preclinical and clinical research with research groups in eastern Quebec that focus on the important valuation of marine bioresources.

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JOINT UNIT

GastronomiQc Lab

This joint unit conducts research, development, training, and knowledge transfer activities in food, culinary, behavioral, and economic sciences to promote the advancement of Quebec gastronomy.

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INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

INAF has developed numerous academic and industrial collaborations on the international stage, propelling its research and establishing its position as a world leader in sustainable food supply. By remaining open to the world, INAF expands its expertise network to address key contemporary issues, particularly in strategic areas such as the eco-efficiency of food processes, natural antimicrobials, food matrices, the valorization of food co-products, the study of intestinal microbiota, research related to brain health, and food regulatory aspects.