Students
A unique learning
Environment in Canada
INAF stands as Canada’s largest collective of researchers solely committed to the study of foods and their components. Our distinctive strength arises from the multidisciplinary and collaborative context of our research work.
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INAF:
A POWERFUL NETWORK
Our Institute is internationally recognized as a leader in bio-food, nutrition, and health research areas. Our experts put science at the service of food to fulfill our mission and ensure that our actions yield real and sustainable results for the bio-food sector and public health. Our researcher members and their teams are affiliated with fifteen institutions across the province of Quebec!
AFFILIATED INSTITUTIONS
A LIVELY
scientific events program
Our training environment offers young researchers numerous opportunities to expand their knowledge beyond the scope of their research projects.
We offer a comprehensive scientific events program, including a series of conferences, seminars, symposiums, and technology meetings.
UPCOMING EVENTS
International
collaborations
Studying at INAF means becoming part of a collaborative research network that extends beyond borders. These partnerships have positioned the Institute as a leader on the international stage, particularly in key areas such as food safety, natural antimicrobials, eco-design of food processes, and the impact of nutrition on brain health, microbiota, and metabolic health.
INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS
FIND YOUR RESEARCH SUPERVISOR
Future INAF student-members must first find a researcher who will supervise their graduate studies. Here are some tips to assist you in your search.
Student life
INAF: A COMMUNITY
Discover what makes INAF an engaging and vibrant learning environment! We take pride in nurturing the next generation of scientists, providing them with enriching experiences at our Institute, and fostering a strong sense of community through social and integration activities.
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FUNDING SUPPORT
ACCESS TO THE RESEARCH ENVIRONMENT
We provide comprehensive support to our student members, offering funding opportunities for new members and throughout their studies at our Institute. Explore the various scholarship programs available to help you develop your research skills!
Consult the scholarship programs
DISCOVER INAF RESEARCHERS
INAF brings together 127 researchers working on a variety of research projects. Find out about their interests and research projects.
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Informed
Upcoming events
for students
Qualité microbiologique et chimique des aliments, une conférence avec deux présentations des chercheurs Stéphane Bayen (McGill) et Frédéric Borges (ULorraine).
En mode hybride : Local C1-2038, Université de Sherbrooke et en ligne (Teams)
Under the theme “Alimentation durable: Cultivons notre santé et celle de notre planète”, this event will bring together the entire INAF community to discuss the recent research work of the Institute's student and research members.
Pavillon Alphonse-Desjardins (Salle Hydro-Québec)
La quatrième édition de Green Food Tech se tiendra à Saint-Malo (France) du 9 au 11 avril 2025. Venez nous rejoindre pour discuter des innovations en matière d'alimentation durable !
Palais du Grand Large - Centre de congrès de Saint-Malo
