Journal for the popularisation of scientific research conducted in the INRS' laboratories
What is Synthesis?
The Journal La Synthèse is a popular science journal written by master's and PhD students at the National Institute for Scientific Research (INRS). It aims to democratize the research carried out in the laboratories of all university's centers. What is scientific research? What experiments are conducted by the scientists? What are the latest scientific discoveries? These are the kinds of questions popular articles answer! The topics of the articles are based on the different study programs of all the INRS centers: Armand-Frappier Santé Biotechnologie centre, Urbanization Culture Société centre, Énergie Matériaux Telecommunications centre, as well as the Eau Terre Environnement centre. From bacteria to cancer, to hydrology and sustainable energy sources to social issues, you will be served! The articles, in English and in French, are presented with a comic strip which illustrate the topic. Find out more ...
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The Synthesis, over the years
By making research accessible to a wider audience through bilingual articles and captivating illustrations, La Synthèse promotes a better understanding of current scientific issues. Regular publication and participation in public events demonstrate its commitment to science education and public outreach.
Student cooperation has played a crucial role in the evolution of scientific journals over the years. By dedicating themselves to this project, students not only develop their scientific communication skills but also contribute to combating misinformation. It's a great example of how student engagement can enrich the academic community and beyond.
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July 22, 2021
Information stands of the newspaper La Synthèse, during the opening hours of the INRS centers
Your newspaper La Synthèse invites you to their stands, as part of the INRS back-to-school activities !
INRS welcomes students with a series of activities during the academic year. For those who are interested, an information stand for the newspaper La Synthèse will be present in the four INRS university centers ( ETE, UCS, AFSB, EMT) .
This is an ideal opportunity for newcomers to learn about various aspects of university life and familiarize themselves with the available resources. Feel free to visit our booths to gain valuable information and begin your university journey informed and prepared with the popular science content offered by our journal.
SUMMER (Quebec): Thursday, August 29 at 3 p.m.
UCS (Montreal): Thursday, August 29, 9 a.m.
AFSB (Laval): Wednesday, September 18, 3 p.m.
EMT (Varennes): Wednesday, September 25, 3 p.m.
Research centers of the National Institute for Scientific Research (INRS)
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Microbiology
Virology and immunology
Biology and experimental health science
