2025
Image by an RQR Member Among the Finalists of the “La preuve par l’image” Contest
The microscopy image by Céline Augière, PhD, a research assistant in the lab of Clémence Belleannée, PhD, has been selected as one of the 20 finalists in the 16th edition of the “La preuve par l’image” contest, organized by Acfas in partnership with Espace pour la vie. Céline Augière’s image highlights the vital role of fundamental research in understanding male infertility and in the development of male contraceptives. Vote for the Découverte People’s Choice Award >>>
Documentary Series “Naissances du futur”
This compelling documentary series, broadcast on Savoir média, explores the many dimensions of medically assisted reproduction—from scientific advances to the ethical and social challenges they raise. Dr. Marc-André Sirard, Professor at Université Laval and member of the RQR, contributes his leading expertise on issues related to human reproduction, particularly the central role of research in the evolution of clinical practices. Watch the series (FRENCH) >>>
Article: “The Guinea Pig: A Promising Animal Model for Studying the Human Embryo”
Sophie Petropoulos, PhD Assistant professor-researcher at the University of Montreal, and her team reveal for the first time that the preimplantation guinea pig embryo is highly similar to the human embryo, opening the door to a better understanding of infertility and early human development. Read more (FRENCH) >>>
Article: “Infertility: A Persistent Taboo Despite Medical Advances”
In this article published in Le Quotidien, Dr. Pierre Leclerc, Professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproduction at the Faculty of Medicine of Université Laval and member of the RQR, shares his perspective on the issue of infertility. Read more (FRENCH) >>>