Montreal, Thursday, January 8, 2026 – Québec Science today unveils the 10 discoveries of 2025. Now in its 33rd year, this annual list highlights the excellence of Quebec's scientific research.
This year, the jury, made up of scientists and journalists, received over 75 research projects. Following a rigorous analysis process, 10 finalist discoveries were selected for their originality, scientific significance and potential benefits for society.
The 10 discoveries of 2025
- Canada's first dragonfly fossil from the dinosaur era
Hans Larsson et al, McGill University - Analysis of a falling asteroid
Auriane Egal, Planetarium / Space for life - Seven times more methane emitted by inactive gas wells than previously thought
Mary Kang et al, McGill University - A revolutionary optical microchip for greener AI
Wei Shi et al, University Laval - Discovery of an unsuspected link between muscles and fertility hormones
Bernard Daniel, McGill University - A new parachute concept inspired by the Japanese art of kirigami
Frédérick Gosselin et al, Polytechnique Montréal - Using car filters to study airborne antibiotic resistance genes
Paul George and Caroline Duchaine, University Laval - Blocking a molecular cancer switch
Marc Therrien et al, IRIC (Université de Montréal) - Alleviate pain with the right musical tempo for each person
Caroline Palmer, McGill University - Effective climate treaties must include trade clauses
Jean-Frédéric Morin, University Laval
«The 10 Discoveries competition is a real tradition, highlighting the exceptional work of the province's scientists,» says Marine Corniou, the magazine's editor-in-chief.
An invitation to the public: vote for your favorite discovery
Québec Science invites the public to vote for their favorite of the 10 selected discoveries. Voting is open from January 8 to February 18, 2026. By participating, the public has a chance to win a family outing to the heart of the Mont-Mégantic International Dark Sky Reserve, valued at 700 $, including :
- 2 nights in an ECHO chalet in Parc national du Mont-Mégantic
- 1 daytime visit to the ASTROLab and Observatory, including the film Emergence
- 1 evening astronomy show at the ASTROLab
- Access to hiking trails during your stay
Participants also have the chance to win one of 10 annual subscriptions to the magazine Québec Science.
To view the 10 finalist discoveries and vote for your favorite : www.quebecscience.qc.ca/decouvertes2025
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