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The Cirris has one of the three exoskeletons combined with electrical stimulation that are in service in the world for research

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Are you interested in rehabilitation research? Would you like to contribute? Are you or a loved one living with a disability and would like to participate in the development of solutions that promote the social integration of people sharing a reality similar to yours? Cirris research is carried out in close collaboration with people from all walks of life. Find out here about research projects in which you could participate, whether or not you have a disability.

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Welcome to the Cirris

The Cirris has the mission to develop and mobilize the knowledge that enables social participation of people with disabilities. Driven by a profound culture of interdisciplinary and intersectoral collaboration, this mission is kept up to date through the training of students from various disciplines as well as through the research that is done in close collaboration with disabled people and community partners, various levels of government, healthcare and social services, and the industry.

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Research Topics

Functions

Cognitive and behavioral • Motor, sensory and perception • Speech-related

Environment

Social • Technological • Physical

News

François Routhier, Directeur scientifique du Cirris

Appointment of François Routhier as Scientific Director of CIRRIS

2 March 2026

An experienced researcher, particularly recognized for his expertise in collaborative research, he has a solid background in training the next generation and works closely with clinical teams in the health and social services network.

Major CIHR grant for multicenter study on foot orthotics

30 January 2026

The expected results of this clinical trial will provide essential evidence to support clinical decision-making and improve interventions for people living with posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD).

A grant from the CHS to better understand the impact of noise on users of hearing aids and cochlear implants

20 January 2026

The project is led by Philippe Fournier, in collaboration with Christine Turgeon, as well as an interdisciplinary team bringing together researchers, clinicians, community partners, and students from academic, hospital, and international settings.

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Recent publications

A NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR A CANADIAN LIMB LOSS AND LIMB DIFFERENCE REGISTRY

6 March 2026 - Maxime Robert

Adapted Route Instructions for Navigation Technologies in Support of Wheelchair Mobility in Urban Areas: Online Survey

5 March 2026 - Krista Lynn Best

Pelvic floor muscle function and symptoms associated in patients with breast cancer using tamoxifen, aromatase inhibitors, and healthy controls

4 March 2026 - Stéphanie Bernard

Dynamic Step‐Down Tasks Reveal Altered Lower Limb Biomechanics in Chronic Ankle Instability

1 March 2026 - Gabriel Moisan

Spatio-Temporal Parameters and Range of Motion of Lower Limb Joints During Running in Individuals with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis with Mild Thoracic and Lumbar Curvature

1 March 2026 - Gabriel Moisan

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Cirris has about 100 researchers from three Quebec universities and eight different faculties.

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