Sentinel North: Impact results for the North
In catalyzing ground-breaking collaborations, Sentinel North paved the way for bold research initiatives, where creativity and risk taking helped expand the horizons of our knowledge in order to tackle more complex challenges.
From innovation to impact
Read a few selected stories that bear witness to the full extent of the impetus Sentinel North provided to propel research to the next level, and its ability to deliver genuine and lasting benefits for Arctic and sub-Arctic regions.
Research Highlights 2017-2025
Learn more about the scope of the research conducted by Sentinel North teams through a selection of research results presented as five integrated chapters:
- Marine environments and human health
- Permafrost and fresh water systems
- Terrestrial ecosystems
- Metabolic health and diet
- Well-being and mental health
This summary is both a reference document to guide future research and a source of reflection for addressing the complex challenges of a changing North through innovative and interdisciplinary approaches.

Over 1,000 publications
The scientific literature produced by the Sentinel North teams attests to the comprehensive scope and innovativeness of the interdisciplinary collaborations that characterized the program.
These peer-reviewed scientific publications are now a tangible legacy that epitomizes Université Laval’s excellence and commitment to the advancement and sharing of knowledge.
