About St. Mary's Research Centre
St. Mary's Research Centre is located in the Cote-des-Neiges community in Montreal, and is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Centre and St. Mary's Hospital Foundation.
Mission
St. Mary’s Research Centre is dedicated to advancing healthcare through pioneering research and patient-centric practices. With a focus on patient proximity, innovation, and care accessibility, we are shaping a healthier future that embraces diversity, minority groups, and women’s health. Our commitment to inclusivity drives us to create solutions that cater to the needs of every individual in our vibrant community.
Vision
Our mission is to be an officially recognised institution within Quebec’s clinical and university research network. By focusing on academic excellence and scientific progress, St. Mary’s Research Centre seeks to make significant contributions in its domains of expertise, for the benefit of the St. Mary's Hospital Centre community and beyond.
SMRC at a Glance
5 Full-time Scientists
30 Clinician Scientists
47 Research Professionals
14 Core Staff
16 Graduate Students
We have 21 total clinical trials currently in progress, offered by SMRC through the St. Mary's Hospital Centre.​
In the past year, SMRC held a total of 19 community events, with the hope of facilitating knowledge transfer between our own research institution and our surrounding communities.
"St. Mary’s Research Centre remains steadfastly committed to advancing research excellence through innovation, and in light of the recent unveiling of our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, we look forward to working together to make a positive impact on the future of our research centre and the wider community."
Dr. Ari Meguerditchian, Scientific Director of St. Mary's Research Centre
Values
Integrity and Transparency
We prioritise honesty and ethical conduct in all aspects of our work. Transparency is our commitment to openness and clarity in our actions and decisions. We hold ourselves accountable for our responsibilities and strive for reproducibility in our processes.
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Collegiality, Collaboration, and Inclusivity
We embrace diversity of ideas, champion equity, ensure representation, practice cultural sensitivity, create a welcoming environment and actively work to eliminate bias. Through collegiality, we foster a sense of community where every voice is valued and heard. Collaboration is our driving force as we come together to achieve our shared vision of an inclusive and equitable environment for all.
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Results-Driven
Our actions are guided by a commitment to adaptability, operational efficiency, continuous feedback, and quantifiable progress. We believe in results-driven, solution-oriented approaches, ensuring that we remain agile, productive, and focused on delivering impactful outcomes.