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TransBIOTech and CRVI Propel Cégep de Lévis to 18th Rank Among Canada's Top Research Colleges
Lévis, December 4, 2025 — Cégep de Lévis confirms its position among the country's leading college institutions in applied research, ranking 18th in the latest Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges 2025 ranking, published by Research Infosource. After first appearing at 33rd place in 2023, the institution thus achieves a significant milestone in its applied research development.
This remarkable progress attests to the quality of work carried out by its two college technology transfer centers (CCTTs), the Centre for Robotics and Industrial Vision (CRVI) and TransBIOTech, as well as the strength of collaborations established with businesses and industry partners. These results confirm a rapidly growing dynamic.
At CRVI, the focus is on developing technological solutions that directly address the challenges of the manufacturing and industrial sectors to modernize their processes. Among the projects that contributed to this recognition are the creation of a 360° camera system for automated manhole inspection, the automation of production cells in sectors where operations are still performed manually, as well as the robotization of broccoli harvesting in agricultural settings. These achievements transform concrete needs into innovative, high-value-added solutions.
For its part, TransBIOTech conducts its work in close collaboration with Quebec-based companies and throughout Canada. Among the projects that contributed to this recognition are the development of new therapeutic approaches against various cancers, obesity, and certain neurodegenerative diseases, as well as the validation of the efficacy and safety of cosmetic products formulated from plant extracts or berries.
In the small tier category, the 2025 report positions Cégep de Lévis among Canadian leaders in applied research:
- 5th in Canada for total research income ($6.742M)
- 3rd for total research income growth (+71.5%)
- 3rd for industrial research income ($3.145M)
- 2nd for the proportion of income from industry (46.6%)
- 3rd for industrial research income growth (+164.5%)
These results demonstrate the strong synergy between businesses, the Cégep, and its research centers, as well as the value of innovations stemming from applied research.
Philippe Aubé, General Director of Cégep de Lévis
“The development of skills and the transfer of knowledge are central to the mission of Cégep de Lévis. Thanks to applied research, we develop concrete solutions that meet the needs of the community while offering our students unique opportunities to learn through real-world projects. This ranking accurately reflects the strength of our approach and the quality of education we provide them.”
Marie-Christine Ferland, General Director of CRVI
“Over the past five years, we have invested considerable efforts to establish CRVI as a reference center in advanced robotics, by working closely with industrial partners and professors from Cégep de Lévis. This recognition confirms that we have delivered on this ambition: to develop cutting-edge expertise capable of accelerating innovation and meeting the real needs of Quebec's manufacturing sector.”
Luce Tremblay, Interim General Director of TransBIOTech
“The dedication and expertise of our teams, as well as the trust placed in us by our partners, are reflected in this ranking. For over 25 years, we have demonstrated our ability to make concrete contributions to the development of key life science sectors, whether pharmaceutical, cosmetic, agri-food, or environmental; a contribution that directly impacts the quality of biology and chemistry education offered at Cégep de Lévis. This progress not only confirms the relevance of our mission but also the full potential of college-level applied research to support the competitiveness of organizations in Quebec and Canada.”
About Cégep de Lévis
Each year, over 3,000 young individuals select one of the 35 pre-university and technical study programs and profiles offered at Cégep de Lévis. Among them, 300 athletes are part of the Faucons, a large community encompassing members of 14 sports teams. Furthermore, many adults, whether employed or not, utilize Continuing Education and business services to return to their studies or rapidly enhance their skills through professional development courses.
About CRVI
The Centre de robotique et de vision industrielles (CRVI) is a college technology transfer center (CCTT) specializing in automation, robotics, industrial vision, and applied artificial intelligence. For over 40 years, CRVI has supported Quebec manufacturing companies of all sizes in integrating technologies that enhance their productivity, performance, and competitiveness.
About TransBIOTech
TransBIOTech, a college technology transfer center (CCTT) affiliated with Cégep de Lévis, Quebec, Canada, is a non-profit organization specializing in biotechnology. Since 1999, TransBIOTech has provided expert support in drug development, offering services in preclinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, toxicology, cellular and molecular biology, microbiology, and analytical chemistry. TransBIOTech researchers leverage their expertise and innovative methodologies to validate the mechanism of action, efficacy, safety, and stability of new therapeutic molecules, cosmetics, or natural products. For more information: www.transbio.tech
