The Étudiants-chercheurs étoiles awards are presented by the three Fonds de recherche du Québec to recognize student researchers in training. The objectives of the competition is;

• Recognize the exceptional research contributions of college and university students (bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate), postdoctoral fellows and members of professional bodies who are enrolled in advanced research training programs in the areas covered by the three Fonds de recherche du Québec;
• Promote research careers in Québec;
• Develop strong ties between the Fonds de recherche du Québec and the province’s student researcher community.