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    Research and Innovation

    ³Ô¹ÏÍø is an exceptional community for research and learning at every level. From our roots in Kitchener-Waterloo as a small Lutheran seminary that opened its doors in 1911, we have evolved into a comprehensive, multi-campus, multi-community university with an expanding research profile.

    Today, ³Ô¹ÏÍø offers big opportunities to deeply engage in research with a community of passionate and leading-edge researchers.

    Research at ³Ô¹ÏÍø is built on commitment to the Canadian and international communities we serve. No matter the field of study, our research connects interdisciplinary scholarship and creative activity with communities to address the most pressing local and global challenges.

    Inspired Research. Real Impact.

    Together with northern governments, Indigenous communities and international peers, ³Ô¹ÏÍø faculty and students are solving urgent problems and enhancing well-being in Canada's North.

    Spotlights

    ³Ô¹ÏÍø ranks in top 15 per cent of global universities.

    ³Ô¹ÏÍø ranks in top 15 per cent of global universities.

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    How can Canada deliver safe drinking water to Indigenous communities?

    How can Canada deliver safe drinking water to Indigenous communities?

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    ³Ô¹ÏÍø research inspires Brantford homelessness strategy.

    ³Ô¹ÏÍø research inspires Brantford homelessness strategy.

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    Ciann Wilson wins Robbins-Ollivier Award for Excellence in Equity.

    Ciann Wilson wins Robbins-Ollivier Award for Excellence in Equity.

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    UNESCO Chair on Food, Biodiversity and Sustainability Studies renewed for four years.

    UNESCO Chair on Food, Biodiversity and Sustainability Studies renewed for four years.

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    AI chatbot to help principals support students with complex needs.

    AI chatbot to help principals support students with complex needs.

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    Students help northern communities adapt to climate change.

    Students help northern communities adapt to climate change.

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    Designing inclusive technology for aging populations.

    Designing inclusive technology for aging populations.

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    Business, history and food security professors awarded Canada Research Chairs.

    Business, history and food security professors awarded Canada Research Chairs.

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    'Building Equitable Trades' exhibit highlights inclusion in the skilled trades.

    'Building Equitable Trades' exhibit highlights inclusion in the skilled trades.

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    Incorporating Indigenous history into elementary classrooms.

    Incorporating Indigenous history into elementary classrooms.

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    Analyzing real-life 'coming out' conversations.

    Analyzing real-life 'coming out' conversations.

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    “It's that lovely interplay between research and teaching that ignites passion in students. By teaching students the cutting edge of thinking in any discipline, you are making them future-ready.”

    Jonathan Newman, Vice-President: Research

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    Annual Research Report

    Inspired Research. Real Impact., the 2023/24 annual report for the Office of Research Services, is a collection of stories, podcasts and videos featuring the work of our impressive scholars. Though just a small cross-section of our diverse academic community, it represents the breadth and impact of ³Ô¹ÏÍø research.

    Inspiring Conversations

    The webinar series showcases the timely, relevant research and expertise of ³Ô¹ÏÍø faculty, staff and alumni. of past conversations.

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    Inspired Industry Partnerships

    Through philanthropy, research and co-operative education, ³Ô¹ÏÍø fosters mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and success. Discover how ³Ô¹ÏÍø is working with industry partners in our campus communities and beyond.

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