Innovation at UCalgary

Innovation @ UCalgary

The link between groundbreaking research and community impact

As Canada’s entrepreneurial university, UCalgary is attracting top talent and investment from around the world. Research and discovery are the foundation of innovation, and UCalgary innovation is creating positive outcomes and value for our communities.

This is where discovery becomes a solution.

Now Innovating

Get Inspired

Sharing the stories of UCalgary researchers who have moved their discoveries forward and their innovation journeys to implementation and creating impact.

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Ecosystem

Ecosystem

A support network that helps remove barriers, simplify processes and facilitate the innovation journey.

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Tech Transfer

Tech Transfer

Turn your idea or invention into a commercially available product or view available UCalgary technologies to license.

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Innovation News

Chart of the Week: Doubling the grid might seem hard, but we've done it before (No. 3)

Canada's 2050 electricity goal is achievable at the pace we set during the disco-to-grunge era

Redefining entrepreneurship with Jana Boyko, CEO of Bedside Business Plan

Alumni Jana and Brad Boyko bring their business full circle with a custom, UCalgary branded journal

Innovation Week 2026: Showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit

Multiple UCalgary startups and programs recognized at city’s largest celebration of tech

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Now Innovating: Training the body to prevent stroke and beyond

A neurologist’s innovation journey through medical device development, clinical trials, pitch competitions and crowdfunding

Chart of the Week: Global EV adoption outpaces North America (No. 2)

Seen from Canada and the U.S., electric vehicle adoption looks sluggish. Zoom out, however, and the picture changes: the North American view masks much faster uptake around the world.

Where ideas take off: Innovation Week 2026

UCalgary returns as presenting sponsor Nov. 2 to 5, helping turn bold ideas into new discoveries, ventures and opportunities