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Innovation Impact

Learn how UCalgary researchers, students, postdocs, and staff are making a positive difference in our world. 

University innovation, knowledge engagement and commercialization deliver tangible impact that includes job and new venture creation, product and service sales, and new research opportunities.

It creates economic impact through social and technical advances that lead to new technologies, policies and behaviors, and healthier societies. In Canada, research universities are responsible for 83% of all contracted private-sector research.

Growing innovation at the University of Calgary aligns with federal and provincial Government and City of Calgary strategies for economic growth, builds upon our existing strategies for enhancing the value propositions of the university (Student Experience and Impact), and is derived from our commitment to excellence in Research and Teaching. 


Innovation News

Academic entrepreneurship: UCalgary's special capacity to solve tough challenges

The opportunities, challenges, and bold path to turning discoveries into Impact

Feeding the future: Sustainable agriculture from farm to table

UCalgary researchers and alumni change the face of agriculture and food production

UCalgary’s social innovation ecosystem collaborates on new soft skills workshop

The Social Impact Starter Series will equip social impact leaders across campus with essential skills for success

A life reimagined: How Franci Sterzer is transforming adversity into impact

After an accident left her paralyzed, Franci Sterzer pursued new possibilities in education and entrepreneurship with UCalgary

Introducing Business Playbook, the Hunter Hub’s newest entrepreneurial program

A comprehensive program designed for University of Calgary students, faculty, staff, and alumni looking to start a traditional business

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Now Innovating: Partnering with the energy industry to develop and adapt technologies

A conversation with Dr. Christopher Clarkson, PhD, Professor, Faculty of Science

Innovation Events