UCalgary awarded largest research grant in its history
One Child Every Child to transform the lives of all our kids.
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A top startup creator, UCalgary has started more than 90 companies, more than any other university in Canada in the last five years. We're transforming more than half a billion dollars in research revenue – $588.5 million in 2023-24 – into real-world impact for Canadians.
UCalgary is making an impact in your community.
UCalgary ranks among Canada’s top research universities - and in 2021 we reached the top 5 in Re$earch Infosource Inc.’s Top 50 Research Universities.
Our institution is transforming more than half a billion dollars in research revenue – $588.5 million in 2023-24 – into real-world impact for Canadians.
Our purpose as a university is to contribute to the body of world knowledge while engaging our students in learning guided by processes of discovery, creativity, and innovation. Our research promotes cultural understanding and social justice, improves quality of life, and helps to secure a prosperous and sustainable future.
We're committed to sharing new knowledge and discoveries generously, and our scholars are working to address society's challenges proactively and making a positive impact in the world around us.
Water research at UCalgary
UCalgary scholars are tackling critical water sustainability challenges with collaborative, community-driven approaches
UCalgary Discovery Exchange Series
The Discovery Exchange Series offers unique, research-focused experiential opportunities for members of the national and international research community to exchange and create new knowledge together.
Learn about UCalgary's impact:
“We define ‘impact’ as making a difference in the communities we serve. By supporting engaged scholarship from inception to impact, we can make research meaningful to society and to community."
Dr. William Ghali
Vice-President (Research)
Now Innovating Series
Sharing the stories of UCalgary researchers who have moved their discoveries forward and their innovation journeys to implementation and creating impact.
Research Impact Stories
Dr. Stephanie Borgland named new associate vice-president (research)
Cumming School of Medicine professor joins Office of the Vice-President (Research) effective Jan. 1, 2025
From researcher to entrepreneur: A conversation with Arthi Gopalakrishnan of PEACH DACquiri Inc.
UCalgary postdoc reflects on leading a startup, the challenges she’s overcome and advice for fellow academics
Faculty of Law scholar appointed to Canadian International Trade Tribunal
Elizabeth Whitsitt first full-time academic outside the national capital region to be appointed
New clinical trial begins in Calgary to improve stroke care in Canada
UCalgary research selected by CIHR to investigate a drug designed to protect brain cells after an ischemic stroke
Mansell Award winner forgoes ‘Ottawa bubble’ for UCalgary to better understand public policy in Canada
Ben Harford arrived at School of Public Policy with clear idea for his capstone project
Social Work prof brings Nana Yaa Asantewaa of Ghana to life through a graphic novel and documentary
Linda Kreitze’s project is a feminist retelling of queen mother's story, highlighting her significance as a military leader and cultural icon
What do we mean by impact?
Dr. William Ghali, Vice-President (Research) shares UCalgary’s commitment to research impact and the importance of engaging with the community for research. Watch the video to learn more.
Our research impact evolution
UCalgary is building capacity around knowledge engagement and shifting our approach to assessing impact - ensuring that our research and innovation makes meaningful contributions to society.