Research impact at UCalgary
The new knowledge we create through cutting-edge research results in societal impact and leads to positive change in our local, national, and international communities.
How can our research change the world?
Our purpose as a university is to contribute to the body of world knowledge while simultaneously 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 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)
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
Here are just some of UCalgary's recent strides to increase institutional emphasis on research impact.
Impact: COVID-19 Research & Innovation
Let's work together.
Our community, industry, and government partners provide valuable insight into areas of societal need, and help create pathways for us to translate discoveries into real-world impact.
Research Impact Stories
Community and campus collide in newly launched social innovation hub
Hub will support researchers, social entrepreneurs and community partners to drive innovative solutions to our most complex societal challenges...