Say hello to Canada's youngest top research university.
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
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)
Research Impact Stories
Taking your classroom global
UCalgary’s Group Study Program offers international teaching opportunities
UCeed-funded company addresses gender data gap in health industry
UCalgary alum established startup My Normative, delivering community impact
“Neurodivergent people are already here”: The compatibilities between neurodiversity and academia
A neurodivergent associate professor at the Cumming School of Medicine reflects on his inclusive vision for the future of higher education
UCalgary researchers bring nuclear adrenal imaging to Calgary
Greg Kline and Alex Leung received funding for clinical trial to expand a diagnostic imaging technique for hypertension
Crafting the Future: Meet Tony Stevens, UCalgary’s Artiste in Residence for Veterinary Simulators
Registered veterinary technologist's work is a perfect blend of art, science, and a touch of cinematic flair
Biomechanics entrepreneur chooses UCalgary to grow startup Mokapp
Dr. Victor Cossich left Brazil to find best ecosystem to develop motion tracking tool
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.