UCalgary awarded largest research grant in its history
One Child Every Child to transform the lives of all our kids.
Say hello to Canada's youngest top research university.
A top startup creator, UCalgary has launched 105 research-based companies, more than any other university in Canada in the last six 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)
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
Innovative Japanese wastewater treatment technology being evaluated at UCalgary for use in cold climates and rural communities
International partnership addresses water sustainability challenges, from Japan to Alberta and beyond
Continuing UCalgary's transdisciplinary journey
Celebrating the successes of our research community and establishing our transdisciplinary future
Indigenous community input redefines education in northern Alberta
Werklund School of Education, Peace Wapiti Public School Division, and Pembina Pipeline Corporation partner to provide culturally responsive student learning opportunities
Political science fellowship pays tribute and garners global attention
First recipient of prestigious award examining the resilience of democracy
Passport to the past: Travel award takes learning overseas and back in time
Professor emeritus inspired to create award after handing out scholarships during his time at UCalgary
Thrive Centre transforms cancer patients’ lives through exercise
Donation keeps exercise oncology research and programming moving
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.