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
UCalgary biomaterial research lab a shining example of transdisciplinary research
The Badv Lab combines engineering, medicine and science expertise to develop the next generation of biomaterials and biointerfaces for applications such as medical implants
A nanotech legacy: Canada Excellence Research Chair lab sparked oil and gas innovation
UCalgary hub led by scientist Steven Bryant has been finding solutions for industry since 2014
Study assesses genetic testing to optimize mental heath interventions in children
UCalgary working with Genome Canada on pair of Canadian Precision Health Initiative-funded projects
Math Minds: It all adds up
More than a decade in the making, this research-driven project consistently improves mathematics education
UCalgary researchers receive Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships to advance health research
From recovery to relationships, trio’s research is shaping the future of health and well-being
UCalgary researchers hope to make Canadian communities cybersafe
Team looks to reframe cybersecurity as essential public infrastructure
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.