Companies look to the University of Waterloo to connect with world-class experts, develop innovative technologies, access state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure, and extend internal R&D capabilities.
The Corporate Research Partnerships team is here to support the research partnership journey. We provide guidance from smaller activities to support research activity on campus to developing deep strategic ties to the expertise at the University of Waterloo.
Some of the services our team provides include:
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serve as a front door for research connections across the University ecosystem
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support for needs discovery and translation of industry challenges for academic research experts
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host campus visits and provide introductions to experts
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navigate research funding landscape including leveraging opportunities
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support the implementation of research contracts including IP arrangements
Engagement opportunities
Each industry partnership is unique. There are many opportunities for engagement depending on needs and resources available. Our team is happy to explore the many partnership opportunities.
Research
Funding from public and private sources (2022-23)
Funding from government and private sector contracts (2022-23)
Comprehensive Research University for 16 years in a row (Research Infosource, 2023)
World-class researchers