Ideas start at the University of Waterloo, and the Office of Research helps convert ideas into opportunity.
The Office of Research is the university's central point connecting scientists on campus or those associated with Waterloo to opportunities for funding and services, including commercialization. Office of Research staff support researchers through the many phases of research including ethics review and managing funds.
Research is an integral and intensive area at Waterloo. In 2022-2023, Waterloo attracted more than $249.1 million from public and private sources to fund research across a spectrum of challenges. Waterloo's strength in research excellence is supported by partnerships with industry, creating opportunities that generate new knowledge and further Canada's economy.
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University of Waterloo community members awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal
The King Charles III Coronation Medal honours outstanding individuals across Canada who have made significant contributions to their communities. Several University of Waterloo community members are among the awardees.
From Chemical Engineering to Communication Arts, Black faculty members are empowering students to thrive
In celebration of Black History Month, the University of Waterloo is shining a light on some of the inspirational Black researchers among the institution’s community.
David Hammond to lead a study on the health outcomes of youth vaping
With funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Dr. David Hammond is leading a new five-year study to determine how often Canadian youth are vaping and how the ingredients in vapes might be affecting lung health. The study will provide data on vaping behaviour, products, and biomarkers of exposure and potential harm, to help understand the impacts of youth vaping.