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.
Events
IP101 & Commercialization
CBB is hosting a virtual talk with Eric Luvisotto, Technology Transfer Manager, WatCo, on the basics of Intellectual Property (IP) protection titled: IP 101 & Commercialization. This talk will be held over Zoom on March 25, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Pivot-RP Winter 2024 Training Workshop
The next virtual Pivot-RP workshop for faculty members and graduate students is scheduled for Friday, April 5 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. via MS Teams.
News
Waterloo researchers using AI technology to analyze ice hockey
Researchers from the University of Waterloo are using artificial intelligence (AI) to capture and analyze data more effectively and efficiently from professional hockey.
Waterloo researchers develop new tech that can detect opioids quickly
New testing method developed by University of Waterloo researchers can analyze blood samples twice as quickly as other techniques.
Waterloo Engineering professor wins prestigious Polanyi Prize
Dr. Elisabeth Prince, assistant professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering, has been awarded the John C. Polanyi Prize. The award is presented to an individual or team whose research has led to outstanding advances in the field of natural sciences or engineering.