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
Safeguarding Science workshop - Travelling Safely
Safeguarding Science workshop is being offered by Public Safety's Research Security Centre to raise awareness of research security issues.
Safeguarding Science workshop - Conducting open-source due-diligence
Safeguarding Science workshop is being offered by Public Safety's Research Security Centre to raise awareness of research security issues.
News
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.
Waterloo receives $5 to support consortium for Sustainable Scale-up in Metal Additive Manufacturing
Waterloo awarded $5 million to accelerate sustainable additive manufacturing to support the creation of an industry-facing Consortium for Sustainable Scale-up in Metal Additive Manufacturing.