Industry-University collaboration to drive transformative impact
Harness the power of UCalgary’s research and innovation expertise to solve real-world problems
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The UCalgary Research & Innovation ecosystem exists to explore bold challenges, with a strong track record of partnering with industry members to generate high-impact outcomes.
Dedicated teams at UCalgary help to make introductions based on objectives and expertise, access funding and resources, provide support to advance industry-research partnerships, and translate new knowledge into real-world solutions.
Not sure where to begin? Connect with our Industry Engagement team.
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Quantum City
Quantum City is building an ecosystem for quantum science and technology in Alberta bringing together researchers and developers, industry and adopters of quantum technology and services.
The University of Calgary has formed a strategic partnership with the Government of Alberta, and Mphasis, its first industry partner to create Quantum City. Quantum City’s mandate is to establish quantum-focused fabrication infrastructure, new talent development programs and adoption pathways to support the development of a vibrant economic and scientific hub based in Calgary.
Research & Innovation highlights
A New Way to Make an Impact With USpark
This Giving Day, recent UCalgary graduates can take part in a new way. Through USpark, recent alumni can direct $25 of university funding toward the areas that matter most to them, with no personal donation required.
Launchpad’s Liftoff event crowns Apex Systems as top startup team
Hunter Hub’s flagship program culminates in a live pitch competition, driving entrepreneurial thinking and innovative problem-solving
Bedside Business Plan: Siblings Jana and Brad Boyko humanize entrepreneurship with guided journal business
UCalgary alum-founded company gives back, provides resource to Hunter Hub's Innovation Sandbox
Bobbie Racette on accidental entrepreneurship, leadership and resilience
TC Energy Ingenuity Speaker Series will explore how she launched a thriving tech company, made history, and is now working to expand access for the next generation of entrepreneurs