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
UCalgary researcher improving manufacturing performance and automation has standout 2025
From XPRIZE Global Braintrust to industry collaboration to upcoming fellowship in Germany
UCalgary claims top five spot in national research rankings
$588.5M in research revenue puts institution back in number five position
Four-year detour leads to Evolving Prowess, new inclusive activewear brand
Hunter Hub fuels Victoria Tsang’s mission to redesign how activewear fits, feels, and supports women
Engineering course claims Triple-E Award as a top entrepreneurial offering
Entrepreneurial Capstone course launches memorable startups at UCalgary