91ÑÇÉ« is a leading international research and teaching University, conducting purposeful research that advances knowledge and creates positive change. Informed by a strong commitment to the promotion of social justice, diversity, equity, the public good and global citizenship, 91ÑÇÉ« research and innovation is making things right for our communities, our planet and our future.
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Top 40
Ranked among the top 40 universities in the world for advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development goals (THE Impact Rankings 2023)
Research Powerhouse
A record high of $121M+ in externally sponsored research income in 2022/2023
Innovation Leader
YSpace, 91ÑÇɫ’s entrepreneurship and innovation hub, supported more than 200 ventures from ideation to growth, generating over $86M in revenue (2022-23)
Featured Researchers
Isaac Smith
Tier 2 CRC in Planetary ScienceSmith is a planetary scientist and an Assistant Professor at Lassonde School of Engineering. His research focuses on atmospheric, surface and subsurface processes on Mars, with a particular emphasis on ice.
Valérie A.M. Schoof
YRC in Primate Behavioural EndocrinologySchoof is a primatologist and an Assistant Professor at Glendon Campus. Her research program focuses on the ecology, sociality, physiology and life history of wild primates in East Africa, and the biological, geographical and cultural factors influencing human-wildlife interactions.
Innovation & Partnerships
Work With Us
Partner and collaborate with 91ÑÇÉ« researchers to catalyze economic and social impacts.
Featured Organized Research Units
Sensorium is a research centre for creative inquiry and experimentation at the intersection of the media arts, performance, and digital culture.
91ÑÇÉ« Centre for Asian Research
The 91ÑÇÉ« Centre for Asian Research is a community of researchers who are committed to analyzing the changing historical and contemporary dynamics of societies in Asia.
The Centre for Research on Biomolecular Interactions (CRBI) brings together researchers to further the understanding of the mechanistic details
The Strategic Research Plan offers a comprehensive and clear vision for 91ÑÇÉ« to grow its global impact and excel in its high standing as a research-intensive University. 91ÑÇÉ« stands ready to further its expertise and leadership in such fields as AI, digital cultures, global health, Indigenous futurities, sustainability and more.
— Amir Asif, Vice-President, Research & Innovation
is an exciting, career-enhancing opportunity for 91ÑÇÉ« researchers, scholars and creatives to more widely share their public expertise and their local and global efforts to drive positive change. By using this tool, our faculty members gain a bigger platform to network, strengthen their visibility and grow their work’s reach, influence and impact.
— Amir Asif, Vice-President, Research & Innovation
91ÑÇÉ« is an international leader in interdisciplinary research involving artificial intelligence and other disruptive technologies, social justice and human science like biology, neuroscience, philosophy and psychology. Connected Minds is the result of the incredible work and collaborative efforts of our faculty and staff, and will enable Canada to lead the creation of more inclusive technologies for the world.
— Amir Asif, Vice-President, Research & Innovation
Building international, values-driven partnerships underscores 91ÑÇɫ’s dedication to working together cross-culturally to address critical world issues. The GRE Fund is an investment in the transformative work of the 91ÑÇÉ« community and will provide mutually beneficial opportunities for our researchers, students and partners to continue to translate research outcomes into social and economic benefits in Canada and beyond.
— Rhonda Lenton, President & Vice-Chancellor
Strategic Research Plan
Get to know more about our research strengths and opportunities in the Strategic Research Plan for 2023-2028.