Research + Innovation
We Are phenomenal at discovering new knowledge in critical areas.
Energy + Environment.
Artificial Intelligence.
Health + Well-being.
Indigenous Research.
Agriculture + Food.
Social Transformations.
Ever-driven to push the boundaries with some of the most advanced research facilities and resources in the world, helmed by renowned researchers - this is the University of Alberta.
Ever-driven to push the boundaries with some of the most advanced research facilities and resources in the world, helmed by renowned researchers - this is the University of Alberta.
Energy + Environment
Can you set out to energize the world without compromising the earth? At the University of Alberta, we believe we can, and...we are.
Artificial Intelligence
We are one of the world’s leading AI research institutions. And to think it all started with a game of chess.
Health + Well-being
We are at the forefront of an emerging approach to health and wellness that expands on efforts to understand, diagnose and treat disease through advances in technology.
Indigenous Research
We are home to seven academic and affiliated institutes, centres and initiatives dedicated to Indigenous research.
Agriculture + Food
From the land to the lab, we are working on incredible advancements to find ways to produce more food, use less energy, and strike a better balance between our economy and our environment.
Social Transformations
We are exploring what it means to live, learn, work, express ourselves and advance social change through critical, creative and empirical research.
Forward with Purpose: A Strategic Plan for Research and Innovation
2023-2028
This first institutional strategic plan for research and innovation presents a bold new step in defining areas for maximum impact to address the grand challenges of our time.
Read the full planTop 5
Research University in Canada
91
Canada Research Chairs
$500M+
Annual Research funding
130+
Active spinoffs
Innovation
Research and experimentation lead to new discoveries, knowledge and ideas that drive innovation. We are helping shape the future, improving quality of life, driving the economy and economic diversity and serving the public who help fund that research.
Work with us
Supported by transformational partnerships with government, industry and academia, our teams excel at advancing world-leading research and innovation.
Connect with us today and discover the next stage of your innovation journey.