Say hello to Canada's youngest top research university.
UCalgary is the No. 1 startup creator among research institutions in Canada for the 3rd year running. We're transforming more than half a billion dollars in research revenue – $545.3 million in 2022-23 – into real-world impact for Canadians.
UCalgary is making an impact in your community.
UCalgary ranks among Canada’s top research universities - and in 2021 we reached the top 5 in Re$earch Infosource Inc.’s Top 50 Research Universities.
Our institution is transforming more than half a billion dollars in research revenue – $545.3 million in 2022-23 – into real-world impact for Canadians.
Our purpose as a university is to contribute to the body of world knowledge while engaging our students in learning guided by processes of discovery, creativity, and innovation. Our research promotes cultural understanding and social justice, improves quality of life, and helps to secure a prosperous and sustainable future.
We're committed to sharing new knowledge and discoveries generously, and our scholars are working to address society's challenges proactively and making a positive impact in the world around us.
Learn about UCalgary's impact:
“We define ‘impact’ as making a difference in the communities we serve. By supporting engaged scholarship from inception to impact, we can make research meaningful to society and to community."
Dr. William Ghali
Vice-President (Research)
Research Impact Stories
Calgary Youth Science Fair puts spotlight on future generation’s scientific innovations
Futuristic brain-computer interface idea among high school projects showcased at the Oval
Dr. Sandra Davidson appointed provost and vice-president (academic)
A message from President and Vice-Chancellor Ed McCauley
New initiatives empower transdisciplinary research and collaboration by grad students
University of Calgary President’s Doctoral Scholarship drives innovation across disciplines
2024 Intercultural Capacity Building Grants now open for applications
UCalgary seeks new projects that elevate intercultural capacity building on campus
A decade of discovery: how Arnie Charbonneau’s generosity sparked momentum and transformed cancer research in Canada
A decade after the Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute was founded, cutting-edge research discoveries are improving the lives of cancer patients.
UCalgary researcher learns how our brains use art to Float into Flow
In attempting to capture the brain imagery of art-making, Brittany Harker Martin aims to spotlight a powerful tool for building mental health capacity in schools
What do we mean by impact?
Dr. William Ghali, Vice-President (Research) shares UCalgary’s commitment to research impact and the importance of engaging with the community for research. Watch the video to learn more.
Our research impact evolution
UCalgary is building capacity around knowledge engagement and shifting our approach to assessing impact - ensuring that our research and innovation makes meaningful contributions to society.