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Ontario Tech University Recognized as Canada’s Research University of the Year

Ontario Tech University

Ontario Tech University leads Canada’s research rankings for the second consecutive year, excelling in research impact, AI advancements, and industry partnerships. With over $28 million in annual research income, it demonstrates a commitment to ethical technology and addressing global challenges through innovative, purposeful, and results-driven collaboration.

In an era defined by technological innovation, Ontario Tech University continues to lead as a beacon of research excellence. For the second year in a row, the university has been named Canada’s Research University of the Year by Research Infosource (RI), a prestigious organization that evaluates research impact and innovation across Canadian institutions.

This recognition underscores Ontario Tech’s prominence in its tier, excelling in research impact, industry partnerships, and growth in industry-sponsored research income. The award reflects achievements during the 2022-2023 fiscal year and highlights the university’s strategic focus on technological advancement driven by human values.

Key Rankings and Achievements

  • No. 1 for international government research income in FY 2023
  • No. 2 for international government research income as a percentage of total research income.
  • No. 3 for corporate research income.
  • No. 2 in AI publications and in AI publications as a share of total output (7.9%).

A Philosophy of Innovation

Ontario Tech’s research philosophy is built around engaging with industry, community, and government stakeholders to address pressing global issues. Its strategic areas of focus include health care advancements, sustainable energy solutions, cybersecurity innovations, and educational technology.

Dr. Les Jacobs, Vice-President of Research and Innovation, emphasized the university’s commitment to ethical technology and sustainable development: “The 2024 rankings confirm Ontario Tech’s rapid ascendency as an influential research enterprise… making the right decisions today, for a hopeful future.”

Looking Ahead

Ontario Tech’s consistent recognition as a top-tier research university underscores its role as a leader in innovation, shaping a brighter future through collaboration and discovery.

About Ontario Tech University

Ontario Tech University, established in 2002, is a public research institution situated in Oshawa, Ontario. The university’s primary campus spans roughly 400 acres in northern Oshawa, with an additional campus located in the city’s downtown area.
The institution comprises eight academic divisions: Business and Information Technology; Energy Systems and Nuclear Science; Engineering and Applied Science; Science; Health Science; Social Sciences and Humanities; Education; and Graduate Studies. Learn more on the university here.

 

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