Partner With Us and Transform Tomorrow

At UBC Applied Science, our core purpose is to discover, design and innovate. We work with partners from all industry sectors to develop novel solutions to complex challenges - contributing to our partners' success and making a positive impact in the world.

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Partner With Applied Science

When you collaborate with us, you gain access to renowned researchers working in state-of-the-art facilities, while also helping nurture the talent your organization needs to thrive.

Why Partner With Us?

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Industry Partnerships

Our case studies show how we collaborate with our entrepreneurial partners to advance ideas into reality. Read about our industry partnerships. 

Partnerships in Action

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Research and Partnerships Team

Our dedicated team will work with you to identify collaborative opportunities to help your organization grow - whether that's by sponsoring a capstone project or embarking on a multi-year research project that generates maximum value.

MEET THE TEAM

 

“UBC’s Faculty of Applied Science stands at the forefront of innovation, with nearly 300 patents issued for novel technologies developed by Applied Science researchers, exemplifying our commitment to accelerate the implementation of real-world environmental and economically sustainable innovations."

Walter Merida

Walter Mérida

Associate Dean, Research and Industrial Partnerships, Faculty of Applied Science

 

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Strategic Plan in Action

Partner with Applied Science to build a mutually beneficial relationship that can transform your organization. Together, we'll develop the innovative solutions needed to benefit people, communities and our planet.

Our Plan in Action

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UBC Applied Science Research + Partnerships Annual Report

Learn more about the Faculty's accomplishments on impactful research, complex challenges and strategic partnerships in our 2022 Annual Report.

Download Report [5 MB]

Let's work together

Join us. Bring research and innovation insight to your biggest challenges. We work with industry, non-profit and government partners to accelerate solutions for the future.

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