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York University is offering up to $250,000 for COVID-19 research proposals  York University announces funding for new COVID-19 research projects Submission of Research Applications and ORS Checklists Connect with Research & Innovation at York University 

Message from the Vice-President Research & Innovation

York’s commitment to excellence in research is a core institutional value, and the foundation on which our exciting academic environment is built. York is a research-intensive University committed to enhancing the well-being of the communities we serve. We strive to make positive change for our researchers and students, campuses and communities. Through our work, we […]

Research Ethics

UPDATES (January 12, 2024) ORE Launches Online Office Hours Starting on January 17th 2024, the Office of Research Ethics will host virtual office hours via Zoom every Wednesday between 12 pm - 1 pm. Join Zoom meeting to attend virtual office hours (opens in new window) Meeting ID: 966 4558 9774 Please drop in if you […]

Controlled Goods

Innovation York will help you determine if you need to register with the federal government through the Controlled Goods Program and will perform the necessary steps to complete that registration on your behalf. What is the Controlled Goods Program? The Controlled Goods Program is a stringent security system mandated by the Defense Production Act of Canada […]

Strategic & Institutional Research Initiatives

The Strategic and Institutional Research Initiatives (SIRI) unit provides strategic support and advice to faculty on large-scale and institutional grants as well as supporting awards, chairs, and prizes. SIRI facilitates peer-review of institutional grants, manages internal processes to support VPRI decision-making in determining what projects will be supported by the institution, and works with faculty […]

Grants & Applications

The Grants and Applications unit in the Office of Research Services provides support to researchers in applying for external research funding. The unit circulates information on select funding sources and holds information sessions, reviews grant applications, notifies researchers and Faculties of grant results, and maintains high quality research data. ORS also supports internal review committees […]

Research Excellence

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Innovation York

We facilitate and maximize the commercial, economic, and social impacts of research & innovation, and create a culture of engaged scholarship and experiential learning. Check out the Innovation York website for more information. Agreements Whether you’re a faculty member, post doc, or graduate student, Innovation York has a myriad of services that can support your […]

Research Impact Canada

Research Impact Canada (RIC) is a pan-Canadian network dedicated to maximizing the impact of research for public good. RIC was established by York University and the University of Victoria in 2006. RIC is a national, bilingual network that helps universities and other organizations across Canada maximize the impact of research for their communities. From sharing […]