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    Research and Innovation

    Wilfrid Laurier University is an exceptional community for research and learning at every level. From our roots in Kitchener-Waterloo as a small Lutheran seminary that opened its doors in 1911, we have evolved into a comprehensive, multi-campus, multi-community university with an expanding research profile.

    Today, Laurier offers big opportunities to deeply engage in research with a community of passionate and leading-edge researchers.

    Research at Laurier is built on commitment to the Canadian and international communities we serve. No matter the field of study, our research connects interdisciplinary scholarship and creative activity with communities to address the most pressing local and global challenges.

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    Inspired Research. Real Impact.

    In disciplines ranging from behavioural neuroscience to music therapy, Laurier researchers are building our collective understanding of the brain.

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    Laurier ranked in the top 13% of global universities in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings

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    Laurier northern research partnership honoured with International Green Gown Award for Benefitting Society

    Laurier northern research partnership honoured with International Green Gown Award for Benefitting Society

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    Nikolai Cook wins Polanyi Prize in Economic Science

    Nikolai Cook wins Polanyi Prize in Economic Science

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    Deciphering the Brain

    Deciphering the Brain

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    Ciann Wilson wins Robbins-Ollivier Award for Excellence in Equity

    Ciann Wilson wins Robbins-Ollivier Award for Excellence in Equity

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    Ontario mandates Laurier-developed mental health crisis response training for police

    Ontario mandates Laurier-developed mental health crisis response training for police

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    Quirks and Quarks: Saving ancient silk road graffiti

    Quirks and Quarks: Saving ancient silk road graffiti

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    First-ever ‘zombie’ fire field data suggests overwintering may not be as destructive as predicted

    First-ever ‘zombie’ fire field data suggests overwintering may not be as destructive as predicted

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    Health Sciences student working to combat coronaviruses through immune response

    Health Sciences student working to combat coronaviruses through immune response

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    Kate Rossiter wins Canada Prize for book about institutional violence

    Kate Rossiter wins Canada Prize for book about institutional violence

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    Student researchers warn of rising temperatures and climate risks

    Student researchers warn of rising temperatures and climate risks

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    Leslie Berger named inaugural Research Chair in Lazaridis School

    Leslie Berger named inaugural Research Chair in Lazaridis School

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    Canadians more likely to engage with nature if prescribed by a doctor

    Canadians more likely to engage with nature if prescribed by a doctor

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    Jennifer Williams receives Banting Discovery Award to study women’s heart and brain health

    Jennifer Williams receives Banting Discovery Award to study women’s heart and brain health

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    Welcoming Afro-Indigeneity in public education

    Welcoming Afro-Indigeneity in public education

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    Laurier CARE Lab students drive YMCA research

    Laurier CARE Lab students drive YMCA research

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    Sustainability education in action: Laurier research in the North

    Sustainability education in action: Laurier research in the North

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    Annual Research Report

    Check out Laurier's Annual Research Report, a look back on some of the incredible achievements of our faculty and students in 2024-25. This is just a snapshot of our varied, impressive output, but clearly demonstrates that Laurier researchers are making a real impact on local and global communities.

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    Inspiring Conversations

    The Inspiring Conversations webinar series showcases the timely, relevant research and expertise of Laurier faculty, staff and alumni.

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      Using AI to Categorize Strategic Situations and Study Human Behavior

      11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

      Paul Martin Centre, Zoom

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      Nov

      Networks and Social Capital in Determining Patterns of Inequality and Immobility

      10 A.M. - 11 A.M.

      Paul Martin Centre, Zoom

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      Nov

      Mini Brains, Major Breakthroughs: What's New in Neuroscience?

      11:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

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      Feb

      Program Evaluation Certificate (PEC)

      5 P.M. - 6:30 P.M.

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      Feb

      Program Evaluation Certificate (PEC)

      5 P.M. - 6:30 P.M.

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    Inspired Industry Partnerships

    Through philanthropy, research and co-operative education, Laurier fosters mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and success. Discover how Laurier is working with industry partners in our campus communities and beyond.

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