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Innovation UBC works with UBC's researchers to support and accelerate the translation of their research into real-world impacts.
There are many pathways to generating social, health, environmental and economic benefits from the outstanding research at UBC. Collaborations between researchers and industry, government and non-profit organizations can power the translation of research discoveries into the next generation of products, treatments, services, applications and technologies for the benefit of local and global communities.
With our robust suite of services, our team of experts, guided by our Advisory Council, will work with you on the best approaches that will enable you to propel your vision from idea to impact.
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Latest Announcements & Stories
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September 28, 2026The right solution for Canada: UBC engineers are innovating tools to advance national security, sovereignty, and economic priorities
A UBC engineering lab is turning federal defense funding into engineering solutions and collaborative manufacturing capacity that will allow Canada to strengthen its Arctic sovereignty and fortify its defense capacity independently and more cost-effectively.
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August 31, 2026Apply for Venture Founder Spring 2027 — Innovation UBC's 16-Week Entrepreneurship Program
Have a discovery to commercialize or a startup idea you're ready to build? Applications for our Spring 2027 cohort are now open until October 11.
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September 11, 202626 new UBC ventures join Venture Founder’s fall 2026 cohort
This September, 26 new teams are joining our Venture Founder program, building companies across health, biotechnology, advanced engineering, agriculture, fintech, sustainability, accessibility, and AI.
Latest Events
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December 1, 2026Innovation UBC's 2026 Venture Showcase
Join us for our 2026 Venture Showcase, Innovation UBC's annual event spotlighting UBC ventures moving research to impact.
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November 6, 2026Lunch & Learn: Patent Search
Join us online for a primer on using patent search to identify future competition, potential collaborators, and economic signals, with Cynthia Shippam.
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October 9, 2026Lunch & Learn: Building a Landing Page With AI
Having a landing page is essential when you're establishing your brand. Join us for this virtual event with Oliver Mann, Senior Manager, Marketing & Events.
