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Let's Build Something Transformative Together

UBC is globally recognized in research and innovation, with a strong track record of industry collaborations that drive real-world impact.

Partnering with UBC isn’t just about research—it’s about creating lasting impact, accelerating innovation and solving global challenges.

Leverage UBC’s world-class research and dynamic innovation ecosystem to:

Life Sciences, Precision Health and Biomedical Engineering

AI, Quantum Computing & Digital Sovereignty

Clean Energy, Critical Minerals & Climate Competitiveness

Agriculture/ Aquaculture Innovation, Food Security and Sustainability

Defence Innovation, Cybersecurity and Dual-Use Technologies

UBC researchers attract over $900 million in research funding each year across approximately 10,000 projects, of which over 10 per cent are industry-sponsored collaborations. We are a community of over 70,000 students, more than 7,300 faculty members, and over 13,500 staff, working across two campuses in Vancouver and the Okanagan. Our network includes numerous research centers and affiliated institutions worldwide.
Enhanced Investment and Cost Efficiency
Leverage your research investment through access to extensive funding programs and cost-sharing mechanisms, maximizing ROI and reducing time-to-market.
Strategic Visibility & Market Presence
Showcase your research impact through strategic partnerships, industry workshops and symposia that elevate your brand and policy influence.

Intellectual Property & Long-Term Collaboration
Co-develop new technologies and shared IP strategies through sustained research alliances.
Partnering with UBC is designed to be simple, flexible, and scalable, whether you are seeking a short-term collaboration or a long-term strategic partnership.
Focused Research Collaborations
Establish a focused collaborative research partnership with a specific UBC researcher or research team to solve a specific challenge through a sponsored research agreement.
Multi-Partner Research Initiatives
Establish an (interdisciplinary) research team to target a specific research question or a broader industry, social or technological challenge. Large private or public-private partnerships are an ideal way to tackle these research challenges.