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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.

    Following devastating wildfires in 2014, Laurier researchers helped community members in Kakisa, NWT build capacity to grow their own food. Years later, they have a thriving community garden.

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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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    Deciphering the mysteries of the brain

    Deciphering the mysteries of the brain

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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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    Laurier study finds mothers of autistic children earn 66 cents for each dollar fathers earn

    Laurier study finds mothers of autistic children earn 66 cents for each dollar fathers earn

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    Hockey meets science for NHL alumni game in remote Indigenous community

    Hockey meets science for NHL alumni game in remote Indigenous community

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    Designing virtual reality games to keep seniors active

    Designing virtual reality games to keep seniors active

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    Laurier celebrates excellence in undergraduate research at ACERS 2026

    Laurier celebrates excellence in undergraduate research at ACERS 2026

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    Climate change threatens U.S. state symbols

    Climate change threatens U.S. state symbols

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    Myths vs. realities of homelessness

    Myths vs. realities of homelessness

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    Morgan Holmes awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal for intersex research

    Morgan Holmes awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal for intersex research

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    Laurier CARE Lab students drive YMCA research

    Laurier CARE Lab students drive YMCA research

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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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    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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