Research Vision
York conducts purposeful research that advances knowledge and creates positive change. York is committed to excellence in research and scholarship in all its forms. Informed by a strong commitment to shared values, including the promotion of social justice, diversity, and the public good, we aspire through our research to better understand the human condition and the world around us and to employ the knowledge we gain in the service of society. Intensive engagement in research is a core institutional value that permeates the fabric of the University, and it is this foundation on which York’s vibrant and exciting academic environment is built.
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York’s Global Research Excellence (GRE) Seed Fund
The new Global Research Excellence (GRE) Seed Fund empowers York to drive positive change by supporting York’s emerging and established research leaders collaboratively build and lead impactful global research networks.
New CV tool, Discover York Academics, spotlights faculty scholarly work
Discover York Academics is a new electronic curriculum vitae (eCV) tool for faculty to centrally host their academic and professional accomplishments in one online profile. Faculty can easily manage, store and share research, publications, scholarly and creative works as well as grants and other teaching and professional activities. For more info, read a YFile story here.
The Organized Research Units at York U launch the Big Thinking Lecture Series
Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, the Big Thinking Lecture Series brings together today’s leading experts to tackle big ideas and ask big questions.
York U launches powerful resource to inspire action towards a greener future
“By offering a chance to not just learn about sustainability, but to make a difference and inspire others, the Microlecture Series is a powerful resource in our collective quest for a better future,” says York University’s Vice-President of Research and Innovation Amir Asif.
Read ASCEND Magazine, an annual publication focused on York research & innovation
ASCEND is a magazine designed to showcase cutting-edge research and innovation activities in which our students, faculty, alumni, and staff are engaged. York is an international leader in research output, the recipient of countless research awards and accolades, and the creator of thriving innovation units. First and foremost, though, is our commitment to ensuring that our research efforts drive positive change through the sharing and application of our work.
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Read the latest issue of 'ASPIRE'
“ASPIRE” is a special edition of YFile publishing on select Fridays. It showcases research and innovation at York University. “ASPIRE” offers compelling and accessible stories about the world-leading and policy-relevant work of changemakers in all Faculties and professional schools across York and encompasses both discovery and applied research. “ASPIRE” replaces the previous special issue “Brainstorm.”
Podcast or Perish: Episode 44
The latest episode of Podcast or Perish features Dr. Susan Dieleman, the newly appointed and inaugural Jarislowsky Chair in Trust and Political Leadership at the University of Lethbridge. Dieleman is an expert on the influential philosophy of Richard Rorty.
Podcast or Perish is a podcast about academic research and why it matters. Join podcast host Cameron Graham, professor of Accounting at Schulich School of Business, for a special 10-part series featuring extraordinary researchers and creators at York University and their innovative methodologies and approaches. A new episode is launched every month.
Podcast or Perish is supported by York University’s Office of the Vice-President Research & Innovation in partnership with Schulich School of Business.
March 28, 2024
Alumna leads unique climate action initiative
March 21, 2024
Connected Minds awards inaugural seed grants
March 19, 2024
Federal government awards York researchers over $1.5M
February 29, 2024
Five York-led research projects receive over $3M in new CIHR funding
January 31, 2024
Professors receive CIHR grants to advance dementia research
January 12, 2024
Lassonde innovator making concrete, infrastructure better
January 9, 2024
War on bugs can’t be won, York U researchers declare
January 5, 2024
Celebrating 2023: revisit York’s top 10 moments
January 5, 2024
Biomedicine innovator earns awards, leadership role
December 20, 2023
Intellectual property services at York give startups innovation edge
December 5, 2023
York collaborates on new app to help women experiencing abuse
December 1, 2023
Using AI to enhance well-being for under-represented groups
November 29, 2023
York-developed safe water innovation earns international praise
November 21, 2023
Researchers help unravel brain processes involved in vision
November 17, 2023
Provostial fellowships support scholars from marginalized groups
March 2024 Aspire
Lassonde research boosts accuracy of GPS positioning in smartphones
March 2024 Aspire
Faculty of Health study explores pros and cons of preschoolers in sports
March 2024 Aspire
Five York-led research projects receive over $3M in new CIHR funding
December 2023 Aspire
York researcher traverses tick-infested terrain to beat back insect apocalypse
December 2023 Aspire
De-escalating robocops? York study imagines future of crisis response
December 2023 Aspire
Voice-activated sexism: exploring consequences of gendered technology
December 2023 Aspire
York U sociologist travels to COP28 to research Indigenous climate leadership
December 2023 Aspire
York announces new funds to promote Black scholarship
December 2023 Aspire
York alumni-founded startup breathes new air into industry
December 2023 Aspire
Intellectual property services at York give startups innovation edge
October 27, 2023
Announcing York's new associate director research security
October 2023 Aspire
York’s world-leading vision research program looks towards the future
October 2023 Aspire
York U health researcher tackles TB stigma through partnership in India
October 2023 Aspire
New partnership empowers businesses through applied research
October 2023 Aspire
York researchers receive federal funding for knowledge mobilization projects
A message from the Vice-President Research & Innovation
York is a research-intensive University committed to enhancing the well-being of the communities we serve. Through our work, we seek to contribute to the economic, scientific, cultural and social health of our society. We strongly believe in the power of research, scholarship, creativity, education and dialogue to transform ourselves and the world around us for the better.
2 Minutes, 3 Questions video series
The popular 2 Minutes, 3 Questions video series, launched in 2017, offers compelling interviews with York’s researchers and academics about the significance and impact of their work as changemakers.
To watch more videos from the 2 Minutes, 3 Questions video series, check out our Youtube channel.
Research & Innovation at a Glance
We are a research-intensive University that is committed to advancing knowledge, creating positive change and enhancing the well-being of the communities we serve.
World ranking “high”
York’s research output ranked “very high” (QS World University
Rankings, 2021).
No. 1
York is the top ranked university in Canada for publications on COVID-19 &
Mathematical Modeling, with researchers ranked Nos. 1, 3, 4 & 6 in the
country (SciVal, 2021).
No. 1
York is the top ranked university in Canada for publications on galaxies,
stars & galactic evolution with the No. 1 researcher in the country:
Science Prof Adam Muzzin, with 30 publications & a 354-citation count.
(SciVal, 2021).
No. 1
York ranked No. 1 in citation impact in Nursing & Health Professions
(SciVal, 2020-21).
No. 2
York ranks second academic institution in the world for Heart
Rehabilitation, Secondary Prevention & Metabolic Equivalent, with the No.
1 researcher in the world: Health Prof Sherry Grace (SciVal, 2021).
Top 3
ranking of @YUResearch compared to other Canadian university research
Twitter accounts, no. of followers, with a potential reach of 5+ million.
Engagement rate jumped by 68% over last year (2021).
Innovation York
supported 179 start-up ventures, which have raised
$16.8M+, generated $18.1M+ in revenue, & created 263 jobs.
Innovation York
• engaged with 354 students, 177 community & industry partners to
support $27M in grant applications
• facilitated 292 experiential learning opportunities.
Learn More
Get to know more about our research strengths and opportunities in the Strategic Research Plan for 2023-2028