Research | Faculty of Engineering and Design

Developing Real-world Solutions through Cutting-edge Innovation

The Faculty of Engineering and Design at Carleton University is recognized as one of Canada’s top research institutions in engineering, architecture,
industrial design and information technology.

Our researchers are working to solve the real-world problems of today and tomorrow, developing solutions and technologies that anticipate the ever-evolving needs of society.

Active Research Funding

$90 Million

Active Industry Collaborations

200+

Research Faculty

195

Current and Former Research Chairs

17

Research Labs and Facilities

40+

Labs and Facilities

Centres and Institutes

Research Chairs

Our Research

Learn more about our latest research innovations and achievements

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April 18, 2024

FED Graduate Students Shine at Carleton’s Three Minute Thesis Competition

On March 28, 2024, Carleton University held its annual Three Minute Thesis Competition, with a first round held in the morning, followed by an afternoon in which 10 finalists competed... More

April 9, 2024

Professors Burak Gunay and Carlos Rossa Receive Early Researcher Awards

The Ontario government recently announced that three Carleton researchers will each receive $140,000 Early Researcher Awards (ERA) for their research. The funding will support projects including protecting endangered turtle populations,... More

April 8, 2024

Carleton University Receives New Funding from Intellectual Property Ontario

On April 8, Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON) announced a new investment to support Carleton University in enhancing innovation and intellectual property (IP) commercialization projects. IPON, a provincial agency, provides IP... More