Niagara College named No. 1 research college in Canada in latest top-50 research colleges report

For the second time in less than five years, Niagara College (NC) has hit the No. 1 spot for colleges in Canada for research funding, according to a special report released today. Moving up one spot from last year’s standings, Niagara College is now the No. 1 research college across Canada. This is the ninth year in a row NC has been in the top 10. … Continue reading Niagara College named No. 1 research college in Canada in latest top-50 research colleges report »

Level up your business with BCIC – project intake is ongoing

BCIC team, brainstorming session around a table

Did you know Niagara College’s Business & Commercialization Innovation Centre (BCIC) provides media services that are designed to support businesses as they ‘level up’? We work with small businesses who need that extra support in media execution to take their business to the next level. Our support is designed to get you to a position where working with an agency is feasible. Our media services … Continue reading Level up your business with BCIC – project intake is ongoing »

FBIC one of many partners focused on collaboration in recent webinar

In February, the Food & Beverage Innovation Centre (FBIC) team participated in the Conference Board of Canada’s Council for Innovation and Commercialization virtual meeting focused on collaboration. Industry collaboration for R&D and innovation takes various forms depending on the type of organization you work within; FBIC works in Academic-Industry Collaboration, which focuses on applied research and supporting industry growth through practical applications to assist companies … Continue reading FBIC one of many partners focused on collaboration in recent webinar »

Join us – 32nd Annual Niagara College Gala is back April 6

2024 NC Renaissance Gala

  A revival. A renewal. A reimagining. The Niagara College Gala returns in 2024, ushering in a new era of transformational growth and progress for students. Tickets are going fast for the 32nd Annual Niagara College Renaissance Gala on Sat., April 6, 2024, at the Fallsview Casino Resort. Join us for an elegant evening of decadent food, Niagara College wines, live entertainment, auctions, exciting announcements … Continue reading Join us – 32nd Annual Niagara College Gala is back April 6 »

The value of networking and attending industry events for HESIC

From an Expert's Perspective

This month, we hear from Alberto Hardt and Gabriela Torrens, Research Associates with the Horticultural & Environmental Sciences Innovation Centre. From February 21-22, Niagara College’s (NC) Horticultural & Environmental Sciences Innovation Centre (HESIC) team participated in the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention (OFVC), in Niagara Falls, Ont. This year brought another opportunity to represent NC’s Research & Innovation (R&I) division with a dedicated booth at … Continue reading The value of networking and attending industry events for HESIC »

R&I welcomes Joshua Benz to the role of Research & Development Technologist with WAMIC

Joshua Bunz, new R&D Technologist with WAMIC team.

Research & Innovation is pleased to welcome Joshua Bunz to the team as the Research & Development Technologist with the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC). In his role, Josh supports all laboratory, applied research, and technical service activities related to mechanical engineering. He trains students and graduate employees, along with staff and researchers, on standard and specialized equipment and processes. He also participates in … Continue reading R&I welcomes Joshua Benz to the role of Research & Development Technologist with WAMIC »

Passion projects NC grad Gabriela Torrens towards success in her role with HESIC

Gabriela Torrens, inspecting a plant at the NC greenhouse.

If you would have told Gabriela (Gaby) Torrens that she would be working with Research & Innovation during the entirety of her time as a Niagara College (NC) student, and beyond, she wouldn’t have believed you. “I never thought that I would be working for Research & Innovation this long – it’s so amazing to me that I’ve been able to be part of the … Continue reading Passion projects NC grad Gabriela Torrens towards success in her role with HESIC »