Research Innovation Office, Memorial University

Memorial University of Newfoundland's Research Innovation Office is now on LinkedIn! We support our faculty, students and staff move ideas towards opportunities via industry connection, funding, intellectual property support and programming.

Our office looks forward to Research Week at Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador every year, and we were so delighted to host two sessions as part of the 2024 week. Thanks to the Office of Research for including one of our events in your summary for this year. “A huge thank you to everyone for making the time and space to participate in sessions, ask questions, meet colleagues and appreciate the incredible work that’s going on around us,” said Dr. Tana Allen, vice-president (research). 

#WaybackWednesday Our Faculty of Business Administration at Memorial University of Newfoundland, MBA and MER students had an incredible experience attending the in-person CDL-Atlantic event earlier this fall in Halifax, NS. We can’t wait to see how these experiences translate into their future success! 🌟 Students will next have the opportunity to work with exciting, world-class early-stage companies and get hands on exposure to innovation and entrepreneurship. RIO is proud to lead this program for Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador. The support of ACOA - APECA, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador - The Department of Innovation, Energy and Technology and the generosity from CDL-Atlantic Founding Partner Mr. Mark Dobbin makes this program possible. Thank you to CDL-Atlantic Venture Manager, Newfoundland and Labrador Bronwyn Woolfrey for the ongoing support, and to Dr. Carlos Bazan, who serves as the academic lead for this program. #MBA #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Networking #CDLAtlantic #FutureLeaders

We are grateful to everyone who joined us last week for Research mobilization: A strategy for solving Canada’s innovation paradox! Thank you to Dr. Tana Allen for setting the stage for this session on the final day of Research Week 2024. Also, a special thanks to Dr. Carlos Bazan for his insightful opening address and to our esteemed panelists Sidra Anwar, Dr. Christina Bottaro, Nikitha Kendyala, Ph. D. and Dr. Brian Veitch for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion. Your expertise and perspectives illuminated the challenges and opportunities within Canada’s innovation ecosystem, inspiring meaningful dialogue on bridging the gap between research and market application. To our attendees—students, researchers, and industry professionals—thank you for your enthusiasm and interest in advancing innovation in Canada. Your participation is what makes events like this so impactful. Let’s continue this critical conversation and work toward solutions that strengthen our innovation ecosystem. #Innovation #ResearchWeek2024 #ResearchMobilization #Innovation #ResearchImpact #Collaboration #Entrepreneurship   Springboard Atlantic Inc., Faculty of Business Administration at Memorial University of Newfoundland

🎉 Celebrating Innovation at Memorial University🎉   RIO’s IP Advisor, Dion Hicks sits on the advisory committee for the Student Design Hub, and last night attended the incredible 3rd Annual Student Design Showcase and Sponsorship Event at Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador! 🚀   The event brought together talented students from various disciplines to pitch their innovative design ideas, aiming to secure sponsorships that will allow them to represent Newfoundland and Labrador at international design competitions. 🌍✨   A huge congratulations to MUNStar-1 CubeSat and Force 7 Sailing for winning the prestigious “Best in Show” award! 🏆   #MUN #StudentInnovation #Design #Showcase #BestInShow #NewfoundlandAndLabrador #InnovationAtMUN

🎉 Join us for Research Week! 🎉 The Research Innovation Office is excited to celebrate Research Week with two engaging events that highlight innovation and collaboration. 📅 Nov. 27th: Understanding the Scientific Research and Experimental Development Program for Newfoundland and Labrador ventures ▪️ Join representatives from the CRA for this webinar tailored specifically for businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador that will provide an in-depth overview of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Program. 🖥️ Webinar: 10-11:30 am NST 📌 Registration: https://lnkd.in/ggZTh7yY 📅 Nov. 29th: Research mobilization: A strategy for solving Canada’s innovation paradox ▪️ Join Professor Dr. Carlos Bazan and an esteemed panel of researchers and industry leaders as they discuss Canada's innovation paradox and strategies to drive success. 🗺️ Location: BN 4015, Faculty of Business Administration Building, St. John's campus, 11:30 am-1:00 pm NST 📌 Registration: https://lnkd.in/eY22Mh9a #Innovation #SRED #ResearchWeek2024 #TaxCredits #ResearchMobilization #Innovation #Canada #EconomicGrowth #Policy #ResearchImpact #InnovationStrategy #Event Springboard Atlantic Inc., The Office of Public Engagement, Memorial University, Faculty of Business Administration at Memorial University of Newfoundland

🌟 Fuel Your Innovation with SR&ED! 🌟 Join us for a webinar tailored to Newfoundland and Labrador businesses on the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Program. Discover how this valuable Canadian tax incentive can help businesses reduce R&D costs and accelerate growth! Hear from expert speakers from the Canada Revenue Agency: ▪️ Robert Thomas – Research and Technology Advisor ▪️Brian Neil – Research and Technology Policy Coordinator ▪️Jacinthe-Laure LeBel – Financial Reviewer ▪️Dr. Jocelyne Faddoul – Research and Technology Manager What you’ll learn: ✅ How the SR&ED program works and how it benefits businesses in Newfoundland and Labrador ✅ The types of activities that qualify for SR&ED tax incentives ✅ Tips for documenting and tracking your R&D work ✅Best practices for maximizing your SR&ED claims ✅Insights into common pitfalls and how to avoid them 📅 Part of Memorial University's #ResearchWeek2024, organized by the Research Innovation Office and the Canada Revenue Agency. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ggZTh7yY #Innovation #SRED #NewfoundlandAndLabrador #ResearchWeek2024 #TaxCredits

Today our office is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Springboard Atlantic Inc. in Newfoundland and Labrador 🎉 Thank you Tana Allen, Vice-President (Research), Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador for starting the event with welcoming remarks. Big congratulations to all of the success stories shared today, that truly showcased the impact of Springboard across the province. Virtual Marine Len Zedel & Mohammad Mousavi LadderSpike Inc Ocean Startup Project | Projet Startup Des Océans Genesis Gary Thompson Special shout out to Springboard team members Chris Fevens & Theresa MacLeod for planning such a successful event. 👏

🚀 Unlocking Canada’s Innovation Potential 🌍 Canada faces a critical innovation paradox - join us for an engaging discussion, where we explore the gap between high levels of research investment and output and lower-than-expected commercialization outcomes Including an opening address from Dr. Carlos Bazan, followed by a panel of distinguished researchers and industry leaders who will explore the implications of this paradox for the university context. 🗓 Date: Fri, Nov 29, 2024 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM NST 📍 Location: Social Changemaker Space, Business Administration, BN-4015 ✅ Registration required: https://lnkd.in/gJMApckX Don't miss out on this chance to be part of the conversation. #ResearchMobilization #Innovation #Canada #EconomicGrowth #Policy #ResearchImpact #InnovationStrategy #Event #Leadership #researchweek2024 Springboard Atlantic Inc.

💡 Our friends at the Centre for Social Enterprise | Memorial University have an exciting week of events planned for Social Enterprise Week. 📆 Tuesday, Nov 19 - Saturday, Nov 23 🔗 More details here: https://lnkd.in/eS7UtfWk #socialenterprise #innovation #SocialImpact #SocialChangemaker