Research
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.
Our Research at a Glance
$90 Million
Active Research Funding
200+
Active Industry Collaborations
195
Research Faculty
17
Current and Former Research Chairs
40+
Research Labs and Facilities
Researchers in Action
From emissions monitoring and clean energy to tissue engineering and safer neonatal transport, Carleton experts are developing real-world solutions for a rapidly evolving future — in close collaboration with industry, government, and community partners.
Clean Water Innovation
New approaches to global water sustainability challenges.
Safer Neonatal Transport
Designing systems that protect newborns during transfer.
Tissue Imaging & Bioprinting
Pushing boundaries in medical imaging and regenerative health.
Next-Gen Energy Systems
Exploring sustainable fuels and power generation.
Stories
Learn more about our latest research innovations and achievements.
Creating Vibrant Public Space: How Architecture Builds Community
Over the past few decades, the prevalence of free, accessible public spaces has been declining in cities around the world. Neither home nor work, these …
Carleton University’s Top 10 Stories of 2025
As the 2025 season comes to a close, we reflect on the groundbreaking research, innovative leadership and inspiring community achievements that defined 2025 for Carleton …
Canada Research Chair Awarded Funding to Advance Low-Carbon Technologies
One of Carleton University’s recently renewed Canada Research Chairs (CRC), Reza Kholghy, was awarded new funding in support of his contributions to achieving Canada’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. …
The Future is Quantum
Quantum physics describes the properties of the universe at the smallest of scales. At the sub-atomic level, matter and energy behave in very unexpected ways. …
Our Experts
Carleton is home to many of Canada’s top researchers in engineering, architecture, industrial design, and information technology.
Labiche, Yvan
- Chair and Professor, Department of Systems and Computer Engineering
Rajan, Sreeraman
- Canada Research Chair in Sensor Systems (Tier II) / Professor, Department of Systems and Computer Engineering
Shi, Wei
- Professor, School of Information Technology
Yanikomeroglu, Halim
- Chancellor’s Professor, Department of Systems and Computer Engineering
Achar, Ram
- Professor, Department of Electronics
Amaya, Rony E.
- Associate Professor, Department of Electronics
Atia, Mohamed
- Associate Professor, Department of Systems and Computer Engineering
Chaoui, Hicham
- Professor, Department of Electronics
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