CU@Kanata Talks
In-depth conversations with students and innovators turning ideas into action.
About the Series
CU@Kanata Talks highlights students, student groups, alumni, and innovators who are creating meaningful impact through real-world projects, collaboration, and perseverance.
Filmed in Ross Video’s professional recording studio, each episode offers a closer look at the people behind the work—how they started, what they learned, and where they are headed next.
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Featured Speakers
Aerospace Engineering / President of Blackbird UAV
Kevin is a fourth-year Aerospace Engineering student at Carleton University and the President of the Blackbird UAV student organization. His leadership and hands-on work in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles are a key reason he stood out to us. During the interview, Kevin shared why he chose Carleton, how he leads the Blackbird UAV team, and the innovative work his team is doing in the UAV space.
Master of Science in Biochemistry / Lead Research Tech, Nuvobio
George Hilan., a Carleton Science biochemistry grad whose path has taken him from campus research to NuvoBio, a biotech venture that spun out of Carleton University. George has a real gift for translating complex biochemical concepts into clear, engaging explanations, making this episode as accessible as it is fascinating.
Founder of 3XMAG Technologies / UAV Innovation
Pablo Arzate, a two-time Carleton grad and founder of 3XMAG Technologies, is building UAV-based tools to detect what’s happening underground—from critical minerals to buried infrastructure and unexploded ordnance. From Carleton’s Master of Design to Invest Ottawa’s prototyping lab, Pablo developed a passion for building and testing ideas. Now pursuing a Master of Entrepreneurship, he’s applying that experience to dual-use innovation and advanced manufacturing, including a recent pilot project at Mer Bleue Bog.
Anjali Patel, a Carleton Computer Science graduate now pursuing her MBA, is the Founder & CEO of Prototyp3.
While balancing her studies, she launched Prototyp3 to help students turn ideas into reality through hands-on prototyping support, mentorship, and accessible innovation tools. Her journey highlights how combining technical skills with an entrepreneurial mindset can create real impact—and empower others to build, test, and grow their ideas.