Carleton's Research Excellence Fuels Record Growth
Carleton University has once again been recognized as one of Canada’s fastest growing research-intensive universities in the annual Top 50 Research Universities report by Re$earch Infosource, a leading research and consulting firm.
Carleton continues to excel as a research-intensive university, with sponsored research income surpassing $113.5 million in 2022-23. This achievement secures Carleton’s position among Canada’s top three comprehensive universities and represents a remarkable 108 per cent increase in research investment since 2017.
“Carleton’s exceptional growth in research stems from a culture of innovation and collaboration,” said Interim President and Vice-Chancellor Jerry Tomberlin.
“Our researchers and their teams are driving new discoveries, expanding our impact and paving the way for even greater achievements.”
Carleton also earned top honours for international government research income growth among Canadian comprehensive universities, achieving a 73.4 per cent increase over five years. This milestone reflects the strength of Carleton’s global partnerships and the notable impact its collaborative initiatives.
A leader in Artificial Intelligence research
Carleton’s research excellence is further highlighted by its inclusion in five of Re$earch Infosource’s Winners Circles, which recognize top performers in various categories. Notably, the university’s output of AI-related publications grew by over 200 per cent between 2018 and 2022.
“These rankings are a testament to the excellence of our researchers,” said Rafik Goubran, Carleton’s Vice-President (Research and International).
“Their innovative solutions are addressing the world’s most pressing challenges – and the growth we see in AI is especially impressive, where advancements are accelerating at an unprecedented pace.”
Re$earch Infosource, a trusted authority in research rankings, provides valuable insights for decision-makers across academia, industry and government. Its annual Top 50 Research Universities report highlights the success and influence of institutions like Carleton in driving research and innovation.
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