The University of Calgary (U of C) has moved up a spot on a recent ranking of Canada’s top research universities, highlighting its growing strength in research funding.

According to Re$earch Infosource, the U of C is now ranked fifth nationally, up from sixth place last year. In 2024, the university brought in over $588 million in external research funding, an increase of nearly eight per cent compared to 2023.

According to U of C, research funding comes from governments, corporations and institutions, both outside and within Alberta.

“UCalgary research improves the world around us. It creates jobs, powers new economic sectors, and it makes Albertans healthier – even saving lives. In just 59 years, the University of Calgary has become a research and innovation powerhouse, competing with

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