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Red Deer Polytechnic named among top 50 research polytechnics and colleges in Canada

Dec 10, 2023 | 1:20 PM

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) has been named among the top 50 polytechnics and colleges in Canada for research.

RDP ranks 43rd on the list put out by Research Infosource Inc., but also ranks fourth for completed research projects, 19th for research partnerships, and 17th for paid student researchers.

“To be recognized across Canada for our multi-disciplinary applied research is an honour and it reflects RDP’s commitment to advancing our research capacity,” says Dr. Tonya Wolfe, Associate Vice President, Applied Research. “We are excited to continue growing our partnerships and solving challenges for industry and the community. By aligning our teaching, learning and applied research with Alberta’s key economic and social priorities, we make a significant impact in the province and beyond.”

In 2022, Red Deer Polytechnic attracted more than $2 million in applied research investment, RDP notes.

RDP’s Centre for Innovation in Manufacturing-Technology Access Centre (CIM-TAC), alone, completed 64 projects for 57 companies and had more than 1,300 engagements with business and industry partners in 2022.

CIM-TAC houses $7.6 million in prototype and advanced manufacturing equipment.

Among other things, RDP students, faculty and staff are currently engaged in applied research with community partners such as the Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre, whose building is on campus.

To explore how RDP can support your industrial or community-based challenges, visit rdpolytech.ca/innovation.

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