Applied Research at CNC
The College of New Caledonia supports an applied research approach which is a process of discovering, interpreting, applying, and disseminating new knowledge and is directed toward the enhancement and support of College of New Caledonia programs, services, and learning environment.
CNC supports and encourages its staff to work by the philosophy outlined in its Mission Statement and Strategic Plan to continue on the path of lifelong learning, foster the development of a learning community, and provide enhanced learning opportunities.
Applied Research is a shared collaboration between innovation, internal grants and CNC Research Forest. There are two distinct classifications of grants within Applied Research; they are internal, offered through CNC and external, offered through government bodies such as NSERC, SSHRC & CIHR or through private sector partners.
For more information on Applied Researd at CNC please refer to our Applied Research Management document and our Applied Research Strategic Plan.
ACCC Applied Research Symposium highlights growth, skills for innovation
March 05, 2012, via George Brown College
The annual ACCC Applied Research Symposium held last week in Ottawa featured excellent discussion of capacity building and the continued evolution of college/polytechnic applied research as a key enabler of the innovation economy. Seneca President David Agnew reminded the college community that we are in a lengthy development phase--and of the importance of our unflagging commitment as we chart a future path in developing the applied research layer of the Canadian innovation system. Also productive was recognition of the various tiers of applied research taking place across the system, highlighting as it did the ways in which the college community can work together as innovation enablers--while teaching graduates essential innovation skills.
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ACCC Releases Applied Research Report 2012
February 29, 2012, via Association of Canadian Community Colleges
Colleges and institutes are contributing to innovation in Canada through enhanced research infrastructure, the involvement of faculty and students, and expanded industrial and social innovation partnerships.
In a comprehensive analysis of college applied research partnerships, the authors report that 13,585 students engaged in applied research in 2010-2011, up significantly from 2,500 only three years ago. Additionally, 1,606 faculty and staff, including industrial experts and technicians, engaged in applied research in 2010-11, up by 34% from 2009-10.
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ACCC Releases College-Industry Research Showcase
February 06, 2012, via Association of Canadian Community Colleges
ACCC today released its 2012 showcase of college applied research and innovation projects carried out primarily in partnership with small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Increasing Productivity Through Incremental Innovation - Colleges, Institutes and Polytechnics: Applied Research for Economic and Social Development outlines 105 projects where business processes, products or services improved as a result of innovations introduced by post-secondary students and faculty, and produced in partnership with local industries.
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CNC Given Research Grant
January 18, 2012, via CKPG
CNC has been given a research grant for nearly $200,000 from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council. The research project will try to establish which tree species will be best adapted to the future climate of the Prince George region.
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