Why Participate In Research Partnerships?

For Industry

Brock University is home to a diverse community of skilled researchers and state-of-the-art facilities across different disciplines. We invite businesses of all sizes to explore collaborative opportunities with our talented faculty and students.    

  • Access research experts 
  • Train and attract new talent 
  • Access advanced research infrastructure 
  • Improve and develop the products and processes essential to your business 
  • Acquire funding through Partnership Grants 

For Researchers

Collaborating with industry partners offers valuable opportunities for Brock researchers and students to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges. 

  • Exposure to new ideas and problems 
  • Hands-on training and networking opportunities for students 
  • Acquire funding through Partnership Grants 
  • Access to industry resources, data, and expertise 
  • Increase the impact of your research program 

Getting Started

Brock supports these collaborations through helping to identify potential partners, assistance with grant applications for partnership funding, and managing the contract negotiations needed for a collaboration. 

We recommend reaching out to us for assistance with your initial contact or meeting with your prospective partner. While embarking on research with a partner offers many advantages, it also brings additional dimensions to consider. We are here to help.   

Partnership Process