Staff Initiated Research Fund (SIRF)
SIRF is intended to foster original, externally focused research by full-time staff or faculty of Humber College. SIRF funds are intended to provide staff with modest amounts of research funding to explore strategic research initiatives. Pilot studies, proofs of concept and principle, and many other types of projects can receive seed funding through this program.
The SIRF process is designed to be competitive, transparent and equitable. An effort will be made to award SIRF funds across the College (i.e., to applicants from a number of Schools/Departments) and priority will be given to projects that directly engage students in the research process.
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Humber has been awarded a 3 year SSHRC grant under the Institutional Grant program (SIG). 1-2 SIRF projects per year will be funded under SIG.
Please note: Only projects that fall under the SSHRC discipline will be eligible for SIG.
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Research and Development with Industry (CONII)
Humber provides research services for small-to-medium sized (SME)businesses to solve technical problems with new products and services through various colleges, Schools, faculty expertise and student skills.
Colleges Ontario Network for Industry Innovation (CONII) is an initiative launched by the Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation. It is comprised of 20 Ontario colleges who share resources, knowledge and capabilities to help Ontario businesses grow in areas of innovation, commercialization and globalization.
Researchers contribute to real industry situations by providing expertise for project issues, and mentoring students through research projects,and working with industry partners. Many projects are funded and provide opportunities for exploring and acquiring new technologies.
Researchers’ involvement in research projects provides businesses with access to student skills and faculty expertise by introducing new technologies in the commercial market.
Professional Development
Humber Research provides professional development opportunities often in conjunction with Humber’s Professional Development Office. Some of these opportunities include events, courses, seminars, custom-training workshops and conferences.
Engaging in research at Humber offers further professional development opportunities to researchers:
Industry Knowledge
Enhanced insight into industry trends and access to experts and knowledge from various sectors and disciplines.
Multidisciplinary and Cross-Institutional Interaction
Opportunities to interact with researchers from other Humber Schools, as well as other postsecondary institutions, will allow for multidisciplinary collaborations that will support your future research engagement.
Teaching and Learning
Involving your students in research activities not only enhances their learning experience but also your teaching experience. Engaging students in your research endeavours or in class projects leads to the development of mentorship skills through fledgling researchers.
Innovation Humber Incubator
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