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Mohawk IDEAWORKS promotional graphic with a maroon background and gold accents. On the left, two researchers review notes together at a table. On the right, bold white and gold text reads: "Clear Your Research Hurdles Early," followed by a box containing the text "Find Support with the Research Ethics Board." The Mohawk IDEAWORKS logo appears at the top center.
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September 28, 2026

Got Research Ethics Questions? Join the REB Virtual Office Hours

Published: Fall 2026 Are you planning a research project involving human participants, preparing an ethics submission, or refining your consent forms? The Mohawk College Research Ethics Board (REB) is hosting monthly Virtual Office Hours throughout the Fall term to help you navigate the ethics review...
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Title graphic reading 'Breaking Barriers to 3D Printing: IDEAWORKS and Bambu Lab' alongside two students examining a 3D-printed component in front of Bambu Lab 3D printers at Mohawk College's Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre.
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September 9, 2026

Breaking Barriers to 3D Printing: IDEAWORKS and Bambu Lab

At IDEAWORKS, new technology is helping turn ideas into prototypes faster and more affordably. Through the Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre’s (AMIC) longstanding relationship with Hamilton-based 3D Printing Canada, AMIC has gained access to Bambu Lab’s high-performance Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printers. The collaboration has...
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A promotional graphic for a "Funding Opportunity" featuring a person in a white lab coat working in a research setting with a microscope and test tubes, overlaid with a purple-toned filter. Large white and orange text reads: "IDEAWORKS Exchange Grants 2026-2027 for Faculty." The bottom of the image features the logos for the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and Mohawk IDEAWORKS Centre for Emerging Research Initiatives.
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May 8, 2026

Funding Opportunity: IDEAWORKS Exchange Grants 2026-2027 for Faculty

Are you looking to amplify the impact of your research or spark new collaborations in your field? IDEAWORKS at Mohawk College is pleased to announce a new funding stream designed specifically to support knowledge mobilization and research dissemination. Through the SSHRC Institutional Grants (SIG) program,...
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A wide graphic featuring stylized illustrations of bees, flowers, drones, and research icons arranged in three vertical panels. The Mohawk Foundation and Mohawk IDEAWORKS logos appear at the top with the text Steeves Family Innovation Fund.
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December 5, 2025

Bees to drones to AI tools for wounds: Research at forefront of climate action, digital health, tech tool innovations

Inaugural Steeves Family Innovation Fund awards super charge applied research Investigating the might of mites threatening honey bee colonies around the globe. Using artificial intelligence algorithms to create a portable tool for remote wound monitoring and diagnostics and improve patient outcomes.   Assessing the effectiveness...
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September 9, 2026

Breaking Barriers to 3D Printing: IDEAWORKS and Bambu Lab

At IDEAWORKS, new technology is helping turn ideas into prototypes faster and more affordably. Through the Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre’s (AMIC) longstanding relationship with Hamilton-based 3D Printing Canada, AMIC has gained access to Bambu Lab’s high-performance Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printers. The collaboration has...
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April 10, 2026

IDEAS TO IMPACT 2026: POSTER COMPETITION WINNERS ANNOUNCED

An array of exceptional research projects were recognized at the 2026 Ideas to Impact conference poster competition, each addressing pressing community and industry challenges through applied research and innovation. JUDGES CHOICE #1 | LEARNING 2GETHER Team: Adam Dolson, Bindu Pariyar, Seyvouty Chan, Haniyeh Jalayeri, Amritpal...
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January 28, 2026

Giving Industry an Additive Manufacturing Edge: AMIC Featured by the Canada Foundation for Innovation

The Additive Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC) at Mohawk College is proud to be featured in a recent research story by the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI). The article, titled “Giving industry an additive manufacturing edge,” explores how AMIC is transforming the landscape for Canadian businesses...
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January 20, 2026

Connect with the Research Ethics Board: Spring 2026 Office Hours

Are you planning a research project at Mohawk College? Navigating the ethical considerations of a project is a crucial step in the process, and you don’t have to do it alone. The Research Ethics Board (REB) is pleased to announce its upcoming virtual Office Hours...
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December 17, 2025

Applied Research 101 (High School Edition) Launched, Students to Explore Real-World Innovation Before College

What does “applied research” really mean—and why does it matter for students before they ever step foot on a college campus? Applied research is designed to solve practical problems in the modern world, rather than to generate knowledge for its own sake. Its goal is...
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December 5, 2025

Bees to drones to AI tools for wounds: Research at forefront of climate action, digital health, tech tool innovations

Inaugural Steeves Family Innovation Fund awards super charge applied research Investigating the might of mites threatening honey bee colonies around the globe. Using artificial intelligence algorithms to create a portable tool for remote wound monitoring and diagnostics and improve patient outcomes.   Assessing the effectiveness...
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December 4, 2025

Mohawk College ranked 2nd nationally, 1st provincially in applied research

The College also ranked 1st in Large College Research Income, 2nd in College Research Intensity Funds per Researcher and 3rd for Completed Research Projects. Hamilton, ON – Mohawk College stands out as one of Canada’s top research colleges, ranking 2nd nationally in the 2025 Canada’s Top 50...
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November 6, 2025

IDEAWORKS at Mohawk College Awarded NSERC Grant to Explore Artificial Intelligence in Museum Practices

HAMILTON, ON – Mohawk College has been awarded $359,998 from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) to expand ‘Remembering Their Faces’ , a national research project using ethical artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance how Canadian museums preserve and share their photographic collections....
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September 15, 2025

Mohawk IDEAWORKS Launches SSHRC Exchange Grants to Support Faculty Research

September 2025 — Mohawk IDEAWORKS has been awarded funding through the SSHRC Institutional Grants (SIG) program, which provides resources to Canadian postsecondary institutions to enhance research excellence in the social sciences and humanities. Through this support, IDEAWORKS is launching SSHRC Exchange Grants, available annually until...
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August 11, 2025

REB Office Hours Return This Fall to Support Ethics Applications

Need Help with Your REB Application? Attend Upcoming Office HoursSupport available for faculty, staff, and students preparing for ethics submissions The Research Ethics Board at Mohawk College, in collaboration with IDEAWORKS, is launching a series of office hours to help guide the Mohawk community through the...
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July 15, 2025

Celebrating Applied AI That Makes a Difference

On AI Appreciation Day, IDEAWORKS is proud to celebrate the researchers, students, and industry partners using artificial intelligence to solve real-world challenges. Our focus on applied research means we’re not just exploring AI in theory. Instead, we’re putting it to work in ways that are...
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May 30, 2025

7 IDEAWORKS Applied Research Achievements for 7 Days of Canadian Innovation

May 30, 2025 – To wrap up Canadian Innovation Week, we’re highlighting 7 applied research achievements that showcase the strength of collaboration, innovation, and impact at IDEAWORKS 1️⃣ Steeves Family Innovation Fund Launches with $250K GiftDate: April 17, 2025Glen and Heather Steeves donated $250,000 to...
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