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In the Faculty of Applied Sciences, we strive to understand and improve the world and our lives through technology, exploring how we can use tech for good!

Innovation through the use of technology lies at the centre of our research. With world-class researchers, we have been able to respond to some of the greatest challenges of our time. With a rich, interdisciplinary history of innovation, the Faculty of Applied Sciences cultivates technology leaders, focusing on vital research like preventing brain and spinal injuries and advancing sustainable energy solutions in various fields including cleantech, transportation, smart manufacturing, and agritech.

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Key Research Areas

We invite you to explore and learn more about our key research areas and partner with us to make a meaningful difference for present and future generations. Here are just a few examples of our many successful areas of research:

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Biomedical Technology
  • Clean Energy
  • Communications, Signal Processing & Networking
  • Computer Engineering
  • Databases and Data Mining
  • Energy Modelling
  • Hydrogen 
  • Industrial & Power Electronics
  • Intelligent Systems and Controls
  • Microelectronics 
  • Power & Energy Systems
  • Sustainable Transportation
  • Software Engineering, Networks and Systems
  • Systems & Robotics
  • Visual and Interactive Computing

Your support will help develop innovative solutions to some of the world’s most pressing problems and continue to advance leading research in computing science.

To learn more about supporting research in Applied Sciences, contact: 

Karina Chow

Director, Advancement

karina_chow@sfu.ca
604-308-9582

Katie Hearn

Senior Associate Director, Advancement

katie_hearn@sfu.ca
604-999-1546

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