AU research

Read about our strategic priorities, learn about AU research institutes and initiatives, and meet our Research Chairs.

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Funding and assistance

There are several ways to secure funding and access support for your research. Click below to find information about the available funding and how to apply.

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Ethics

An ethics review is required for any project involving human or animal participants, or human biological remains. Follow the link to learn more about ethics applications and the review process.

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Partner with us

Whether initiated by faculty or the community, Athabasca University maximizes research impact through ongoing collaborations.

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About the Research Office

Explore research policies, access our Field Planning Guide, get to know our research chairs, and more.

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Research project lifecycle

We work with researchers throughout their research project lifecycle, from proposal development to finishing a project.

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