Research in Action
Research that is making a difference
Cape Breton University’s researchers and students are involved in innovative, creative and world-class research across fields and disciplines. Often engaging in work with positive impacts locally and globally, CBU’s researchers have fostered a culture and reputation for creating meaningful, original and thorough research. In the News and Achievements section of this website, discover how world-class researchers at CBU are making a difference on a global scale.
Snapshots
Cape Breton University is proud to share our latest Research Snapshots.
Do you have a short research announcement that you’d like to share? Did you publish an article? Are you a keynote at an upcoming conference? Have you been nominated for an Association prize? Submit your Research Snapshot below to share with the research community.
Celebrating the work of CBU researchers
Please explore the links below to learn about the extraordinary research achievements taking place at Cape Breton University. Here, among other important updates, the Office of Research and Graduate Studies shares news of publications, funding announcements and researchers in the media.
President’s Award for Excellence in Research Winners
Research Chairs
CBU is proud to host five Canada Research Chairs, the Purdy Crawford Chair, and SSHRC Exchange University Chairs. Research Chairs are an important part of the research ecosystem at CBU, offering leadership, mentorship and robust research programs that benefit the local and beyond. Learn more about our Current and Past Research Chairs.
Subject Experts: A Resource
CBU is a vibrant research institution thanks to a bold vision for a university brought forth by the people of this Island. Today, we are a globally-reaching, locally-infused university committed to high-quality, accessible education, innovative research, and a vibrant, multicultural future for the Island. The local community was instrumental in the origin of the institution and still has a significant impact on its programming and research interests.
Whether you are a community organization looking to partner with a researcher, or a member of the media looking for a contact or a topic for a story, we welcome the opportunity to connect you to our research community. View our Media Experts Guide to learn more.