Our research
We ask and answer complex questions, generate new knowledge that is transformative and engineered for impact, and develop pathways that minimizes barriers to accessible, engaging, and responsive research.
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Learn more about IDEA LabResearch chairs
Research chairs play a vital role in enhancing Athabasca University’s research enterprise, trainee development, and in attracting and retaining other exceptional researchers.
Learn more about our research chairsREDCap
REDCap is an online tool for building and managing surveys and databases. It allows researchers to easily gather and understand important information.
Pure
Pure is Athabasca University’s Research Information System (RIMS). It houses a variety of research-related outcomes and activities while showcasing AU’s research excellence to our wider community.
Discover more about PureStrategic Research Plan
The present Strategic Research Plan for AU has enabled us to expand our research capabilities and has prepared us for the next phase of our development as a comprehensive academic research institution.
Find out more about the Strategic Research PlanOur research institutes
The university’s research institutes link researchers to provincial, national, and international researchers who are exploring similar subjects.
Learn more about our research institutesUpdated May 02, 2023 by Digital & Web Operations (web_services@athabascau.ca)