University of Ottawa research chairs recognize outstanding faculty and fund pioneering projects that shape the future of research in key strategic areas.
Research chairs
The University of Ottawa drives innovation and scientific progress through national and institutional research chair programs, empowering world-class researchers to tackle global challenges, foster interdisciplinary collaboration and deliver solutions that benefit society.
Research chairs in Canada
Canada Excellence Research Chairs
The Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) program is Canada’s most prestigious research chair initiative, designed to bring world-leading researchers and their teams to Canadian universities.
Canada Research Chairs
The Canada Research Chairs (CRC) program unites leading and emerging researchers to advance knowledge across disciplines and mentor the next generation of innovators.
University of Ottawa research chairs
University Research Chairs
The University Research Chairs (URC) program recognizes researchers with significant achievements or exceptional potential aligned with the University’s strategic areas of research. It also reinforces the University’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in research.
Chaires de recherche sur le monde francophone
The Chaires de recherche sur le monde francophone program champions Francophone scholarship, advancing research and dialogue that enriches communities in Ontario, across Canada and around the world.
Distinguished Research Chairs
The Distinguished Research Chairs (DRC) program honours globally recognized researchers whose contributions are shaping their fields. Reserved for Tier 1 Canada Research Chair holders at the University of Ottawa.
Endowed and Sponsored Research Chairs
Endowed and Sponsored Research Chairs fund innovative projects in strategic areas, supported by diverse partners including private donors, industry, government and non-profit organizations.
Research Chair in Science Diplomacy
The Research Chair in Science Diplomacy explores the complex challenges of science diplomacy and advances evidence-based policy through international collaboration, notably between Canada and France.
Canada 150 Research Chairs
The Canada 150 Research Chairs program attracts top international scholars who enhance Canada’s research landscape through cutting-edge work and global expertise. In celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary, uOttawa received a one-time investment to establish a Canada 150 Research Chair in Climate Economics, Innovation and Policy.
