Applied Research and Innovation Office
The Applied Research and Innovation Office (ARIO) at Loyalist College connects industry, faculty, researchers, and students through dynamic applied research projects. Home to the Centre for Natural Products (CNP) and the Centre for Healthy Communities (CFHC), ARIO helps businesses and communities solve pressing challenges, foster social innovation, and drive economic impact. Thanks to the combined efforts of our passionate students, expert researchers and dedicated staff, Loyalist College has secured its position among Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges for the fifth consecutive year.
Our centres
Loyalist College is home to two innovative applied research centres that support industry, community and academic collaboration. Each centre brings specialized expertise to solve real-world challenges and drive meaningful impact.
Centre for Healthy Communities
The Centre for Healthy Communities (CFHC) is Loyalist College’s newest applied research hub focused on tackling urgent problems in health care, social services and community well-being.
Centre for Natural Products
The Centre for Natural Products (CNP) is a nationally recognized Technology Access Centre (TAC) offering support in the personal care, cosmetics, food and beverage, cannabis and psilocybin industries.
Work with us
Our team will contact you within 10 business days to schedule a discovery call.
Meet with a Centre Manager or Researcher to explore project possibilities.
Collaboratively develop a scope of work and sign confidentiality agreements if needed.
Finalize scope, sign necessary agreements, and launch the project.
Assemble research team and establish project protocols; submit REB application if required.
Deliver project services and mobilize research outcomes.
Let us help you get started.
Services
Home to the Centre for Natural Products and the Centre for Healthy Communities, our teams of subject matter experts support diverse projects and services, assisting you to realize your applied research and development goals. Do you have a business challenge? Find the information you need below and connect with our team.
Infrastructure and Resources
Providing research expertise and access to state-of-the-art equipment.
Student and Faculty Support
Developing unparalleled hands-on learning experiences.
Collaborative Partnerships
Facilitating collaboration between industry partners and agencies in the ecosystem.
Research and Development
Conducting applied research to support innovation.
Interested in working with us?
Most project costs are covered through funding (pending partner eligibility). These costs are supported by an industry partner (cash and/or in-kind contribution). We support the funding application process, so partners don’t need to apply directly.
Also known as “fee-for-service,” this option is ideal for quick-turnaround projects that fall outside traditional research models. We provide a quote upfront, and invoice upon completion. Perfect for leveraging our technical expertise and equipment.
Students work with industry partners during the academic term under faculty supervision to tackle real-world challenges. These projects are low-cost or free, offering an accessible way to engage in research and innovation while supporting the next generation of innovators.
Research Ethics Board (REB)
Loyalist College Research Ethics Board (REB) consists of faculty, staff and community volunteers committed to ensuring that research involving human participants meets the standards set forth by the Tri-Council Policy Statement on Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans.
Questions?
Contact Applied Research and Innovation Office
Phone: 613-969-1913
Email: ARIO@loyalistcollege.com
Address: 376 Wallbridge-Loyalist Rd. Belleville, ON K8N 5B9
Applied Research and Innovation Office
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Innovation in action.
Check out applied research news and featured projects to see how we’re having an impact.
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Loyalist College secures national research grant to advance rural health and well-being in Prince Edward County
Loyalist College’s Centre for Healthy Communities has been awarded a College and Community Social Innovation Fund grant to lead a three-year applied research project aimed at reducing social…
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Loyalist College’s Centre for Natural Products receives $1.75M NSERC grant to renew TAC designation
Loyalist College is proud to announce that its Centre for Natural Products (CNP), formerly known as the Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis (CNPMC), has been awarded…
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Launch of Loyalist College’s Centre for Healthy Communities unites community leaders to address pressing social challenges
Belleville, ON, Feb. 13, 2024 – In a significant stride towards fostering health equity and social innovation, Loyalist College, alongside key community leaders and local service organizations, celebrated the…