In order to create a Constituted Research Institute or Centre, one must follow the process outlined in the UNB Policy Governing Research Institutes and Centres at the University of New Brunswick. The process culminates with the approval of the UNB Senate from the applicable campus and the Board of Governors.
Institutes
Centres
Canadian Centre for Geodetic Engineering (CCGE)
CCGE is committed to the research, development, and implementation
of innovative precision surveying, deformation monitoring and
analysis, and geomechanics solutions. The Centre's developments,
methodologies, and software are in use world-wide, by government
agencies, universities, and industry. Research goals are always
driven by the emerging needs of industry. Top
Canadian Research Institute for Social Policy (CRISP)
The aims of the Institute are to conduct policy research that
will help Canadian communities provide better education and care
for their children, to contribute to the training of social scientists
in the areas of statistics and research methods, and to contribute
to capacity-building efforts in developing countries. Top
Canadian Rivers Institute (CRI) (Fredericton and Saint John campuses)
The mandate of the CRI is to teach and carry out multi-disciplinary
basic and applied research focusing on river ecosystems, including
their land-water linkages, for the purpose of conservation and
habitat restoration. Top
Centre for Criminal Justice Studies
The Centre for Criminal Justice Studies was created at the University of New Brunswick (Saint John campus) by Dr. Paul Gendreau in collaboration with Dr. Chris Doran in 1995. The Centre is a multidisciplinary organization that encourages collaboration with community agencies for the purposes of sharing of knowledge, community awareness, continuing education for professionals, and developing research partnerships. Top
CNER (Nuclear Energy Research)
CNER is devoted to conducting
research and development work in the areas of nuclear energy associated
with the operation and maintenance of nuclear power stations.
The institute
collaborates with Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd. and the NB
Research and Productivity Council. Top
Centre for Property Studies (CPS)
The Centre for Property Studies is a globally accessible resource
for research, training, information-sharing, networking, and advice
in the field of property studies. The Centre has adopted a multi-disciplinary
approach, emphasizing the role of property in economic and social
development, in poverty reduction, and in sustainable resource
and environmental management. Top
Centre for Research in Noncommutative Geometry and Topology
The objectives of the Centre are to encourage research, by means of seminars, visiting lecturers, schools, and conferences, to provide a supportive environment for postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and visiting researchers working in the field, and to provide a top-quality graduate program in Operator Algebras and Noncommutative Geometry. Top
Chronic Illness Research Institute
People suffering from long-term health problems such as diabetes, asthma, arthritis and multiple sclerosis benefit from the Chronic Illness Research Institute, created by the University of New Brunswick and St. Thomas University. The institute brings together academics from a variety of disciplines who will conduct research with community groups and various levels of government to help those with chronic illnesses to manage their disease and access resources. Top
Construction Technology Centre Atlantic, Inc. (CTCA)
Since its inception in 1988 as a non-profit organization, the
Construction Technology Centre Atlantic (CTCA) has served construction
industry members by providing a personalized bridge to the implementation
of the most recent developments in construction technology. Top
Dr. Jack McKenzie Limerick Pulp & Paper Research & Education Centre
The objectives of the Centre are to perform world-class R&D
work in selected pulp and paper areas, to provide relevant education
to university and industry students, to collaborate with industry
and government on R&D projects, and to provide testing, technical,
and library services to organizations in the Atlantic Provinces. Top
Dr. J. Herbert Smith Centre for Technology Management and Entrepreneurship (TME)
The Dr. J. Herbert Smith Centre for Technology Management and Entrepreneurship (TME) is dedicated to cultivating new ideas, creative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit in the ever changing world of technology. Top
Electronic Commerce Research & Training Centre (ECC)
With the intent of building partnerships and external relationships, the University of New Brunswick SJ’s Electronic Commerce Research & Training Centre (ECC) conducts e-business and e-commerce research as well as develops educational curriculum for the private, public and academic sectors. The centre's main goal is to help Small Medium Enterprise's (SME’s) from across Atlantic Canada grow their businesses through the effective use of the Internet and Internet based technologies. Top
Electronic Text Centre
The Electronic Text Centre works collaboratively with various
University departments and external organizations on research
initiatives dealing principally with archival and publishing issues
for electronic resources. As part of its mandate, the Centre applies
its research to support the technical and educational needs of
University of New Brunswick faculty, students, and other organizations
for the development of Web-based publishing projects. Top
Gregg Centre for the Study of War and Society
A leader in the field of low-intensity conflict since 1980, the Centre is the only organization in Canada that focuses exclusively on revolutionary and civil wars, political terrorism, covert operations, unconventional warfare, intelligence services, propaganda, and the role of the media in modern warfare. Top
Information Security Centre of Excellence (ISCX)
The centre is envisaged as a broad based unit having both an education and research mandate. The ultimate goal to build on this base and contribute to the establishment of a UNB-based Canada-wide Institute for Advanced Studies of Privacy, Security and Trust (PST). The Centre will develop and support highly specialized educational programs and conduct research to create technological capabilities in the area of information and network security and to improve the competitiveness of New Brunswick’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. Top
Information Technology Centre (ITC)
The ITC assists and supports the growth of the Information Technology
industry in New Brunswick. It was established through support
from the Canada-New Brunswick Cooperation Agreement and the University
of New Brunswick. The Centre focuses on conducting research, providing
courses, and peforming usability evaluations. Top
Institute of Biomedical Engineering
The Institute brings together an interdiciplinary research team
to investigate a broad range of topics, all related to designing
systems and equipment that meet human physical requirements or
medical needs. Top
International Business and Entrepreneurship Centre
The goal of the centre is to bring students and businesses together to gain the skills to grow their entrepreneurial spirit through its exciting and innovative programs. We also offer many scholarships, competitions and events. Top
Muriel McQueen Fergusson Centre for Family Violence Research
The goal of the Centre is to understand family violence and generate
effective action strategies to reduce and eventually eliminate
it. The Muriel McQueen Fergusson Foundation and UNB established
the Centre in 1992. It works in collaboration with St. Thomas
University, l`Université de Moncton, numerous community
organizations and government agencies. Top
Planetary and Space Science Centre
The Planetary and Space Science Centre (PASSC) at UNB facilitates
education, research, and resource evaluation pertaining to our
Solar System. PASSC houses the national Canadian Planetary Image
Facility, a NASA-supported outlet for space and planetary data.
Current expertise concerns impact cratering and shock processes
on the terrestrial planets. Top
Second Language Education Centre
The Second Language Education Centre (SLEC) was established in
1987 to address needs related to teacher education, professional
development, curriculum development, research, and evaluation
in the field of second language (SL) education. It provides SL
educators with current information related to SL learning and
teaching. The Centre also conducts research and programs with
an international focus in the area of SL learning. Top
Wood Science and Technology Centre
The Wood Science and Technology Centre at UNB is committed to
helping wood products manufacturers remain competitive. Numerous
Canadian firms have been assisted in meeting global market demands
with innovative technologies and quality products. Top