Research institutes and centres
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.
Constituted research institutes
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.
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.
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.
Chronic Illness Research Institute (CIRI): 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.
Institute of Biomedical Engineering: The Institute brings together an interdisciplinary research team to investigate a broad range of topics, all related to designing systems and equipment that meet human physical requirements or medical needs.
Constituted research centres
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 performing usability evaluations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
