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Our applied research supports the responsible development of cleaner energy resources by providing services and expertise to help reduce, mitigate, or eliminate negative impacts of energy industry activities.
Transform your operations and unlock growth with our experts in data-driven solutions and innovative software applications including AR/VR and motion capture.
NAIT is helping the food industry develop new concepts and products that meet changing consumer demands and create a healthier, more sustainable future.
Increase your operational efficiencies with process automation applications that continuously monitor and control systems. Our services range from microcontroller-based data acquisition systems design, remote data communications to custom cloud interfacing and data management.
NAIT’s applied research is focused on the restoration and sustainable use of land and freshwater ecosystems, strengthening Canada’s natural resources sectors and the industries that support them.
As one of Canada’s leading research polytechnics, we help industries and communities create impacts that improve processes, technologies, and services. Our tailor-made solutions address complex problems industries are facing, positioning us to drive greater impact for our economy.
NAIT’s applied research is focused on the advancement of clean technology and sustainable development. We strengthen economic sectors that are anchored in Alberta’s and Canada’s rich natural resources.
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NAIT’s multidisciplinary researchers help you realize your idea and share it with the world. We work with organizations of all sizes to develop proposals and apply for funding to get projects off the ground.
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AquaCell Energy has developed an energy storage solution using salt-water. Helped along by NAIT Applied Research, Keith Cleland was able to develop and upscale this technology.
NAIT Applied Research's Centre for Culinary Innovation helped 7 Summit Snacks bring their nutritious and tasty treats to market through a fusion of culinary arts, and food science.
Monitoring bison comes with a host of challenges. With Lakeland College, NAIT Applied Research brought about a solution to keep an eye on these large animals while reducing human interventions.
Our Centre for Culinary Innovation's own Dr. Linda Ho discusses her team's collaborations, expertise, and successes in this article written by Taproot.