Research at the University of Calgary in Qatar
With the vision to enrich health and wellness in Qatar and the Gulf region, the University of Calgary in Qatar (UCQ) is at the forefront of health promotion and disease prevention. While educating future nursing leaders of Qatar, we will engage individuals, families, communities, and key stakeholders in education and research activities designed to enhance individuals, family, and community capacity to attain, maintain and improve health.
With the aim of building Qatar’s knowledge-based society, the Qatar National Research Strategy (QNRS) 2014’s vision is that “Qatar will be an international center for research and development excellence and innovation.” UCQ nursing students, graduates, and faculty have been actively engaged in research training and activities that contribute to QNRS’s vision and the health and wellness of the people of Qatar.
Research Office
The Research Office (RO) at UCQ has has the expertise and connections to help researchers at every stage, by providing advice and resources. Our mission is to work with our Faculties and affiliated hospitals and provide administrative support for UCQ's research and innovation activities. RO also serves as the Authorized Research Office for Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) awards and is QNRF’s main point of contact for projects awarded through UCQ .We play a role in three phases:
Pre-Award Phase of Application
Post Award Phase of the Research
Procurement Phase of the Research
Faculty Research
UCQ faculty are highly engaged in the research community in both Qatar and internationally. Follow the link below to view the recent publications by our faculty, funding opportunities, and resources for faculty.