#queensu is focused on solving the world’s most pressing challenges through scholarship, discovery, and innovation.
Queen’s University has a long history of scholarship, discovery, and innovation that shapes our collective knowledge and helps address some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Home to more than 25,000 students, Queen’s offers a comprehensive research-intensive environment. Diverse perspectives and a wealth of experience enrich our students and faculty while a core part of our mission is to en
Kinda chic to do research as an undergraduate student. Even more chic to do it at Queen’s University with the Carbon to Metal Coating Institute, an innovative research institute developing cutting edge solutions to metal corrosion, microelectronics manufacturing, and nanomedicine for cancer therapies. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gAnhGh
08/11/2026
This week’s total solar eclipse is happening thousands of kilometres away. But in 2024, had a front-row seat to see it just the way Nolan intended.
08/04/2026
A record-breaking turnout made this year’s Second-Hand Shuffle the most successful to date. Thanks to the volunteers, donors, and shoppers, thousands of items found new homes, saving students money and reducing unnecessary waste. Read more: https://www.queensu.ca/gazette/stories/second-hand-shuffle-has-record-breaking-year
07/29/2026
researchers have received a $2.5M grant to expand Oasis, a national partnership that helps older adults thrive in their homes and communities for as long as possible. Read more about how it's expanding across Canada: https://bit.ly/3RvRMnb
Helping more Canadians age well at home | Queen's Gazette Queen's researchers receive $2.5 million to expand a national partnership that enables more older adults to thrive in their homes and communities for as long as possible.
07/28/2026
From innovations in theatre and media to advances in climate justice and sustainability, researchers are addressing real-world challenges that touch our daily lives and shape how we understand the world. Read more in the Queen's Gazette: https://bit.ly/4fWoCXw
$8.3M to advance Queen's research exploring social, economic, and societal challenges | Queen's Gazette The Insight and Partnerships programs support research excellence in the social sciences and humanities.
07/15/2026
Congratulations to researcher Stephen Archer on his appointment to the 🇨🇦 for his groundbreaking discoveries in pulmonary arterial hypertension that have led to novel therapies and improved patient care. The honour recognizes Canadians for outstanding achievement, dedication to the community, and service to the nation.
Queen's cardiologist Stephen Archer named to the Order of Canada | Queen's Gazette A total of 10 Queen’s community members are among the latest awarded with one of Canada’s highest honours.
With nearly 200 years of history, sometimes it's easier to let photos do the talking.
07/08/2026
More than $14M in funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada has been awarded to researchers to advance discovery-driven research and training that will lead to advancements across , , and .
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Queen's researchers awarded over $14 million for natural sciences and engineering research | Queen's Gazette Funded through the federal government, projects span computing systems to neuroscience and clean energy.
In just under two months, the campus will be filled with students once again. Until then, we'll be thinking of you.