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A message from the Vice-President, Research
At McMaster, our research strength is one of our most prized assets. We’re home to some of the best minds and laboratories in the country, with research income and output rivalling those of universities more than twice our size.
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Support for Researchers
Learn about our research administration and ethics review support.
Research Centres, Institutes & Core Platforms
Discover our world-class research facilities.
Prizes, Honours & Research Chairs
Nominate and celebrate our researchers.
Research Office for Administration, Development and Support (ROADS)

Research for a Brighter World
Strategic Plan for Research 2018-2023
Research for a Brighter World lays out a vision and plan to bolster McMaster’s research mission and take our institution’s research excellence to an even higher level.
Research Stories

Analysis: We got the beat: How we perceive rhythm involves neurological processes that control movement
When you hear a song playing somewhere, you might find yourself tapping your fingers or moving your head to the rhythm. If you’re walking, your . . .

Analysis: Safety on the line: Drivers who juggle multiple jobs are more likely to take risks on the road
The driving profession is unsafe. Taxi drivers and ride-hail drivers, who drive for apps like Uber and Lyft, face many safety risks on the road, . . .

Video project empowers Indigenous communities to make decisions about using DNA analysis at residential school sites
Researchers at the McMaster Ancient DNA Centre are creating customized videos for Indigenous communities who want information about the processes involved in using DNA identification . . .
Research Announcements


McMaster Library ➚
Data management plan database now available to McMaster researchers
Research Announcements

Brighter World ➚
Faculty of Health Sciences assistant professor wins Gairdner Early Career Investigator Award
Research Announcements