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At uOttawa, we firmly believe that open minds lead to bigger, greater discoveries. But most of all, we’re open to you.

In the heart of Canada’s capital, the University of Ottawa offers, in English and French, rewarding learning experiences and leads transformative research that sheds light on the future of an ever-changing world.

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Physics

The power of Poriscope: Streamlining collaboration in nanopore research

By making it easier to detect the molecular signs of disease, nanopore research opens the door to life-saving breakthroughs, among other potential applications. But like all great scientific advances, its impact depends on collaboration. That’s where Poriscope comes in: it’s helping nanopore researchers move beyond fragmented workflows and collaborate more efficiently.

Professor Constance Crompton
History

Unlocking our hidden stories: Boosting Canadiana’s historical records

Across 69 million images of historical documents lies a vast record of Canada’s history, from immigration and public policy to scientific discovery an…
Professors Michael Geist and Amy Salyzyn, logo of Canadian Lawyer
Awards and recognition

Two Common Law professors named among Canada’s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers

Professors Michael Geist and Amy Salyzyn have both been named to Canadian Lawyer’s “2026 Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers in Canada,” recognizing their…
Six students who participated in a Faculty of Social Sciences interdisciplinary experiential learning challenge in 2025 stand in front of a blackboard in a classroom.
Career and experiential learning 

Turn your studies into a career with these 11 tactics

The University of Ottawa offers many ways to explore your career interests, build practical skills and gain experience while you study. Here’s an over…
Sep 15

Trivia: Student wellness edition

Join us for a fun, interactive, game-based workshop where you can test your knowledge, discover valuable wellness resources and have fun at the same t…

Sep 15 to Dec 17

Career Corner Drop-in Session (in-person)

Meet with a one of our Career Specialists to ask questions about career essentials.…

Sep 16

International Crossroads: Where all paths intersect

Take an afternoon to discover, at your own pace, the services available to you while you’re a student at the University of Ottawa.

Ni manàdjiyànànig kakina Anishinàbeg

Ni manàdjiyànànig Màmìwininì Anishinàbeg, ogog kà nàgadawàbandadjig iyo akì eko weshkad. Ako nongom egawìkàd kì mìgiwewàdj. Ni manàdjiyànànig kakina Anishinàbeg ondaje kaye ogog kakina eniyagizidjig enigokamigàg Kanadàng eji ondàpinangig endàwàdjin Odàwàng. Ninisidawinawànànig kenawendamòdjig kije kikenindamàwin; weshkinìgidjig kaye kejeyàdizidjig. Nigijeweninmànànig ogog kà nìgànì sòngideyedjig; weshkad, nongom; kaye àyànikàdj.

Indigenous Affirmation

We pay respect to the Algonquin people, who are the traditional guardians of this land. We acknowledge their longstanding relationship with this territory, which remains unceded. We pay respect to all Indigenous people in this region, from all nations across Canada, who call Ottawa home. We acknowledge the traditional knowledge keepers, both young and old. And we honour their courageous leaders: past, present, and future.