To be a catalyst for transforming research into tangible societal benefits by fostering innovation, facilitating partnerships, and promoting the commercialization of discoveries.
About us
The ISS group, part of the Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation, facilitates collaborative research and development projects between industry and uOttawa research teams.
Our vision
Our mission
To advance uOttawa research through commercialization and industry collaboration. Connect researchers with industry partners, promote the commercialization of discoveries, and provide expert guidance on IP protection. The ISS team ensures researchers have the tools and resources they need to navigate the commercialization process, turning innovative ideas into tangible solutions that benefit society and the economy.
Our mandate
To lead uOttawa efforts in translating research into real-world applications by:
- Enabling partnerships between researchers and industry partners.
- Providing strategic and operational leadership in planning, developing, and implementing research collaborations.
- Assisting in the commercialization of research outcomes through licensing agreements and the formation of spin-off companies.
- Supporting researchers in protecting their inventions, including patent filing and navigating intellectual property rights.
- Connecting researchers with funding programs that support student involvement in research projects, promoting experiential learning and contributing to the development of future innovators.
Meet the team
Michael Bitz
Senior Director
Mike Walker
Associate Director, Business Development
Chérif Aidara
Assistant Director, Collaboration and Research
Kathleen Kemp
Assistant Director, Entrepreneurship Hub
Nolan Beanlands
IP Mobilization Expert
Jaipreet Bindra
BD Manager (Engineering & Computer Sciences)
Dany Lafontaine
BD Manager (Health & Life Sciences)
Olanta Negeri
BD Manager (Faculty of Medicine)
Ula El-Jabi
BD Manager (Faculty of Science)
Lakshmi Venkastesan
IP & Licensing Officer
Vacant
Contract Manager (Research Security)
Contact us
Innovation Support Services
800 King Edward Avenue
SITE Building, Room 3042
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 6N5 Canada
Tel: 613-562-5399
Fax: 613-562-5336
E-mail: [email protected]
Our office is accessible by the stairs in the middle of the building or at elevators at either end. We are on the third floor of the building on the atrium (canal) side of the SITE building.
Questions about research contracts and agreements?
For questions about research contracts and agreements, including new agreements, amendments and status updates, researchers and administrators should contact the Research Management Services (RMS) team at [email protected].