Canada Excellence Research Chairs

Canada Excellence Research Chairs & KM

The Knowledge Mobilization Hub helps SFU鈥檚 Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERCs) turn their cutting-edge research into action by facilitating knowledge mobilization planning, activities, and strategies to fit each program鈥檚 unique needs.

Get to know the CERCs

Nicholas Reo

The Coastal Relationalities and Regeneration (CORR) research project, led by Dr. Reo, is a collaboration between Nuchatlaht First Nation (Vancouver Island), Anishinaabek (Eastern/Central Great Lakes region), K膩naka Maoli (Hawai驶i), and M膩ori (Aotearoa). CORR uses Indigenous research methodologies to contribute to coastal Indigenous communities鈥� acts of resurgence and reclamation of their lands and waters. The project conceives of the partner communities each as a star in a learning constellation, united globally by their common goals to improve Indigenous lives, enable Indigenous communities to uphold their ancestral responsibilities, and amplify Indigenous resurgence.

Thomas Jennewein

Dr. Jennewein鈥檚 Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Quantum Communications is focused on building the foundation for a global Quantum Internet. His team is developing advanced technologies鈥攍ike devices, systems, and applications鈥攖hat will be tested in real-world environments. This includes working with Canada鈥檚 upcoming Quantum Encryption and Science Satellite (QEYSSat) and using fibre-optic networks to explore how quantum systems can connect across long distances.

Darren Grant

Dr. Grant鈥檚 research uses tiny, fast-moving particles called neutrinos to explore some of the most powerful events in the universe. These particles are created in places like the Sun, nuclear reactors, and deep space鈥攁nd they can travel across the universe almost without being stopped. To study them, Dr. Grant鈥檚 team works with giant detectors like the IceCube Observatory in Antarctica and is helping design new ones, including a deep-sea observatory off Canada鈥檚 Pacific coast. The goal is to build a global network of detectors that can give us a clearer picture of the universe by combining signals from different sources.

How we support

The KM Hub is bringing these three programs to life in a variety of ways, including:

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Digital storytelling

Developing a variety of media to share updates on the projects, including blog posts, videos, and websites.

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Youth engagement

Facilitating opportunities for youth to get involved in research and community-based activities.

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Exhibit production

Liaising with science centres, museums, and schools to promote learning through unique experiences.

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Community engagement

Partnering with Indigenous communities, schools, and local organizations to enhance real world impact.

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Event planning

Supporting diverse forms of knowledge exchanges and cultural revitalization camps.

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