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Centre for Applied AI

The Centre for Applied AI (CAAI) is at the forefront of research in the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI) across industries including health care, telecommunications, finance, education, cybersecurity, entertainment and retail.

Centre for Elder Research (CER)

CER conducts leading-edge research in the field of aging by examining innovative ways to enhance the well-being of older adults and the environments that support them.

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The Centre for Intelligent Manufacturing (CIM) merges technology and innovation to drive forward manufacturing expertise, technology and real-world solutions with immediate impact.

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EDGE is a hub for budding entrepreneurs, innovators and changemakers to connect, learn and work. EDGE fosters the development of entrepreneurial skills through events, training, mentorship and access to co-working space.

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SIRT proudly supports innovation in film, television and interaction media through their applied research.

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Provincial investment of over $500K supports Sheridan’s capacity to advance manufacturing innovationJan 21, 2026 | Research & Scholarship
Sheridan secures $250,000 OCI funding to advance AI innovations in business and transportationDec 10, 2025 | Research & Scholarship
Sheridan named Canada's top college for AI research partnershipsDec 4, 2025 | Research & Scholarship

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Ten years of helping SONAMI shape the future of manufacturing in Ontario

Apr 30, 2026

As the Southern Ontario Network for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation (SONAMI) marks its 10-year anniversary, Generator at Sheridan reflects on a decade of partnership and impact strengthening Ontario’s manufacturing sector.

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How applied AI research at Sheridan is helping improve health diagnostics and services

Apr 9, 2026

Centre for Applied AI, Faculty of Applied Science & Technology exploring solutions that strengthen Canada's digital health innovation ecosystem.

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Experiential Design professor exploring the power of senses in design and innovation

Apr 2, 2026

New SenseLab research space focuses on multisensory experiences.

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SIRT strengthening creative industries through applied AI research

Mar 25, 2026

Screen Industries Research and Training Centre exploring AI's potential to expand creative capacity, lower barriers to innovation.

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