University of Toronto: Enhancing research visibility and industry collaboration with public profiles

 

Enhancing global research visibility and collaboration with DiscoverResearch

The University of Toronto (U of T), Canada’s top research institution, is advancing global research visibility through DiscoverResearch, a public-facing platform powered by Symplectic Elements. This platform, launched in 2022, enables U of T to showcase its world-renowned research expertise to the public, promoting collaboration across disciplines and making research accessible to industry, media, and academic peers.

  • Enhanced Discoverability: Learn how U of T uses public profiles to increase visibility of its 4,000+ faculty members and 16,500 affiliated researchers, making it easier for industry and academic partners to connect with relevant experts.
  • Driving Industry Partnerships: Discover how the DiscoverResearch portal enables industry partners to find experts across diverse fields, paving the way for impactful collaborations and tech transfer.
  • Comprehensive Researcher Profiles: U of T’s public profiles include biographical details, publications, grants, and research activities, all auto-updated for accuracy and convenience.
  • Impressive Early Results: With over a million page views and 800,000 unique visitor sessions in its first year, DiscoverResearch has quickly become a key tool for U of T in promoting engagement and showcasing expertise.

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