The best research is collaborative.
Read on to learn more about the interdisciplinary research taking place in our Research Centres. Or check out some of the laboratories and cutting-edge research facilities where research happens at Nipissing.
Research Facilities & Groups
Interdisciplinary
Biology & Chemistry
- Analytical and Environmental Chemistry
- Drosophilia Laboratory - Genetics and Aging
- Forest Resources Laboratory
- Nipissing University Greenhouse Complex
- Plant Ecology Research Laboratory (PERL)
- Plant Signal Transduction
- Wildlife Ecology and Environmental Science Lab
Computer Science
Education, Physical & Health Education
- Biomechanics and Ergonomics Laboratory
- Centre for Literacy - Elizabeth Thorn
- Exercise Physiology Laboratory
- Groups for Youth Development (G4YD) Laboratory
- NORTH PA Laboratory
- Sensory Movement Behavioural Lab
Geography & Geology
- Alcan Field Station
- Geomatics Laboratory
- Nipissing Earth Observation Laboratory (NEOL)
- North Bay Rotary Club Wet Lab
- Watershed Hydrology Laboratory
Psychology
- Human Evolution Laboratory
- Nipissing University Research on Neuroscience (NURON)
- Northern Centre for Research on Aging and Communication
- Social Neuroendocrinology Lab
Social Work
Centre for Interdisciplinary Collaboration in the Arts and Sciences (CICAS)
CICAS positions itself as a strategic hub for interdisciplinary, collaborative research and innovation in the Northern Ontario region.
The centre’s main research areas include the following clusters:
- Digital Culture and Community
- Education and technology
- Environmental Health


