Dear Students and Faculty,   

I am thrilled to welcome you to the Faculty of Science’s Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) at McMaster University. Innovative original research is the back-bone of science; The process through which new knowledge is created, translated and disseminated to the world at large. With this as a guiding principle, we recognize that it is incumbent upon us a faculty to provided opportunities for an immersive research experience for all of our undergraduate students, especially those who may not fully recognize the impact that independent research and scientific literacy has on all of our lives. With this office, we embrace our mission of fostering excellence in undergraduate research opportunities and experiences across all science disciplines.    

At the OUR, we are committed to providing you with equitable access to research opportunities, comprehensive training, and seamless integration with career planning across all four years of your undergraduate education. We believe that by offering targeted events, funding support, mentorship, and centralized resources, we can help increase your research exposure, enhance your skills, and ensure a full and rewarding student experience.   

Our goal is to cultivate equity, awareness, and accessibility to research opportunities, enabling every student to participate in transformative experiences. By consolidating information and coordinating resources in one place, we aim to facilitate your research journey and empower you to unlock your full potential.   

I invite you to explore what the Office of Undergraduate Research has to offer and embark on an exciting adventure of discovery, growth, and academic success. Together, let us embrace the transformative power of research and make a lasting impact in our respective fields.   

Jim Lyons, PhD 

Professor and Director of the OUR