SRIG Student Research Testimonials

My overall experience with the SRIG program was pretty good. The onboarding process was fairly simple and easy to follow with emails, and the team is super responsive to questions regarding it. The…

Participating in the SRIG program allowed me to take my design to the next level. I was able to work through the full design process, from concept to working prototype, while gathering meaningful…

My experience with the SRIG program has been invaluable in developing both my research skills and my career path. The funding allowed me to recruit participants on Prolific and run a fully powered…

The SRIG provided an amazing opportunity to experience what the real-life research scene is like. It was this program that allowed me to experience what it is like to develop and present research to…

The Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) has provided me with experience that I never thought I would be able to participate in, especially in my industry. Giving me such a valuable learning…

The KPU Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) has been immensely supportive in funding the research materials needed for me to explore the feasibility of pairing solar panels with growing the…

Receiving the Student Research and Innovation Grant from KPU allowed me to expand my honours thesis project beyond what I would have otherwise been able to design without funding. Being able to…

I feel deeply thankful to join the SRIG program as a research assistant at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. The experience has been truly transformative for my academic and professional growth. The…

The SRIG program greatly supported my capstone project by providing essential funding and access to advanced tools. It allowed me to use a specialized 3D printer capable of printing TPU, which was…

This project gave me valuable hands-on experience in cellular and molecular biology and helped me grow more confident in the lab. I learned how to adapt to real challenges like delays in supplies and…

The Student Research and Innovation Grant program (SRIG) provided me with a wonderful opportunity to develop my project to its full potential within the allotted time. It boosted my research and…

I would like to thank Kwantlen Polytechnic University and the SRIG program for allowing me the opportunity to receive funding for my undergraduate thesis research. With the funds I received I was able…

The SRIG program has been rewarding and a remarkable experience. It offered a good amount of resources necessary to fully explore my project. A significant amount of work was required for my capstone…

This project has been an incredible experience for me. It has allowed me to gain very valuable work experience and get a closer look into the real world of working in research. I can’t wait to see…

Being part of the SRIG program has been a game-changer for this project. It gave me the support and structure needed to take a concept from research through to a working prototype. Having the freedom…

My Psychology Honours Thesis research study investigates the effects of music genre and personality on scores in different exam types. When I was planning and preparing for my Honours Thesis research…

Participating in the SRIG program helped me bring my concept to life. It pushed me to test ideas in the real world, talk to experts, and iterate based on real user feedback. I learned how to balance…

This project helped me build confidence working in a real lab environment. I learned how to handle primary cells, follow proper transfection protocols, utilize techniques like centrifugation, gel…

From submission to the completion of the Student Innovation Research Grant, I have gained valuable experience in applying for a grant which requires significant planning of all the logistical aspects…

I recently participated in the SRIG program, and I highly enjoyed my experience. Since this was my first time registering and participating in this program, I didn’t really know what to expect. But I…

The Student Research and Innovation Grant program (SRIG) was a remarkable experience that empowered me to develop my capstone to its full potential within the time restraints of the program…

Participating in the SRIG program has been valuable throughout my research journey. The program provided me with the structure, support, and resources needed to conduct in-depth research on a topic…

The SRIG innovation grant has been a great assistance to my entire research process. Not having the burden of finances to worry about, it allowed for me to explore, research and try out different…

My Product Design capstone project provided a solution to increase the independence of mobility service dog owners who used wheelchairs. The development of the hand tool that was designed benefited…

The Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) supported me through the initial phases of my research for a master’s in Environment and Management. My study is focusing on exploring the adaptive…

SRIG is a great opportunity to support independently guided student research. In cases like my own, it helped fund the acquisition and testing of specialty and proprietary fabrics I would have…

With the support of the Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG), I have been able to explore a unique research opportunity in genomics and bioinformatics. Especially in working with the Applied…

As Brewing and Brewery operations students, we have learned about the importance of the emerging market of non-alcoholic beer. Researching this project has not only expanded my understanding of…

Participating in the SRIG program has been an incredibly valuable experience. It gave me the support and resources to explore inclusive design through a real-world problem that matters deeply to me…

I would like to thank Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) and the Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) for their financial support during my Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) undergraduate psychology…

The Student Research Innovation Grant has been instrumental in transforming this project from a theory-based initiative into a platform for real, tangible change. Most notably, the grant enabled me to…

The SRIG program has been instrumental in enabling me to attend ABRCMS this year and represent not only myself but also KPU at the conference. I also had the opportunity to present my poster at the…

Participating in the SRIG program has been an incredibly valuable experience. The support provided allowed me to explore innovative approaches to cybersecurity by integrating artificial intelligence…

The SRIG funding provided me with a learning opportunity that was beyond anything I could imagine. It allowed me to work in an environment that fostered out-of-the-box thinking and a collaborative…

Receiving the Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) was an empowering experience that brought my capstone project to life in meaningful ways. The funding enabled me to explore advanced…

Participating in the SRIG program was an amazing and incredibly rewarding experience that gave me the opportunity to lead my own research project and dive deep into the biology of aging using…

Participating in the SRIG program was an amazing and incredibly rewarding experience that gave me the opportunity to lead my own research project and dive deep into the biology of aging using…

My experience with the Student Research and Innovation Grants (SRIG) program was fantastic. I am deeply grateful for the funding and support I received, which made it possible to conduct this…

Conducting a survey-based research project on the association between arrival pathway to Canada and food insecurity has by far been my most rewarding experience in KPU. Given the nature of my research…

For my honours project, I needed to gather a large pool of participants. I feel extremely grateful for SRIG funding my research because they made this happen! Most of the funding was used to…

The opportunity to contribute towards this research project with the support of the SRIG was the perfect ending to my final semester of the Environmental Protection Technology program with KPU and has…

Being awarded a KPU Student Research and Innovation Grant has been a highlight of my undergraduate experience at KPU. Having the opportunity to conduct a research project under the supervision of Dr…

The Student Research and Innovation Grant allowed me to develop a better understanding and interest in research. I was able to passionately explore alternative fitting methods for sustainable design…

I would like to express my gratitude to “KPU SRIG 2023-23” for providing me with the necessary funding for the research visit to Drumheller, Alberta for ARTS 3993 as a research assistant to Dr…

As a Health Sciences student, this was a great opportunity to gain lab experience. Unlike a regular course, this was something you could do on your own time, at your own pace. You don’t feel pressured…

The SRIG has been an amazing experience! It has allowed me to apply the skills we are learning to the real world and make connections along the way. I was lucky to be able to use my SRIG to help…

Participating in the SRIG program allowed me to take my capstone project to a professional level. The funding and support gave me the freedom to experiment with advanced garment construction…

The student research grant we received, along with the acquisition of the Cintiq drawing device equipment, was crucial to our project's success. The financial support provided us with the necessary…

My experience with the SRIG program has been incredibly positive. The application process was straightforward and clear to follow. It provided a good structure for my project and what I hoped to…

This research opportunity with the SRIG has taught me many valuable laboratory and animal care skills. Every day in the lab felt like I was learning something new. This was a great experience to be…

The SRIG program allowed me to significantly expand my academic profile and gain firsthand experience in scientific research. The opportunity to present my findings and receive mentorship from faculty…

Participating in the Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) program has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The support provided through SRIG allowed me to explore an important research…

The SRIG grant has been a huge asset to my honors project. I have been able to purchase important incentives for my participants which in turn will help me gather the data that I need. The SRIG grant…

I had a wonderful experience with the SRIG program. It benefits many students and gives them an opportunity to access research forums that would otherwise not be accessible due to financial barriers…

As a psychology honours student, I had to engage in various stages of research and create my own experiment. The Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) provided me with the opportunity to expand my…

Completing my senior research project in plant genetics was a one-of-a-kind learning opportunity! It would not have been possible without the SRIG program and the hard-working people who made this…

Receiving the SRIG grant was a turning point in my capstone journey. It gave me the financial freedom to explore specialty textiles and source advanced materials from different countries—something I…

The Student Research and Innovation Grant from KPU allowed me to push my research project further by allowing me to build my own testing machine and make numerous iterations to my prototypes, by…

The SRIG program allowed me to present my Honours thesis findings to a broader academic audience. The SRIG program helped me secure my first panel-style conference milestone. This experience helped me…

he Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) allowed me to connect with a team of researchers in the fields of agricultural sciences and economics. With the support of SRIG funding, I gained…

Participating in the SRIG program has been an incredibly rewarding experience that allowed me to bring a socially impactful idea to life. The funding gave me the opportunity to prototype, test, and…

During my capstone project, where I focused in compression and protection apparel of male wheelchair rugby athletes, I was a lucky recipient of The Student Research and Innovation Grant. This program…

The Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) has been an incredible opportunity that allowed me to gain firsthand experience with academic research and understand its real-world impact. Through…

We couldn't be prouder to be the first students from the Melville School of Business in the SRIG Program at KPU. Our research, led by Marcelo Machado, raised crucial issues surrounding the Brazilian…

Participating in the SRIG program was one of the best exposures I have had in the research world, which has immensely helped my growth and holistic development as a student and researcher. I have…

Participating in the SRIG program has been a highly valuable experience. The support provided enabled our team to explore innovative solutions at the intersection of artificial intelligence, natural…

As a history student, the SRIG allowed me to use the skills I honed during my undergraduate program and polish them; it was an enriching experience that fostered my intellectual growth. I got to work…

​With the support of the Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU), I was able to explore the experiences, challenges and benefits faced by KPU criminology…

The SRIG program has facilitated an unforgettable experience conducting my Honours thesis and presenting my research to the scientific community. Because of SRIG funding, I was able to reach a small…

Developing this adaptive mountain jacket has been an incredibly rewarding challenge. The project demanded innovative solutions to create a single garment that could handle rapid weather shifts through…

​Conducting a research project during my final year of undergrad has been such a rewarding experience. Being able to examine the anticancer potential of various bacterial isolates in the Kwantlen…

Being part of the SRIG program was an amazing experience that helped me learn a lot about cancer and how research is done in the lab. I had the opportunity to learn and apply advanced techniques such…

Undertaking a research project on the connection between substance abuse and depression and anxiety in post-secondary students has been an incredibly enlightening experience. I am genuinely thankful…

Participating in the SRIG program has been an incredibly valuable experience. The support provided allowed me to explore innovative approaches to cybersecurity by integrating artificial intelligence…

The Student Research and Innovation Grant has been a positive experience, shaping my academic journey and opening doors to opportunities for growth and exploration. With the support of the grant, I…

I recently completed my honours thesis research titled “I was always worrying about something. I was so stressed”: Women KPU Students and COVID-19. The SRIG helped me gain experience with writing a…

My experience with the Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) pilot program has been truly life-changing, especially as an immigrant student. The financial support provided by SRIG has been…

When I first came to KPU, I didn’t know what route I wanted to take for my career. After taking a few courses in psychology and criminology, it was obvious that those are the subjects that interested…

Given the lack of scholarly opportunities for international students, I’m very grateful to the Student Research and Innovation Grant (SRIG) for awarding me the opportunity to be a Research Assistant…

This was an incredibly challenging and rewarding project, and was made possible by my amazing supervisors, Amanda Champion and Cory Pedersen. The initial phase of the project was smooth, gathering…

The SRIG program was an invaluable support throughout the development of my Capstone project. Receiving the grant allowed me to explore and source high-quality technical fabrics that would have…

The Student Innovation Research Grant allowed me to have direct exposure to vital research taking place in the Lower Mainland. By putting my education from the Environmental Technology Protection…

The SRIG funding played a crucial role in bringing my capstone project to life. With their support, I was able to collaborate with textile labs and vendors to experiment with sustainable fabrics and…

Working on this research project, “AI for Green Supply Chain and Logistics: Myth or Reality?” has been enlightening. As a student researcher alongside Marcelo Machado and Nichol Louis, I delved deep…

SRIG program provided me with a great opportunity to learn new skills and gain priceless experience working as a research assistant. Such university initiatives grant students like me with endless…

Participating in the research grant program as a student research associate has been an invaluable experience. Through this program, I had the opportunity to engage in firsthand research, contributing…

I would like to thank Kwantlen Polytechnic University and the SRIG program for allowing me the opportunity to receive funding for my undergraduate research project. With the funds I received I was…

My experience with the SRIG program has been great. The funding was extremely helpful in recruiting participants for the experiment. The application process was time-consuming, but also helped…

The SRIG was a crucial part of my Honours Research project because it provided me with additional resources to obtain the equipment and materials that would not have otherwise been accessible. By…

This SRIG program provided me with the opportunity to present my research at an international conference in Los Angeles California. It became quickly apparent that the research opportunities we are…

Working on this project showcased huge learning curves filled with ups and downs, but also a lot of growth and lessons learned. One of the biggest challenges was juggling everything at once and…

I would like to thank Kwantlen Polytechnic University for making my honours research project possible with the SRIG. Myself and many other students in my honours class were able to pay for the study…

Receiving this grant gave me the opportunity to explore a project of personal interest that addresses a real and under-served need: improving rainwear for scooter commuters in Southeast Asia. Most…

My experience with the SRIG program has been positive, insightful, and tremendously beneficial in completing my final thesis capstone project. I am enrolled in the Fashion & Technology program and the…

From applying for the grant to presenting at an academic conference in Toronto, my experience with the SRIG program was enjoyable and memorable. The grant provided me with an opportunity to showcase…