“Step workshops teach important skills that are directly applicable to any job... It’s about how to prepare for your future, regardless of your field of study."

"The research experience... was a chance for me to familiarize myself with the facilities, knowledge-gaining opportunities, and international research scenarios at different universities."

“The funding was key to developing my academic career, my relationships, and my understanding of the use and transfer of my research for real-life and business situations.”

“The hiring process came down to me and another person, and — in addition to my scientific expertise — what tipped the balance in my favour was my participation in Mitacs Step. The skills I learned from the workshops are what employers are looking for.”

When I arrived in Rio de Janeiro, I had no idea what to expect. It was my first trip to South America, I didn’t speak any Portuguese, and I only knew my Brazilian supervisor, whom I’d met once before.

Daniela Tuchel, a Master’s graduate from the School of Communication and Culture at Royal Roads University, was the recipient of the 2014 Mitacs Master’s Award for Outstanding Innovation.

Professor Alan Fung, a professor of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Ryerson University, was the recipient of the 2014 Mitacs Professor Award for Outstanding Leadership.

Mitacs Accelerate proved to be ideal for us. It gave us a greater incentive to move forward with our new environmental initiatives.

Agriculture and farming in the 21st century is an increasingly complex operation that requires sound organization and planning, from seed inventories to tractor parts and harvest planning, among other tasks for the farmer.