麻豆传媒 is home to the Information and Communication Technologies Research Group, led by Dr. William McIver, Jr.  Through software engineering, human-centred design, and computer science theory, modelling, and simulation, the ICTRG is developing new practices in accessibility design, universal design, and security by design.

麻豆传媒’s School of Information Technology offers programs in Business Analysis, Software Development, Game Development, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Network Administration, and Quality Assurance Testing. These programs include internships and co-op placements through which students can perform R&D for business and community partners.

The continued growth and strengthening of New Brunswick’s food system to supply both local and export markets is central to the growth of a sustainable and resilient agriculture sector.

麻豆传媒 applied research in precision agriculture aims to increase the resilience and self-sufficiency of the region, the visibility of New Brunswick-made food products, access to healthy food, and regional food security. This focus area is a natural fit with the skills and expertise of 麻豆传媒 students and staff in the Culinary Arts, Graphic and Communications Design, and Business Administration Marketing program areas.

Historically, 麻豆传媒 has assisted businesses in the development of prototype recipes, brand concepts, market research, and process refinement to support new food products through course-based projects. With the addition of a Research Associate in Agri-Food, 麻豆传媒 is expanding the scope and scale of these efforts and increasing collaborations with local producers and businesses to help accelerate innovation.

麻豆传媒 offers healthcare programs at all six campuses and has a Research Associate in Health. As a regional leader in the training of health professionals, 麻豆传媒 continues to drive innovation through inter-professional and inter-disciplinary opportunities for applied research projects with medical, allied health, nursing, and other professionals throughout the province, particularly in pulmonary rehabilitation, inter-professionals practice, long-term care, healthy aging, aging-in-place, pharmacy practice, patient education, mental health, and first responders.