Visit the Library Collaboratory’s Virtual Drop-In Hours, Monday through Friday, to meet with Collaboratory Staff. Need help with your research or getting a project off the ground? Need some help with writing for scholarships and grant writing? Would you like to know more about how technology fits into your research? Thinking about developing a prototype as part of your research? We’re here to support you.
Accessing the Collaboratory during COVID-19:
Research appointments are designed to meet the needs of researchers who require access to specific equipment, collections, software or space, and for whom this need cannot be met through online resources and services. If a request is made, which the Library can meet through virtual services, researchers will be directed appropriately.The Collaboratory is permitting limited and mediated access by appointment only, for faculty and graduate student members. Appointments are open for up to 2 hours on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 10AM – 1PM. Submit your appointment requests at least 2 days in advance.
To request an appointment, start here. Your appointment will be confirmed by email within 2 days. This email will also include important information for planning your visit to the Collaboratory.
* This service is for members of the Library Collaboratory only.
For Faculty
Individual faculty are free to explore the Collaboratory in whatever area they are interested in, whether to learn about new equipment or peruse their own research. Our goal is to lower the barrier for access to equipment for faculty. Fill out this form to verify faculty/instructor status and for requesting door access.
For Research Teams
Researchers who have a project team or would like dedicated space work can apply with a research project. Faculty whose research assistants need space to work or access to technology are welcome to register using this form, and will be contacted with progress.
How we can help
Through the Collaboratory, the library provides access to workspace and technology resources for Ryerson faculty, sessional instructors, staff, and graduate students.Community + Workspace
Researchers and/or research teams get access to a multi-configurable work space for research meetings or physical fabrication, a quiet room for interviews, and more.
Consultants + Project Support
Collaboratory Consultants are available to assist and advise on project development. Our diverse skill set covers a variety of technologies and disciplines.
Technology Resources + Fabrication
Access 3D printers, laser cutters, digital embroidery machines and more. Consultants on staff can provide members with one-on-one tutorials for technology resources.
Upcoming Events
- September 18, 2020
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- September 21, 2020
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- September 22, 2020
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Hints and Tips for Passing the Canadian Basic/Advance Operation Drone Pilot Exams
September 22, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Instructed by Jimmy Tran, this workshop is designed to help interested researchers with assistance for preparing for the Basic or Advance Operation Drone Pilot Exam. This is not a course, but rather a guide on where to obtain some of the materials for the exam, with strategies and how to prepare.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/passing-the-canadian-basicadvance-operation-drone-pilot-exams-registration-119290638511
- September 23, 2020
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- September 24, 2020
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- September 25, 2020
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- September 28, 2020
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- September 29, 2020
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- September 30, 2020
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Project Management for Graduate Research Design
September 30, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Working on small or large-scale projects, and have no idea how to start? Work with Tanya Pobuda, a fellow graduate student who is also a Project Management Institute-certified Project Management Professional (PMP) to learn some of the basic principles of project management to help you supercharge your productivity and get stuff done.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/project-management-basics-for-graduate-student-research-design-registration-119291898279
- October 1, 2020
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- October 2, 2020
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- October 5, 2020
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- October 6, 2020
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- October 7, 2020
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- October 8, 2020
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- October 9, 2020
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- October 12, 2020
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Study Week - No Virtual Drop-In
October 12, 2020 - October 16, 2020
Virtual Drop-in is suspended for Study Week. Drop-In Hours will return October 19.
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- October 13, 2020
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Study Week - No Virtual Drop-In
October 12, 2020 - October 16, 2020
Virtual Drop-in is suspended for Study Week. Drop-In Hours will return October 19.
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- October 14, 2020
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Study Week - No Virtual Drop-In
October 12, 2020 - October 16, 2020
Virtual Drop-in is suspended for Study Week. Drop-In Hours will return October 19.
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- October 15, 2020
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Study Week - No Virtual Drop-In
October 12, 2020 - October 16, 2020
Virtual Drop-in is suspended for Study Week. Drop-In Hours will return October 19.
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- October 16, 2020
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Study Week - No Virtual Drop-In
October 12, 2020 - October 16, 2020
Virtual Drop-in is suspended for Study Week. Drop-In Hours will return October 19.
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