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Strategic Partnerships
·ÛºìÅ®ÀÉ's strategic partnerships team is the primary contact for industries and communities seeking collaboration in smart systems and mobility research. By partnering with ·ÛºìÅ®ÀÉ, business leaders gain access to cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, tailored innovations, and highly educated talent to drive transformative change across sectors. The team offers all-in-one concierge services to external stakeholders, paving the way for successful innovation in one of Canada's fastest-growing markets
Team Members
Erin Azzopardi
Director, Strategic Partnerships
Telephone: 519-661-2111, ext. 82770
Email: eazzopar@uwo.ca
Paul Cardoso
Partnership Development Manager, Smart Systems & Mobility
Telephone: 519-661-2111, ext. 85654
Email: pcardos2@uwo.ca
Kate Placide
Partnership Development Manager, Neuroscience and Imaging
Email: kplacide@uwo.ca
- Connects ·ÛºìÅ®ÀÉ neuroscience and imaging researchers with industry and community partners.
- Helps external partners navigate ·ÛºìÅ®ÀÉ’s neuroscience and imaging strengths and expertise.
- Supports researchers and partners in translating ideas into actionable collaboration opportunities.
Ivelina Petrova
Partnership Development Manager, Sustainability
Telephone: 519-661-2111, ext. 88848
Email: ipetrova@uwo.ca
Matt Thompson
Partnership Development Manager, Bone & Joint and Earth & Space Institutes
Telephone: 519-661-2111, ext. 83865
Email: mthomps7@uwo.ca
- Leads and strengthens strategic partnerships that advance ·ÛºìÅ®ÀÉ’s musculoskeletal and space technology priorities, connecting researchers with government, industry, and community collaborations.
- Empowers interdisciplinary teams by aligning musculoskeletal and space experts with external partners to launch high-impact research projects, training initiatives, and competitive funding proposals.
- Serves as a key liaison to expand the reach and reputation of ·ÛºìÅ®ÀÉ’s musculoskeletal and space research programs, to ensure local, national, and international impact.