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Upcoming workshops Volt-Age training program Helping research trainees develop the skills needed to create impact in academic, community and professional settings.

Meet Mahzad and Charlie — Co-facilitating Pathways to research impact


Mahzad Sharifahmadian is a scientist bridging research, innovation and entrepreneurship, mentoring startups and helping researchers turn ideas from the lab into impact.


Charlie Gedeon is Program Lead at District 3, a designer and educator exploring how technology shapes learning and collaboration, creating experiences that spark curiosity and reflection.

Mar 7: Pathways to research impact

Explore different pathways for translating research into tangible impact.

Mar 24: Informational session on Intellectual Property (IP)

Learn how Volt-Age and the IP&C team can help you protect your research and turn your ideas into impact.

Apr 2: Co-creation session for Impact Project and Living Lab students

Apr 9: Co-creation session for Seed Project students

Collaborate with peers from different disciplines to co-design solutions for an energy transition challenge.

This first session is intended for students who are new to their programs.

Lead, share, connect — Get involved today

NOW OPEN: Call for Cohort Committee Representatives

Current graduate students and postdoctoral fellows can submit a self-nomination form by 12 p.m. (EST) on April 2, 2026.

Volt-Age LinkedIn group

Stay up to date on the latest workshops and events while also connecting with your peers.

WhatsApp group chat

Join the new student-run WhatsApp group chat to connect with your peers, see which workshops they’re attending and stay in the loop!

Suggestion box

Share ideas and feedback about your training experience. Help us refine the training program to better meet your needs.

More ways to engage at Concordia — See what’s coming up

NOW OPEN: Spring registration for Power Up Your French

Students who would like to register to the French courses offered this spring term at no cost are encouraged to do so by March 20, 2026.

Mar 19: Writing a literature review

Identify scholarly literature, create a research plan and assess texts for your literature reviews.

Mar 20 & Apr 10: Brewing Success

Register now for upcoming sessions on The academic career path (Humanities & Social Sciences) and Navigating the Canadian job market for international students.

Mar 26: Regional Career Fair for International Engineering Students

Explore engineering career opportunities across Quebec beyond Montreal at a free career fair hosted by Réussir en français.

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Volt-Age is funded by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund.

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