Genics Inc., Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Advanced Manufacturing
For their work on Advanced Manufacturing Methods in Wood Durability.
Presented by Debjyoti Sen, Director, Centres for Manufacturing and Energy Innovation, Red Deer Polytechnic.
QinetiQ Target Systems Canada, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Aerospace and Defense
For their work on Multi-Role Autonomous Boat Development for the Royal Canadian Navy.
Presented by Dr. Ian Gates, Associate Vice-President (Research & Innovation), University of Calgary.
Viresco Solutions Inc., Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Agriculture and Agri-Food
For their work on Agri-Carbon Innovator Driving Sustainable Farming and Market Impact.
Presented by Bob Schulz, Professor, University of Calgary.
Dr. Apostolos Kantzas, University of Calgary, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Digital Innovation
For his work on Digital Innovations in Energy and Environmental Stewardship.
Presented by Dr. Naser El-Sheimy, Board Member, METI.
fRI Research, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Environment / Ecosystems
For their work on The Grizzly Bear Program(1999–2021).
Presented by Dr. Darren Fast, Associate Vice-President (Innovation, Knowledge Mobilization & Partnerships), University of Alberta.
Carbon OxyTech Inc., Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Sustainability Solutions and Cleantech
For their work on Sustainable Conversion of Carbon Residues into High-Value Products.
Presented by Jennifer Chen, GHG Lead, Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA).
Aurora Hydrogen Inc., Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Hydrogen and Alternative Energies
For their work on Microwave Methane Pyrolysis for Clean and Distributed Hydrogen.
Award Presented by Lindsay Dodd, Board Chair, and Tom Viinikka, CEO, Edmonton Unlimited.
Dr. Shengnan (Nancy) Chen, University of Calgary, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Energy, Petrochemicals, and Resource Industries
For her work on Employing AI/ML to Advance Smart and Sustainable Subsurface Energy Development.
Award Presented by Chris Godwaldt – Director, Water, Pathways Alliance.
Dr. David Wishart and Team, University of Alberta, Winners of the 2025 ASTech Award for AI, ML and Quantum
For their work on Transforming Metabolomics Globally through AI and Digital Innovation.
Award Presented by Nik Patel, Senior Manager, Data Science, ATB Financial.
Dr. Mustafa Gül, University of Alberta, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Construction and Smart Cities
For his work on Building Sustainable, Resilient, and Energy-Efficient Smart Cities for the Future.
Award Presented by Tony Wigglesworth, Interim Dean, Academic Innovation and Pathways, Bow Valley College.
CardiAI Inc., Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Medical, Healthcare, and Pharmaceuticals
For their work on Rapid Detection of Heart Failure Markers.
Award Presented by Mark Perschon, Manager, Group Sales Corporate South, Alberta Blue Cross.
Kristian Bainey and Team, K-PIC Systems Inc., Winners of the 2025 ASTech Award for Social Innovation and Educational Technologies
For their work on Leadership in AI-Driven Project Management Innovation.
Award Presented by Neeraj Gupta, Founder, ChapterAI.
RAIC Centre for Architecture, Athabasca University,Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Regional Innovation Champions: Research
For their work on Innovations in Regenerative Design for the Built Environment.
Award Presented by Lindsay Spadavecchia, Executive Director, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Alberta Innovates.
Teacher Time Machine, Lethbridge, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Regional Innovation Champions: Software!
For their work on Saving Teachers’ Time and Reducing Burnout Through Customized Teaching Resources.Award Presented by Gail Powley, President, Technology Alberta.
Landing Zones Canada Inc., Medicine Hat, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Regional Innovation Champions: Technology
For their work on Cutting-Edge Aerospace Solutions for a Greener Tomorrow.
Award Presented by Lindsay Spadavecchia, Executive Director, Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Alberta Innovates.
2025 ASTech Award Winners for Regional Innovation Champions: Leadership
Co-Winner: Tracy Stroud, APEX Regional Innovation Network of Southeast Alberta
For her work on Fueling Alberta’s Future: Driving Rural Innovation.
Co-Winner: Michael Kerr, Alberta Innovates
For his work on Championing Innovation Across Industries and Communities.
Awards Presented by Gail Powley, President, Technology Alberta.
Musap “Moose” Abdel, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Change Maker (Early Career)
For his work in Community-Centered Design and Innovation.
Award Presented by: Solange Gagnebin, Senior Manager, ISAIC
Eden Redman, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Change Maker (Student/New Grad)
For his work in Connecting Interdisciplinary Innovators for Translational Impact through the Network for Applied Technology (NAT, formerly NeurAlbertaTech).
Award Presented by: Cassy Webber, CEO, MindFuel
Loreen Wales, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award: Women in Innovation: Company
For her work in Advancing Preventive Healthcare with My Viva Plan.
Award Presented by: Debra Greig – Director, Talent and Business Advisory Programs, Technology Alberta
Dr. Chelsea Benally, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Women in Innovation: Research.
For her work in Environmental Engineering with Indigenous Communities for Water Solutions.
Award Presented by: Debra Greig – Director, Talent and Business Advisory Programs, Technology Alberta
Jerry Hanna, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Indigenous-Led Entrepreneurship and Contributions to Knowledge
For his work in Protecting Aquatic Ecosystems with Clearflow Gel Flocculants.
Award Presented by: Ahmad Jawad – CEO, DOCEO.AI, and Edmonton Research Park (ERPBC) Board Member
Dr. Robert Burrell, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Alberta-Wide Community Champion
For his work in Training Biomedical Engineers & Translating Ideas into Improved Healthcare Worldwide.
Award Presented by: Mark Summers, Vice President – Entrepreneurship, Digital, and Talent, Alberta Innovates
Nanoprecise Sci Corp, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Innovation of the Year.
For Advancing Industrial Health With AI-Powered Precision.
Award Presented by:Mehadi Sayed, CEO, Clinisys; Board Member Technology Alberta
Calgary Stroke Program, Winner of the 2025 ASTech Award for Researcher of the Year
For Transforming Stroke Treatment.
Award Presented by: Gijs van Rooijen, Chief Science Officer, Genome Alberta.
