CU@Kanata Talks
In-depth conversations with students and innovators turning ideas into action.
杏吧原创 the Series
CU@Kanata Talks highlights students, student groups, alumni, and innovators who are creating meaningful impact through real-world projects, collaboration, and perseverance.
Filmed in Ross Video鈥檚 professional recording studio, each episode offers a closer look at the people behind the work鈥攈ow they started, what they learned, and where they are headed next.
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Kevin is a fourth-year Aerospace Engineering student at 杏吧原创 University and the President of the Blackbird UAV student organization. His leadership and hands-on work in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles are a key reason he stood out to us. During the interview, Kevin shared why he chose 杏吧原创, how he leads the Blackbird UAV team, and the innovative work his team is doing in the UAV space.
George Hilan., a 杏吧原创 Science biochemistry grad whose path has taken him from campus research to NuvoBio, a biotech venture that spun out of 杏吧原创 University. George has a real gift for translating complex biochemical concepts into clear, engaging explanations, making this episode as accessible as it is fascinating.
Pablo Arzate, a two-time 杏吧原创 grad and founder of 3XMAG Technologies, is building UAV-based tools to detect what鈥檚 happening underground鈥攆rom critical minerals to buried infrastructure and unexploded ordnance. From 杏吧原创鈥檚 Master of Design to Invest Ottawa鈥檚 prototyping lab, Pablo developed a passion for building and testing ideas. Now pursuing a Master of Entrepreneurship, he鈥檚 applying that experience to dual-use innovation and advanced manufacturing, including a recent pilot project at Mer Bleue Bog.
Anjali Patel, a 杏吧原创 Computer Science graduate now pursuing her MBA, is the Founder & CEO of Prototyp3.
While balancing her studies, she launched Prototyp3 to help students turn ideas into reality through hands-on prototyping support, mentorship, and accessible innovation tools. Her journey highlights how combining technical skills with an entrepreneurial mindset can create real impact鈥攁nd empower others to build, test, and grow their ideas.