# Applied Research, Entrepreneurship & Innovation The AREI department at Northern College hosts the Innovation Hub, offering applied research, product prototyping, and testing services. It supports industry competitiveness and regional economic development through collaboration between students and industry partners. Expertise includes 3D printing, alternative energy, mineral processing, and wastewater management. Facilities include a 3D Printing Lab, Manufacturing Lab, and Machine Shop. ## Links - [https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/](https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/) - [https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/services/](https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/services/) - [https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/facilities/](https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/facilities/) - [https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/projects/](https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/projects/) - [https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/services/#documents](https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/services/#documents) --- Source: [https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/](https://www.northerncollege.ca/innovation/)