The core purpose of the University of Toronto STEM Research Initiative is to foster a spirit of innovation and research among undergraduate students across all three University of Toronto campuses. By setting up a competition-based research platform, we are aiming to provide undergraduate students with a unique opportunity to engage in STEM research projects, potentially in collaboration with Master’s and Ph.D students. This will not only enhance their academic and professional skills but also promote interdisciplinary collaboration and networking among students at different stages of their academic journey. We aim to partner with the Faculty of Arts and Science, Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto Mississauga and Scarborough.