McMaster University is a public research university located in Hamilton, Ontario, founded in 1887 and a member of the U15 group of top Canadian research-intensive institutions. With over 37,500 students and nearly 13,800 staff, the university is recognized for innovation in health sciences, engineering, business, and STEM. McMaster hosts renowned research facilities such as the Michael G. DeGroote Institute for Infectious Disease Research, the Centre for Emerging Device Technologies, and the Vaccine and Infectious Diseases Organization. Its faculty have a global reputation, particularly in problem-based learning and translational medical research.