Professor Benoit Boulet is a research and innovation leader at McGill where he is Associate Vice-President (Innovation and Partnerships) and founding Director of the McGill Engine, a thriving technological innovation centre. His pioneering work to develop an artificial pancreas promises to revolutionize diabetes care and enhance the lives of thousands. In the realm of engineering for sustainability, his research on electric vehicles has helped shape the industry and nurture a skilled workforce. Dr. Boulet's work has garnered international recognition. As a collaborative academic leader, innovator, and entrepreneur, he successfully bridges academia and industry to enhance engineering training, research, and innovation.