Genome Canada
Canada
Funding for large-scale genomics projects
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- grant_single|openingDateJuly 09, 2024
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Grant and Funding
Partnering and Collaboration
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- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- Genome Canada
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Your not-for-profit organization could get funding for R&D projects in genomics related to agriculture, energy, environment, fisheries, forestry, health and mining.
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The Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems initiative supports projects and activities aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing carbon sequestration, and building resilient and sustainable food systems.
- Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams working on genomics solutions for climate action.
- Establishment of a Data Coordination Centre to manage and harmonize data processes.
- Creation of a Knowledge Mobilization and Implementation Coordination Centre to drive adoption of genomics solutions.
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$280,000
Vancouver
Creating an interdisciplinary team to enhance energy systems using genomics
$300,000
Toronto
Developing genomics-based health solutions for chronic disease prevention
$300,000
Ottawa
Implementing genomics to monitor carbon sequestration in forest ecosystems
$200,000
Vancouver
Developing a genomics solution to enhance crop resilience in harsh climates
$150,000
Calgary
Establishing a Genome Consulting Cooperative for environmentally sustainable mining
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I apologize for the oversight. The eligibility criteria for Genome Canada grants may vary depending on the specific funding opportunity. Generally, eligibility criteria may include factors such as the type of research being proposed, the applicant's affiliation or institution, the alignment of the project with the funder's priorities, and compliance with ethical and regulatory requirements.
For detailed and up-to-date information on the eligibility criteria for a specific Genome Canada grant, I recommend visiting their official website or contacting Genome Canada directly for the most accurate and relevant information.
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Yes, certain types of companies are mentioned as eligible to participate in this grant. Genome Canada welcomes diverse partners from various sectors to join in funding a portfolio of genomics research and innovation projects.
- Academic institutions
- Public sector organizations
- Private sector companies
- Industry associations
- Non-profit organizations
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Yes, there are eligible expenses for this grant. These include the costs associated with the research, data coordination, and knowledge mobilization and implementation activities.
- Research expenses
- Data coordination expenses
- Knowledge mobilization and implementation expenses
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The eligible geographic zones for this grant cover the entire nation of Canada. Organizations from any province or territory within Canada are eligible to apply.
- British Columbia
- Alberta
- Saskatchewan
- Manitoba
- Ontario
- Quebec
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Nova Scotia
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
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The evaluation and selection criteria for the Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Systems initiative grant prioritize interdisciplinary collaboration, data coordination, and knowledge mobilization to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and enhance carbon sequestration in Canada's food production systems.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration in Challenge Teams
- Addressing specific questions related to the Initiative goals
- Delivery of innovative genomic solutions
- Development and implementation of portfolio data plans
- Harmonization of data processes and metadata standards
- Development of a single point of entry for data resources
- Coordination and support of knowledge mobilization efforts
- Focus on genomics and ethical, environmental, economic, legal, and social aspects (GE3LS)
- Team’s ability to connect and convene regularly
- Potential for creating broader national impacts
- Implementation and market adoption of portfolio deliverables
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- Step 1: Form Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams (ICTs)
- Implication: Researchers and users must collaborate to devise innovative genomic solutions for climate change mitigation and action.
- Step 2: Develop Data Coordination Centre (DCC)
- Implication: Establish standards, protocols, methods, tools, and resources for data management and sharing between projects.
- Step 3: Establish Knowledge Mobilization and Implementation Coordination Centre (KMICC)
- Implication: Provide technical, administrative, and coordinating support for knowledge mobilization and implementation activities across the portfolio.
- Step 4: Prepare Funding Proposals
- Implication: Submit detailed proposals for ICTs, DCC, and KMICC, with required co-funding.
- Step 5: Secure Co-funding
- Implication: Ensure partnerships with industry, governments, or other funders to meet the co-funding requirements.
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The Initiative emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, data coordination, and knowledge mobilization to address climate change impacts on agriculture through genomics research and innovation.
- Approximately $30 million available from Genome Canada to support the Initiative.
- Funding opportunities include Interdisciplinary Challenge Teams, a Data Coordination Centre, and a Knowledge Mobilization and Implementation Coordination Centre.
- Genomic tools and technologies are aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing carbon sequestration.
- Portfolio approach to synergize the deliverables of component projects for broader national impacts.
- Two cross-cutting centres will be funded to support data coordination and knowledge mobilization and implementation.
- The Data Coordination Centre will develop standards, protocols, and methods to maximize data asset potential.
- Knowledge Mobilization and Implementation Coordination Centre will focus on adopting genomics solutions and mobilizing knowledge for public awareness and literacy in genomics.
- Co-funding will be required for the different funding opportunities.
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