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Innovator Award

Q: What is the Innovator Award?

This grant provides up to $150,000 USD for individual research projects and up to $300,000 USD for collaborative initiatives. It supports high-impact basic and translational research focusing on IBD and related fields, encouraging the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data. The program promotes interdisciplinary collaboration among scientists and clinicians to enhance understanding and accelerate therapeutic development.

Q: How much funding can be received?

Innovator Award Funds up to $300,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Innovator Award?

You can contact Kenneth Rainin Foundation.

Q: Where is the Innovator Award available?

The Innovator Award program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Innovator Award?

Innovator Award is funded by Kenneth Rainin Foundation

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Funding for innovative research projects on IBD using advanced technologies

Grant and Funding

Kenneth Rainin Foundation

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Develop strategic partnerships

Research and experimental development

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 300,000 $
Minimum amount : 150,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Research

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

Mixed revenue (<50% earned)

Scope

Provincial

Overview

This grant provides up to $150,000 USD for individual research projects and up to $300,000 USD for collaborative initiatives. It supports high-impact basic and translational research focusing on IBD and related fields, encouraging the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data. The program promotes interdisciplinary collaboration among scientists and clinicians to enhance understanding and accelerate therapeutic development.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 200,000

Development of AI diagnostic tool for inflammatory bowel disease

$ 180,000

Microbiome analysis using big data and AI for IBD research

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Researchers, research teams, and institutions involved in biomedical, clinical, or translational research related to IBD and related fields.

How to apply

Step 1: Review the eligibility and requirements for application.Step 2: Prepare a detailed project proposal including objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.Step 3: Submit the proposal through the designated application portal or method before the deadline.Step 4: Await review and evaluation by the review panel.Step 5: Receive notification of decision and, if successful, proceed with grant implementation according to the approved plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Innovator Award Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Innovator Award. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.