NRC — Aquatic and Crop Resource Development Research Centre
Overview
Fee-for-service facilities designed to help companies with potential to develop and commercialize natural health products. Access technical and advisory services, research facilities and licensing opportunities for aquatic and crop research.
At a glance
Funding available
- Conduct research and development activities
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Varies by project
Eligible candidates
- All industries
- Canada
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Canadians
- Startups
- Research
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
- All structures
- National
- International
Next Steps
Official resources
Eligibility
Eligible expenses
This grant covers eligible expenses related to research, technology development, and commercialization activities that align with the sustainable transformation of bio-based resources into high-value products. Eligible expenses may include but are not limited to:
- Costs associated with research equipment and materials
- Personnel salaries directly engaged in the project
- Consultant fees for specialized expertise
- Travel expenses related to project activities
- Costs for technology licensing and intellectual property protection
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the NRC's research focus areas - Potential for economic impact and market growth - Scientific and technical feasibility of the proposed project - Innovation and novelty of the proposed research - Qualifications and expertise of the research team - Sustainability and environmental considerations - Potential for collaboration with industry, academia, or government partners
How to apply
- Step 1: Eligibility Check
- Check the eligibility of your project and organization for the grant
- Consult the eligibility criteria and the objectives of the grant
- Contact the NRC for additional information if necessary
- Step 2: Document Preparation
- Fill out the online grant application form
- Prepare a complete file including all required documents
- Ensure that you meet the application submission deadlines
- Step 3: Follow-up
- Wait for the decision of the evaluation committee on the grant allocation
- In case of acceptance, follow the steps for project execution as defined by the NRC
Additional information
- We offer technology licensing opportunities for varied applications and geographical regions. - NRC collaborates with industry, academia, and government partners to develop and transform bioresources into high-value bioproducts. - Our services include collaborative research opportunities, access to expert researchers and technicians, scientific advice, and tailored projects using specialized facilities. - Contact April Luong, Director of Business Development, at April.Luong@cnrc-nrc.gc.ca for more information. - Our goal is to strengthen the economy by growing global markets for Canadian industry.