NRC — Data Analytics Centre research facility
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Canada
Data analytics facility in Ottawa
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- grant_single|openingDate November 14, 2019
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Researchers And Facilities
Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
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- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
- Government of Canada
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grant_card_status|open
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Fee-for-service facility offering data cleaning, integration and management, as well as exploratory data analysis, modelling and prediction, and visualization and decision support.
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The NRC Data Analytics Centre facilitates projects that focus on leveraging AI, data science, and advanced computing to drive innovation across various industries. Eligible activities are designed to explore, model, and deploy sophisticated data analytics solutions to address complex challenges.
- Exploratory data analysis to define objectives, work plans, and feasibility studies.
- Development of models and predictions using multivariate statistics, machine learning, data mining, and pattern recognition.
- Creation of visualization tools and decision support systems.
- Analysis of IoT and big data applications across industries.
- Utilization of high-performance computing (HPC) to enhance data processing capabilities.
- Formulation of organizational data strategies and AI consultation services.
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$ 75,000
Using alternative data sources to monitor tourism in real time
$ 85,000
Developing an AI system to prioritize road maintenance
$ 95,000
AI-assisted diagnosis and prognosis of COVID‑19 using medical images at a Montreal hospital
$ 45,000
Quenching winemakers' thirst for canopy knowledge with AI for optimized vineyard management
$ 90,000
Leveraging IoT to analyze traffic for the ports of Montreal and Vancouver
$ 65,000
Using AI to predict milk production for dairy farmers
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The eligibility criteria for this grant include: 1. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) 2. Large and multinational enterprises (MNEs) 3. Public sector organizations, specifically the NRC AI Accelerator for the Government of Canada 4. Universities and colleges These organizations can work with the NRC's Data Analytics Centre to extract valuable insights from their data and benefit from services such as exploratory data analysis, modeling and prediction, visualization and decision support, IoT and big data analysis, high-performance computing, and AI consultation services.
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The NRC's Data Analytics Centre collaborates with organizations across different sectors to leverage data analytics for strategic business value. Eligible entities benefit from tailored support to enhance data insight capabilities.
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking data-driven strategies.
- Large and multinational enterprises (MNEs) aiming for advanced analytics applications.
- Public sector entities involved in data analytics for operational improvements.
- Universities and colleges interested in collaborative research and development projects.
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This grant can be utilized for engaging in collaborative projects that leverage advanced data analytics, AI, and high-performance computing across various sectors. Eligible activities focus on enhancing analytical capabilities, developing robust AI models, and implementing data-driven strategies to address industry-specific challenges.
- Exploratory data analysis to define objectives and conduct feasibility studies.
- Development and application of machine learning models and prediction techniques.
- Visualization and decision support using advanced data analytics techniques.
- Implementation of Internet of Things (IoT) and big data analysis projects.
- Utilization of high-performance computing (HPC) resources for data-intensive research.
- Consultation on organizational data strategies and artificial intelligence integration.
- Sector-specific projects like AI-assisted medical image diagnosis and infrastructure IoT models.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Evaluation based on the project's alignment with the funding program's objectives
- Selection criteria include overall impact, innovative approach, feasibility, and expertise of the team
- Additional consideration for projects that demonstrate potential for commercialization or societal benefits
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1
Preparing the Application
- Gather the necessary information to fill out the application form
- Check the eligibility criteria for the grant
- Contact the NRC Data Analysis Centre for more information
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Submitting the Application
- Complete the online grant application form on the NRC website
- Attach all required documents for submission
- Carefully review the information provided before submitting
3
Evaluating the Application
- Wait for the evaluation period indicated by the NRC
- NRC experts will analyze your application and make a decision
- Be available to provide additional information if necessary
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The Data Analytics Centre offers access to high-performance computing facilities, visualization rooms, and AIoT demonstration platforms to enhance research and project outcomes.
- Collaboration opportunities are available with experts in diverse fields such as AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and big data.
- The Centre works with both private and public sector organizations, suggesting a broad application scope for grant projects.
- Students are welcomed annually through employment and co-op programs, providing additional resource and partnership opportunities.
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