NRC — Imaging, fluorescence and microscopy
Canada
Imaging, fluorescence and microscopy facility in Charlottetown
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
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Expert Advice
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- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
- Government of Canada
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Fee-for-service imaging, fluorescence and microscopy services including flow cytometry, high throughput DNA, and RNA and protein measurements.
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The NRC grant for Imaging, Fluorescence, and Microscopy services allows the utilization of advanced technical services to enhance research and technological development. The eligible projects and activities are geared towards leveraging high-end imaging and analytical equipment for scientific and business purposes.
- Engage in high sensitivity multi-color flow cytometry for various cellular analyses including live/dead analysis and apoptosis detection.
- Perform multiplex, rapid quantitative analysis on up to 50 target genes, DNA fragments, RNA, peptides, or proteins using advanced Luminex Magpix systems.
- Conduct time-lapsed imaging of live cell shear flow assays for studies on wound healing, cellular adhesion, and migration using Fluxion BioFlux 200 systems.
- Develop and test new technologies leveraging fee-for-service options for custom research needs.
- Create tailored research plans in partnership with NRC experts to align with specific technology goals, through service or collaborative research arrangements.
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$ 200,000
Development of new imaging technologies for plant phenotyping
$ 310,000
Development of multi-color flow cytometry techniques for leukemia research
$ 360,000
Study of protein interactions using high-throughput flow cytometry
$ 345,000
Creation of a fluorescence imaging platform for neurodegenerative disease research
$ 215,000
Implementation of live cell shear flow assays for cardiovascular research
$ 240,000
Development of a high-resolution fluorescence microscope
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Eligibility criteria:
- Organizations must be engaged in research or business activities related to imaging, fluorescence, and microscopy.
- Applicants must have a clear research or business objective that can benefit from the technical services offered.
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The grant is designed to support projects that leverage advanced imaging, fluorescence, and microscopy services in their research and development initiatives. Organizations that may apply generally include:
- Research institutions engaged in innovative biomedical studies.
- Biotechnology companies focusing on drug development and cellular analysis.
- Academic laboratories requiring advanced cytometric analysis capabilities.
- Healthcare organizations implementing diagnostic innovations through cytometry and imaging.
- Environmental agencies utilizing imaging technologies for ecological assessments.
- Bioengineering firms looking to develop cutting-edge biomaterials or cellular therapies.
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There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:
- Companies not engaged in research or technology development
- Companies with no focus on imaging, fluorescence, or microscopy services
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Eligible projects or activities for this grant involve advanced research and development tasks utilizing cutting-edge imaging, fluorescence, and microscopy services. These initiatives are crucial for enhancing scientific research capabilities and fostering technological innovation in various fields.
- Projects utilizing high sensitivity multi-color flow cytometry for advanced cellular analysis.
- Research involving rapid quantitative analysis of multiple genetic or protein targets with Luminex Magpix system.
- Studies employing time-lapsed imaging of live cellular processes using the Fluxion BioFlux 200 system.
- Development of customized high throughput research plans to meet unique technological needs.
- Collaborative projects aimed at developing new technologies, services, and product lines using specialized technical services.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Evaluation Criteria:
- Relevance to the field of imaging, fluorescence, and microscopy
- Scientific merit and innovation of the proposed research
- Potential impact on advancing knowledge and technology
- Feasibility and clarity of the research plan
- Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrated expertise and experience in the field
- Alignment with the technical service offerings
- Quality and feasibility of proposed research objectives
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Initial Contact
- Reach out to the designated contact person for business-related inquiries, April Luong, via the provided email address (April.Luong@cnrc-nrc.gc.ca) to discuss your interest and get detailed information about application requirements.
- If you have technical-related questions, contact Sabine Dodard at Sabine.Dodard@cnrc-nrc.gc.ca.
- Step 2: Discuss Requirements
- Engage in a dialogue to understand the potential collaboration or research service arrangement that would suit your technological needs.
- Determine the appropriate fee-for-service or collaborative research setup.
- Step 3: Prepare Application
- Collect all necessary documentation to support your application, including a detailed proposal highlighting the technical service usage, expected outcomes, and budget considerations.
- Ensure that your proposal aligns with the objectives and available technical services of the facility.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Email the completed application and supporting documents to the appropriate contact based on initial communications.
- Confirm successful submission by requesting an acknowledgment of receipt.
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