NRC — Medical Devices Research Centre
Canada
Collaborate on medical devices R&D
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- grant_single|openingDateNovember 14, 2019
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
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Expert Advice
Researchers And Facilities
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
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- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
- Government of Canada
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Access technical and advisory services, research facilities and licensing opportunities for medical device research.
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This grant is available to companies that are part of Canada's medical device ecosystem, indicating that the eligible geographical areas are likely within Canada. This alignment seeks to strengthen collaborative networks across Canadian industry, academia, and clinical sectors.
- Organizations operating within the Canadian provinces and territories.
- Businesses established in collaborative networks with Canadian academic and clinical partners.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$200,000
Development of a remote health monitoring device for diabetic patients
$320,000
Creation of an organ-on-a-chip device to study liver diseases
$176,000
Development of personalized digital therapeutics for cognitive disorders
$296,000
Living micro-systems project to study lung diseases
$248,000
Implementation of contactless health monitoring systems for elderly care
$256,000
Bio-analytics project for space health monitoring systems
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- The applicant must be involved in the development, translation, or implementation of medical device innovations.
- The project must leverage scientific fundamentals and biomedical engineering expertise.
- The applicant should demonstrate an ability to collaborate within a network that includes industry, clinicians, academics, and government collaborators.
- The project must focus on areas such as point-of-care diagnostics, digital health innovations, or related biomedical software.
- The applicant must have capacity for prototype design, development, testing, and manufacturability of medical devices.
- The proposed project should aim to contribute to the advancement of Canada's medical device ecosystem.
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This grant supports the Canadian ecosystem in the development of medical device innovations, focusing on collaborations across various sectors of research and development.
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This grant supports initiatives focused on advancing medical device innovations from ideation to market within the Canadian ecosystem. Eligible projects aim to enhance research and development, foster collaborations, and support the commercialization of biomedical technologies.
- Research and development of polymer microfluidics for point-of-care diagnostics.
- Development and enhancement of digital health software platforms.
- Innovations in micro-nanofabrication for bioanalytical devices.
- Design and testing of devices for in-vitro diagnostics and organ-on-chip systems.
- Creation of personalized digital therapeutics for mental health conditions.
- Implementation of remote and contactless health monitoring solutions.
- Development of organ-on-a-chip devices for living micro-systems.
- Support for biomedical device prototyping and manufacturability testing.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:
- Deep biomedical acumen and commitment to research excellence
- Strong connectivity with clinicians, industry, academia, and government
- Track record of ideation-to-market and ability to navigate the translation process
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Initial Contact
- Contact Priyum Koonjul, Director of Business Development, to express your interest and gain insight into the application process.
- Utilize the contact information provided: Email and LinkedIn.
- Step 2: Review Grant Requirements
- Carefully read through the grant details to ensure understanding of the criteria and expectations.
- Identify key areas that align your project with the funding priorities.
- Step 3: Prepare Application
- Draft a detailed project proposal, highlighting innovation, objectives, and expected outcomes.
- Compile necessary documentation such as supporting research, budgets, timelines, and letters of support.
- Step 4: Review and Finalize
- Ensure all sections of the application are completed and reviewed for accuracy and completeness.
- Seek feedback from colleagues or mentors to improve the application quality.
- Step 5: Submission
- Submit the completed application as instructed, ensuring it is sent before any specified deadlines.
- Retain copies of all submitted documents for your records.
- Step 6: Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive confirmation of receipt from the fund provider and note any tracking or application numbers.
- Follow up with the contact person if no confirmation is received within the expected timeframe.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The grant involves collaborations with recognized institutions such as the University of Toronto and CHU Sainte-Justine.
- Supports projects that align with current trends in digital therapeutics and biomedical device innovation.
- Potential applicants should demonstrate strong connectivity with clinicians, industry, academia, and government.
- Applicants should have a track record in translating biomedical innovations from idea to market.
Apply to this program
Empowering Innovation in Canada's Medical Device Arena
This grant supports the rapid advancement and translation of medical device innovations within the Canadian ecosystem. By leveraging robust scientific and biomedical engineering expertise, it seeks to turn groundbreaking ideas into accessible medical solutions.
Expanding Opportunities for Medical Device Development Through Collaboration and Cutting-Edge Research
The grant is integral to propelling the development and deployment of innovative medical devices in Canada, focusing on advancements that stretch from initial concept to market launch. Targeting the vibrant intersection of industry, clinical practice, academia, and government, this grant fosters a collaborative environment where groundbreaking ideas are nurtured and brought to fruition. At the heart of this initiative is a commitment to scientific excellence, leveraging specialized expertise in areas such as polymer lab-on-chip technologies, micro-nanofabrication, and digital health solutions.
The facilities supported by this grant include state-of-the-art laboratories dedicated to the creation of polymer lab-on-chip solutions and microfluidics technologies — instrumental in developing low-cost, fast-result diagnostics that can be produced on a mass scale. The integration of digital health platforms ensures that biomedical software meets industry standards, facilitating applications like patient monitoring and clinician decision support. These infrastructures are designed not only to support research but also to bridge the gap between prototype development and market-ready products.
The grant underscores a focus on point-of-care diagnostics, aiming to produce scalable and affordable innovations in areas such as molecular diagnostics, drug discovery, and gene therapy. In digital health, the development of biomedical software innovations remains a pivotal area, reflecting the accelerating trend towards digital solutions in healthcare. This includes applications in patient assessment and therapy, underpinned by evidence-based research that guarantees efficacy and reliability.
To enhance its impact, the grant facilitates collaboration through centres like the Centre for Research and Applications in Fluidic Technologies (CRAFT) and the Collaborative Unit for Translational Research (CUTR). These partnerships extend to crucial research endeavors, such as the development of personalized digital therapeutics and remote health monitoring technologies, particularly benefiting remote or underserved communities.
Moreover, expertise in micro-nanofabrication and other advanced techniques ensures that research not only meets current healthcare demands but also anticipates future trends, bolstering Canada's position as a leader in medical device innovation. The focus on cognitive and psycho-motor human-machine interactions and digitally enhanced physiological sensing reveals an embracement of frontier technologies, which are pivotal in addressing neurological and mental health conditions.
This extensive network, backed by the global recognition of Canadian ingenuity in medical technology, provides strategic advantages in navigating regulatory landscapes and connecting with international markets. Thus, this grant not only represents a substantial financial commitment but also reinforces the infrastructure necessary for the dynamic and ongoing translation of innovative research to real-world applications.
Ultimately, through strategic partnerships and a dedicated focus on technological and process innovation, the grant empowers stakeholders at all levels of the medical device community. With a holistic approach to R&D and commercialization, it fosters an environment ripe for discovery and the delivery of life-enhancing technologies across Canada and beyond.
