NRC — Microbial fermentation pilot plant facility research facility

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the NRC — Microbial fermentation pilot plant facility research facility program?

To be eligible for the NRC — Microbial fermentation pilot plant facility research facility program, you must: • The applicant must be a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME). • The company should be engaged in biotechnology or related fields requiring microbial fermentation processes.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Microbial fermentation pilot plant facility research facility?

You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) or by phone at 514-496-3123.

Q: Where is the NRC — Microbial fermentation pilot plant facility research facility available?

The NRC — Microbial fermentation pilot plant facility research facility program is available the province of QC.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Microbial fermentation pilot plant facilities in Montreal and Ottawa

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Researchers And Facilities

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Fee-for-service access to broad range of equipment to rapidly convert laboratory results into industrial processes up to the 1,500-litre scale to assist with implementing current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

Activities funded

This grant is designed to support research and development initiatives within the biotechnology sector, particularly focused on microbial fermentation processes. Eligible projects or activities facilitate the scale-up and optimization of bioprocesses using specialized facilities and expertise.

Engineering and selection of recombinant strains including Escherichia coli, Methylo-bacterium extorquens, and yeast (Pichia; Saccharomyces).
Production of biotechnology products such as peptides, proteins, nutraceuticals, organic acids, polymers, and probiotics.
Screening and optimization of media, microorganisms, cell lines, and cultivation conditions.
Bioprocess optimization and scale-up to 1500 L.
Handling and bioprocessing of methanol-oxidizing microorganisms.
Testing of new monitoring/control equipment and reagents used in bioprocessing.
Purification and analytical services supporting bioprocessing operations.
Technical and scientific guidance tailored to bioprocess development.
Provision of general or specialized training in microbial fermentation and bioprocessing.
Preparation and documentation tailored to specific bioprocessing needs.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 150,000

Development of a sustainable cosmetics line compliant with cGMP standards

$ 170,000

Implementation of eco-friendly biopesticide production compliant with cGMP

$ 150,000

Development of a new plant-based protein supplement meeting cGMP standards

$ 250,000

Design and production of biocompatible surgical implants meeting cGMP requirements

$ 200,000

Scaling up of high-performance biofuel production to meet cGMP standards

$ 120,000

Production of medical-grade sterile packaging for pharmaceuticals adhering to cGMP

Eligibility

Eligibility for this facility's services and resources is specifically tailored to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with certain requirements.

The applicant should be a small and medium enterprise (SME) with limited capacity to invest in pilot-scale facilities compatible with current Good Manufacturing Processes (cGMP).
The company should be engaged in the biotechnology sector, requiring services like genome engineering, strain selection, or microbial fermentation process development.
The need for scaling up laboratory results to industrial processes up to the 1500 L scale should be demonstrated.

Who is eligible?

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs)

Selection criteria

Evaluation and selection criteria for this grant include: - Expertise in microbial fermentation and bioprocessing - Relevance of the project to industrial applications - Importance of the research to the biotechnology industry - Feasibility and scalability of the proposed work - Potential for commercialization and impact on the industry - Alignment with current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) if applicable - Track record of the research team and their ability to deliver results - Innovation and novelty of the proposed approach - Budget and resource management - Compatibility with the goals and objectives of the funding organization

How to apply

Preliminary contact

Contact Mélanie Arbour or Luke Masson to discuss the needs and possibilities for collaboration.
Assess the alignment between your project's needs and the capabilities of the pilot plant.

Definition of the project

Work with the NRC team to define the project objectives and the scope of the work.
Identify the resources and services needed for the project.

Submission of the request

Prepare a document describing the project, the objectives, and the specific needs.
Include any necessary documentation to support your request, such as technical details and timelines.
Send your request via email to Mélanie Arbour or Luke Masson, ensuring all interested parties are included.

Confirmation of receipt and validation

Receive a confirmation of receipt of your request from the CNRC team.
Participate in additional discussions to adjust and validate your project in collaboration with the CNRC team.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The facility offers specialized training tailored to the needs of SMEs and other clients.
Cutting-edge equipment is available for testing new monitoring and control equipment or reagents.
The NRC provides multidisciplinary expertise with a team of microbiologists, engineers, chemists, and biochemists.
The facility has a strong track record, with over 25 years of experience in supporting the biotech and research community.
SMEs are particularly encouraged to collaborate, as the facility offers unique resources that may not be otherwise accessible to them.

Documents and links

NRC — Microbial fermentation pilot plant facility research facility

Contacts

514-496-3123

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