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NRC — Zebrafish research facility
Industry testing with zebrafish models
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
The NRC’s zebrafish facility supports industry research with standardized and customizable in vivo testing models. It is used for bioactivity, toxicity, pharmacological testing, and disease model development, with a maximum funding amount not specified.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Halifax
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative research using zebrafish models.
- Testing services for bioactivity and toxicity.
- Development and validation of in vivo assays, methods, and disease models.
- Pharmacological and toxicological testing of chemicals and compounds.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies and researchers seeking collaborative testing services.
- Organizations working on natural health products.
- Organizations working on human health therapeutics.
- Organizations developing or testing chemicals, extracts, or complex mixtures.
Eligible geographic areas
- Halifax, Nova Scotia
Additional information
- The facility is Canadian Council on Animal Care certified.
- It is part of the National Research Council of Canada.
- It supports collaborative research and testing services.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Zebrafish research facility Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NRC — Zebrafish research facility. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the NRC — Zebrafish research facility?
The NRC’s zebrafish facility supports industry research with standardized and customizable in vivo testing models. It is used for bioactivity, toxicity, pharmacological testing, and disease model development, with a maximum funding amount not specified.
Who is eligible for the NRC — Zebrafish research facility program?
To be eligible for the NRC — Zebrafish research facility program, you must:
Collaborative research or testing project
Focus on toxicity or bioactivity
Natural health or human therapeutics
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Zebrafish research facility?
Collaborative research using zebrafish models.
Testing services for bioactivity and toxicity.
Development and validation of in vivo assays, methods, and disease models.
Pharmacological and toxicological testing of chemicals and compounds.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Zebrafish research facility?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at James.DePater@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 613-614-9547.
Where is the NRC — Zebrafish research facility available?
The NRC — Zebrafish research facility program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the NRC — Zebrafish research facility a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Zebrafish research facility is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Zebrafish research facility?
NRC — Zebrafish research facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada