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SFU 4D LABS

Q: Who is eligible for the SFU 4D LABS program?

To be eligible for the SFU 4D LABS program, you must: Applicants should be either academic institutions or industry users involved in advanced materials research and development. The project must involve the use of testing, fabrication, or prototyping tools.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the SFU 4D LABS?

You can contact Simon Fraser University 4D LABS.

Q: Where is the SFU 4D LABS available?

The SFU 4D LABS program is available the province of British Columbia.

Q: Is the SFU 4D LABS a grant, loan, or tax credit?

SFU 4D LABS is a Researchers And Facilities

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the SFU 4D LABS?

SFU 4D LABS is funded by Simon Fraser University 4D LABS

Last Update: March 4, 2026

British Columbia, Canada

Support for BC product development

Researchers And Facilities

Simon Fraser University 4D LABS

Overview

Access fee-for-service tools and expertise to help you design, develop, demonstrate and deliver your technology — including energy, clean tech, healthcare and biotech.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Develop strategic partnerships

Develop a new product

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services

Location

British Columbia

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Startups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Higher Education
Research

Target groups

Business owners / entrepreneurs
Academia / students

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Design and development of advanced prototypes.
Fabrication and prototyping services utilizing clean room facilities and advanced lithography techniques.
Thin film deposition and growth to improve material performance.
Utilization of dry etching and wet chemistries for device fabrication.
Conducting electron microscopy for detailed material and device testing.
Sample preparation and processing for accurate composition and structural analysis.
Data collection and analysis for technology commercialization.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 250,000

Developing a new clean energy storage system for urban installations

$ 350,000

Developing a new AI-based system for real-time traffic management

$ 350,000

Launching a drone-based delivery service to improve supply chain efficiency

$ 300,000

Creating a telemedicine platform to improve rural healthcare access

$ 280,000

Developing bioplastics from agricultural waste to reduce environmental impact

$ 270,000

Establishing a recycling program for electronic waste in urban areas

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

The given information does not provide specific evaluation and selection criteria or point scores for projects under SFU's Core Facility for Advanced Materials Research and Development grant.

Eligible expenses

The projects eligible for this grant are centered around leveraging advanced materials research and development to solve complex problems. These activities facilitate both academic and industry users to create innovative solutions across different technological and commercial landscapes.

Design and development of advanced prototypes using a full suite of testing, fabrication, and prototyping tools.
Quality data collection for materials research and development purposes.
Commercialization of technology solutions through collaboration with industry and academic experts.
Utilization of staff expertise in various scientific and business domains to deliver advanced material solutions across sectors.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the SFU 4D LABS Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the SFU 4D LABS. 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 SFU 4D LABS?

Who is eligible for the SFU 4D LABS program?

What expenses are eligible under SFU 4D LABS?

SFU 4D LABS offers a comprehensive platform for projects focused on advanced materials research and development. Eligible activities revolve around providing state-of-the-art testing, fabrication, prototyping, and analysis to support both academic and industry needs. Design and development of advanced prototypes. Fabrication and prototyping services utilizing clean room facilities and advanced lithography techniques. Thin film deposition and growth to improve material performance. Utilization of dry etching and wet chemistries for device fabrication. Conducting electron microscopy for detailed material and device testing. Sample preparation and processing for accurate composition and structural analysis. Data collection and analysis for technology commercialization.