Xecs call 4 – electronic components and systems - Canada

Xecs call 4 – electronic components and systems

Canada
Xecs supports collaborative R&D in electronic components and systems
grant_single|update January 24, 2025

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  • grant_single|closingDateJanuary 23, 2025
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Grant and Funding
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  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Health care and social assistance
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  • National Research Council Canada (NRC)
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The Xecs Call 4 is a grant under the Eureka Cluster Program designed to support collaborative R&D projects within the fields of micro and nano-electronics and photonics, aiming to foster innovation and commercialization in sectors like agrifood, digital industry, and health. While the maximum funding amount is not specified, the program primarily offers funding through national agencies like NRC IRAP to eligible Canadian SMEs developing technology-driven products or services for international markets.

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The Xecs call 4 provides financing through national funding bodies, with specific modalities depending on each participant's country and project requirements.
  • Eligible project participants may receive funding from their respective national funding bodies.
  • Funds are provided following the applicable laws and regulations of the national funding body, country, or jurisdiction involved.
  • Non-eligible participants, such as universities or research institutes, may participate on a self-funded basis or as sub-contractors.
  • Participants are encouraged to contact their national funding agency early to understand specific funding conditions.
  • Funding is contingent upon compliance with the respective national body’s rules and procedures.

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This grant supports collaborative research and development in the field of Electronic Components and Systems (ECS), focusing on micro and nano-electronics and photonics applications. The eligible projects span a variety of sectors, promoting innovation and commercialization of technology-driven solutions.
  • Development of advanced micro and nano-electronic systems for the agrifood sector and natural resource management.
  • Innovative applications of photonic technologies in the digital industry to improve productivity and sustainability.
  • Projects enhancing digital society connectivity and services through cutting-edge ECS advancements.
  • Design and implementation of energy-efficient electronic components for sustainable energy solutions.
  • Health and well-being improvements through the integration of electronics and sensory systems.
  • Mobility solutions that leverage ECS technologies for smarter and more efficient transport systems.

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Eligibility for Canadian SMEs to receive funding from NRC IRAP under the Xecs call for proposals is determined by the following criteria:
  • The applicant must be an incorporated, profit-oriented small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) in Canada.
  • The applicant must have 500 or fewer full-time equivalent employees.
  • The applicant must pursue growth and profit by developing and commercializing innovative, technology-driven new or improved products, services, or processes in Canada.
  • The applicant must have a differentiated and protectable technology that could become competitive in global markets.
  • The applicant must have sufficient working capital and resources to undertake a multi-year R&D collaboration and commercialize the results.
  • The applicant must be committed to significant growth through international market expansion.

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Xecs Call 4 is open to project proposals that involve collaborative research and development in electronic components and systems. Projects should align with strategic applications in sectors such as agrifood and natural resources, digital industry, digital society, energy, health and well-being, and mobility. The aim is to foster innovation and international collaboration among SMEs and other organizations.

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This grant has specific eligibility criteria that are largely inclusive but does delineate certain types of organizations that may not directly receive funding. The criteria focus funding on certain entities, potentially excluding others based on their organizational structure or funding sources.
  • Non-profit organizations and universities must self-fund or seek alternative sources as they do not directly qualify for funding.
  • Canadian organizations that are not SMEs must obtain funding independently, as funding is aimed at SMEs through NRC IRAP.

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This grant is predominantly available to Canadian small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP). It highlights the focus on Canadian businesses to promote growth and international market expansion.
  • Canadian SMEs eligible under NRC IRAP.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • Participants in collaborative projects should contact their national funding agency early in the process and follow their advice regarding national funding applications in parallel to the proposal submission.
  • Non-eligible project participants such as universities or research institutes may participate on a self-funded basis or as sub-contractors to funded participants, depending on the country's funding regulations.
  • Xecs is backed by AENEAS Industry Association with strategic focus from industry partners such as Airbus, Philips, Bosch, etc.
  • Xecs offers Matchmaking Events and Networking Tools to support consortium building and project ideation.

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Kasturi.Narayanan@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

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