Government of Canada announces more than $29 million in support for 18 research teams across the country
The CBB Received $1.6 million CREATE Grant from NSERC (CREATE - Competition Results - 2018)
| Grant Holder | Catherine Burns | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title of Proposal | Training in Global Biomedical Technology Research and Innovation | ||||||
| University | Waterloo | ||||||
| Grant Amount | $1,650,000.00 | ||||||
July 16, 2018 – Sherbrooke, Quebec - The next generation of Canadian scientists and engineers can rely on their mentors in research and industry to help them gain the knowledge, experience and skills they need to land the jobs of the future. Today’s up-and-coming researchers also have the chance to learn from their counterparts from around the world who bring new perspectives on science and are attracted to Canada’s strong research community.
It is this exciting combination of research, industry and foreign expertise that creates the perfect conditions for new investments in science.
Today, the Honourable Kirsty Duncan, Minister of Science and Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities, announced $29.7 million in Collaborative Research and Training Experience (CREATE) grants to 18 Canadian research teams across the country who are working to further discovery and innovation in areas such as environmental protection, green energy, and advanced manufacturing. The teams include a wide range of collaborators from several countries, including Germany, France, Australia, the United States, Switzerland and Brazil.
In addition to strengthening partnerships between Canadian and foreign research teams, the CREATE program, delivered by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), provides students with hands-on training opportunities for the jobs of the future along with valuable connections to people working in industry, government and community organizations.
Quick Facts
- CREATE teams are made up of a variety of national and international researchers and innovators who bring a diverse set of skills and experiences into the lab. Trainees will intern with several industrial partners and/or government agencies as part of the program.
- This year’s CREATE projects cover a wide variety of topics including artificial intelligence, quantum technology, photonics, bioengineering, urban infrastructure, advanced polymer materials, and wearable technology.
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