NRC — Imaging, fluorescence and microscopy
Highlights
This program is designed for businesses like yours that need advanced imaging, fluorescence, and microscopy services. By applying, you gain access to state-of-the-art equipment and customized solutions tailored to your research and business needs. Our team’s extensive experience ensures you receive high-quality, cost-efficient services.
What You Get
- High sensitivity multi-color flow cytometry for detailed cell analysis
- Rapid quantitative analysis of up to 50 target genes, DNA fragments, RNA, peptides, or proteins
- Time-lapsed imaging for live cell assays, including wound healing and cell migration studies
Why Apply?
- Customized research plans to fit your technology needs
- Fee-for-service testing for developing new technologies, services, and product lines
- Collaborative research arrangements for innovative solutions
Working with us means leveraging top-tier technology and expertise to advance your business objectives. The qualification process is straightforward, making it easy for you to benefit from these exceptional services.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms:
- No repayment required. This is a non-repayable grant.
Eligible Expenses:
- Research and development costs
- Equipment purchases
- Salaries for research staff
- Materials and supplies
- Travel expenses related to research activities
Ineligible Expenses:
- General operational costs not related to research
- Marketing and advertising expenses
- Office supplies and administrative costs
Fees:
- There are no application or processing fees associated with this grant program.
Qualifications
- Must be a business involved in research and development.
- Must have a need for imaging, fluorescence, and microscopy services.
- Must be seeking high throughput, cost-efficient, and quality-controlled solutions.
Must be interested in fee-for-service testing or collaborative research arrangements.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses not involved in research and development.
- Businesses without a need for imaging, fluorescence, and microscopy services.
- Businesses not interested in fee-for-service testing or collaborative research arrangements.
Description
This program provides state-of-the-art imaging, fluorescence, and microscopy services. Your business can access high sensitivity multi-color flow cytometry, cell sorting, and related analyses. These services include live/dead analysis, detection of apoptosis, protein expression, cell cycle analysis, and cytometric bead arrays.
You can also benefit from rapid quantitative analysis of up to 50 target genes, DNA fragments, RNA, peptides, or proteins within a single sample using advanced equipment. Additionally, the program offers time-lapsed imaging of live cell assays, which is useful for wound healing, adhesion, and migration studies.
Why is this valuable for your business? The program offers customized solutions focused on high throughput, cost efficiency, and quality control. You can use these services to develop new technologies, services, and product lines. This can be done through fee-for-service testing or collaborative research arrangements, helping you meet your research and business objectives effectively.
Program Steps
Gather Required Documentation: Prepare the necessary documents for your application. You will need:
- Business registration details
- Financial statements (last 2 years)
- Business plan
- Project proposal or research plan
- Proof of business address
- Identification documents for business owners
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form provided on the official website. Ensure all sections are completed accurately.
Submit the Application: Send your completed application form and all required documentation to the specified email or mailing address provided by the program.
Contact Program Representatives: Reach out to the designated contact person for business-related inquiries if you have any questions or need assistance with the application process. For this program, you can contact April Luong at [email protected].
Review and Follow Up: After submission, monitor your email and phone for any follow-up requests or additional information needed by the program administrators.
Await Approval: Once your application is reviewed, you will be notified of the decision. If approved, you will receive further instructions on how to proceed with the program.
Engage in the Program: Upon approval, collaborate with the program team to start utilizing the services and equipment offered. Ensure you adhere to any guidelines or requirements set by the program.