NRC — Medical device facilities
Highlights
Hello,
If your business is in the medical device industry, this program is a fantastic opportunity for you. You'll gain direct access to top-notch research and development facilities that can help you bring your innovative medical technologies to market faster. Imagine having the tools and expertise to develop, test, and refine your products, all in one place. This program connects you with a network of industry leaders, clinicians, and academics, providing the support you need to succeed.
What's in it for you? You can focus on innovation without worrying about funding limits. This program offers a fee-for-service model, which means you can access advanced scientific infrastructure and expertise tailored to your needs. Whether you're working on point-of-care diagnostics or digital health solutions, this program provides the resources to turn your ideas into reality.
Why apply? Being part of this program means you'll be at the forefront of medical technology advancements in Canada. You'll have the chance to collaborate with leading experts and institutions, enhancing your business's growth and impact. Plus, it's available Canada-wide, so no matter where you are, you can take advantage of this unique opportunity to elevate your business.
Financing Details
Grant: The program offers non-repayable grants to support your project. This means you do not need to repay the funds provided, allowing you to focus fully on innovation and development without the burden of financial repayment.
Eligible Expenses: The grant covers a wide range of costs associated with the research and development of medical devices. This includes but is not limited to, expenses for materials, equipment, and direct labor; costs related to intellectual property protection; and expenses for clinical trials and regulatory compliance.
Use of Funds: The funds must be strictly used towards the advancement of medical device technology as outlined in your approved project proposal. It is important to note that the funds cannot be used for general business expenses such as marketing, routine operational costs, or non-project related salaries.
Fees: There are no application or processing fees associated with this grant. This ensures that all funds can be fully utilized towards the development of your medical technology project, maximizing the potential for successful outcomes.
Qualifications
- Location Requirement: Business must be located in Canada.
- Industry Focus: Business must be involved in the medical devices sector, particularly in diagnostics and biomedical engineering.
- Collaboration: Business should be willing to collaborate with industry, clinicians, academics, and government partners.
- Research and Development: Business must engage in R&D activities related to medical diagnostics, microfluidics, biomedical software, or related fields.
- Facility Use: Business should require access to specialized facilities such as polymer lab-on-a-chip, microfluidics laboratories, or digital health software platforms.
- Innovation Focus: Business should focus on innovations like point-of-care diagnostics, polymer microfluidics, digital health, or biomedical software.
- Expertise Alignment: Business should align with expertise areas such as micro-nanofabrication, in-vitro diagnostics, organ-on-chip devices, or cognitive and psycho-motor human-machine interactions.
- Product Development: Business must be involved in prototype design, development, and testing for manufacturability.
- Technical Support: Business should seek technical support and advice for biomedical device and software R&D.
Description
Your business can benefit from a unique opportunity to access advanced research and development facilities. This program supports the creation and commercialization of medical diagnostic technologies. You'll have direct access to cutting-edge scientific infrastructure and expertise. This means your business can innovate and bring new medical devices to market faster.
The program offers a collaborative environment, connecting you with industry leaders, clinicians, and academics. This network can help you develop, test, and refine your products. Whether you're working on point-of-care diagnostics or digital health solutions, you'll find the support you need to succeed.
No funding limits are set, so you can focus on what matters—growing your business and advancing medical technology. This program is available Canada-wide, ensuring that wherever you are, you can take advantage of this opportunity.
Program Steps
Prepare Your Documentation
Gather the following documents to support your application:- Business registration details
- A brief description of your medical device project
- Any existing research or development data
- Proposed budget and funding requirements
- Team qualifications and expertise
Complete the Application Form
Fill out the application form with accurate information about your business and project.Submit Your Application
Send your completed application and documentation to the designated program contact.Await Confirmation
Wait for a confirmation email regarding the status of your application.Participate in an Initial Consultation
If accepted, engage in an initial consultation to discuss your project and how to best utilize the program's resources.Access Facilities and Expertise
Start accessing the research and development facilities, as well as the network of industry leaders and experts.Develop and Refine Your Product
Work collaboratively to develop, test, and refine your medical device or digital health solution.Monitor Progress and Adjust Plans
Regularly assess your project's progress and make necessary adjustments based on feedback and results.Prepare for Market Launch
As your project nears completion, begin planning for the commercialization of your medical device.Stay Connected
Maintain communication with your network of collaborators for ongoing support and potential future projects.
