National Research Council Canada

Mission-oriented programs across industries

These R&D programs bring together researchers and facilities from across the NRC's 14 research centres, with academic and industrial partners

• Up to 7 years in duration Grant and contribution funding is provided through the NRC's National Program Office for collaborators who offer complementary expertise, including academic institutions and small and medium-sized enterprises

Programs are developed in consultation with stakeholders and strengthened through peer review

Learn more about opportunities for collaboration in any of the following areas: To address challenges requiring further R&D for solutions to meet COVID-19-related needs

Learn more about pandemic response

Materials for Clean Fuels

To develop new materials for clean and sustainable sources of energy

Learn more about materials for clean fuels

High-throughput and Secure Networks

To develop high-performance, rapid and secure communication for rural and remote communities

Learn more about high-throughput and secure networks

Artificial Intelligence for Design

A foundation of AI tools, technologies and capabilities to support the above mission areas

Learn more about artificial intelligence for design

Disruptive Technology Solutions for Cell and Gene Therapy

To develop disruptive technology solutions for cell and gene therapies to significantly improve health outcomes

Learn more about disruptive technology solutions for cell and gene therapy To improve the quality of life of older adults and their personal caregivers through innovation that will support safe and healthy aging

Internet of Things: Quantum Sensors

To develop revolutionary sensors that could be engineered and commercialized for applications in the environment, natural resources, health care, and defence

To address pressing issues impacting the quality of life of northern peoples

To support commercial and government innovations in quantum algorithms and applied quantum computing

Learn more about Challenge program projects and people

Harnessing the power of AI for global good A digital coach to help overworked health care workers get a good night's sleep Quantum cyber security: Keeping secrets safe in the quantum age