NRC-BRI Network

The National Research Council Biotechnology Program consists of six institutes located across Canada. In collaboration with IRAP and CISTI, they work together to promote technology transfer and knowledge dissemination. These institutes stimulate and support research efforts in the health, environment, plant genetics, and aquaculture sectors.

• NRC's Biotechnology Research Institute (NRC-BRI), Montréal, Quebec
• NRC's Institute for Biodiagnostics (NRC-IBD), Winnipeg, Manitoba
• NRC's Institute for Biological Sciences (NRC-IBS), Ottawa, Ontario
• NRC's Institute for Marine Biosciences (NRC-IMB), Halifax, Nova Scotia
• NRC's Plant Biotechnology Institute (NRC-PBI), Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
• NRC's Institute for Nutrisciences and Health (NRC-INH), Charlottetown, PEI

The NRC's Steacie Institute for Molecular Sciences (NRC-SIMS, Ottawa, Ontario) supports the biotechnology program with specific basic research.

The NRC's Genomics and Health Initiative (NRC-GHI) is an integral part of the NRC biotechnology program. It brings the benefits of revolutionary advances in the genome sciences and health research to a variety of Canadian industrial sectors and regions.

NRC's Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP)
NRC-IRAP is a vital component in Canada's innovation system. NRC-IRAP provides Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) with value-added technological and business advice, financial assistance and a range of other innovation assistance.

NRC's Canadian Institute for Scientific and Technical Information (NRC-CISTI)
NRC-CISTI is a world-renowned source for information in all areas of science, technology, engineering, and medicine.

Montréal Centre of Excellence in Brownfields Rehabilitation (MCEBR)
The Centre promotes, supports and implements research, development and experimental programs in the areas of soil decontamination or site rehabilitation.

International Network of Protein Engineering Centers (INPEC)
INPEC is a group of national centers involved in the promotion of basic and applied research in the field of protein engineering.

Montreal Centre for Experimental Therapeutics in Cancer (MCETC)
MCETC is a multidisciplinary and inter-university team of experts focusing on the development of innovative therapies, drugs, and technologies, for the treatment of cancer.

The National Research Council Canada (NRC)
NRC is the Government of Canada's premier organization for research and development. NRC is composed of over 20 institutes and national programs; it spans a wide variety of disciplines and offers a broad array of services.

Canadian Bioinformatics Resource (CBR)
CBR is dedicated to providing the research community with convenient, effective access to widely used bioinformatics tools and databases.

Canadian Technology Network (CTN)
CTN links government agencies, universities, industry associations and economic development agencies to provide innovative Canadian companies with integrated, accessible pathways to relevant information and services.

NRC Research Press
The NRC Research Press, as part of the Canadian Institute for Scientific and Technical Information, publishes 15 journals as well as monographs, conference proceedings, and allied publications.

Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR)
CIHR is Canada's premier health research funding agency, providing funds to over 8,500 researchers in universities, teaching hospitals, and research institutes across Canada.

BioPortal
The Government of Canada's biotechnology resource for consumers, industry, scientists and educators.

Genome Canada
Genome Canada is dedicated to developing and implementing a national strategy in genomics and proteomics research for the benefit of Canadians.

Génome Québec
Génome Québec provides financial support for major genomics and proteomics research initiatives. These investments promote not only the advancement of knowledge but also profitable scientific and commercial partnerships with both private and public sectors.