The NRC Genomics and Health Initiative

Canada Takes Lead in Canola Research

NRC and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) have released the single largest number ever of DNA sequences for Brassica napus (Canola) and related species.  These sequnces have been added to the global repository for DNA sequence information - GenBank.

Not only does this mark a significant contribution to the international science community, it also positions Canada as a centre of excellence in the areas of environment, natural resources and health - priorities identified in Canada's new Science and Technology Strategy.  With this contribution, the world is one step closer to creating an improved generation of versatile Brassica crops with endless, environmental and industrial benefits.

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NRC Celebrates 90 Years of Research Excellence

Discover more about NRC's proud past, vital future and important research initiatives.

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A New Generation of Research Programs

The NRC-GHI is currently in the process of evaluating research proposals for its next phase of research scheduled to commence in April 2008 and run until March 2011. 

Selected programs will focus on the changing needs and emerging key sectors of national importance such as health & wellness, sustainable energy and the environment.

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