Research publications in “prestigious” journals and teaching performance far outweigh community service in assessing academic promotion and tenure, even though some of the criteria are flawed.
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The Short Report – Feb. 2, 2022: Canadian cleantech companies make Top 100 global list, major VC funds launched by MaRS and Deloitte Canada, regional tech ecosystems see record investment, and more
GOVERNMENT NEWS Environment and Climate Change Canada has opened the second round of applications for $200 million in funding for climate action initiatives through the Low Carbon Economy Fund “Champions” funding stream. Applicants can request between $1 million to $25 million for eligible project expenditures. Since being launched in 2018, the Low Carbon Economy Challenge…
Canadian innovation leaders launch coalition against racism
A group of 25 leaders from the Canadian tech and innovation sectors have launched the Coalition of Innovation Leaders Against Racism (CILAR), which plans to create more opportunities for BIPOC people within the innovation economy.
The Short Report – May 20, 2020: Last network renewals for sunsetting NCE program; New accelerator targets healthy living; Canadian health research at “elevated risk” for hacking; and more
The Networks of Centres of Excellence has awarded $80.7 million in funding to five networks – the last cohorts to be renewed as the NCE program begins winding down over the next few years. Three-year renewals were granted to: Aging Gracefully across Environments using Technology to support Wellness, Engagement and Long Life (AGE-WELL) ($22 million);…
The Short Report, May 6, 2020: AbCellera receives $175.6M for COVID-19 therapies; Canada contributes $850 million to global pandemic response; new “super angel” fund launches; and more
Vancouver-based AbCellera Biologics will receive up to $175.6 million from the federal Strategic Innovation Fund to fast-track antibody therapies against COVID-19. The funding will also go to build a first-of-its-kind antibody manufacturing facility over the next four years to help Canada respond to future pandemics. AbCellera has partnered with global biopharmaceutical company Eli Lilly to…
Innovation Conversations: Q&A with Molly Shoichet
In an interview with RE$EARCH MONEY, Molly Shoichet discusses her new biotech startup, her experience as Ontario’s chief scientist, and her views on innovation in Canada.
Feds Look to Social Innovation and Social Finance to Help Break Social Barriers to Prosperity
A long-awaited report on social innovation and social finance was released last week as input for a national strategy being prepared by the federal government.
Tech sector, universities promote Canada as ideal location to live, work and study in response to US travel ban
The Canadian tech sector and associations representing the nation’s universities and scientists are swiftly organizing to criticize a “discriminatory” White House executive order they say impedes the flow of talent and ideas and marginalizes people based on their birthplace, race and religion.
MaRS establishes $30M early-stage clean tech fund
MaRS has established an early-stage clean tech fund backed solely by private sector financing to accelerate the development of firms in the MaRS Cleantech Practice. The $30-million MaRS Cleantech Fund LP is managed by MaRS Cleantech senior advisor Dr Tom Rand and Murray McCaig and has already made investments in GreenMantra and Smart Energy Instruments.…
Evans family gift funds MaRS Solutions Lab
MaRS is launching the MaRS Solutions Lab (MaRS SL) with a $10-million gift from the Evans family in honour of Dr John Evans, a MaRS co-founder and its chair emeritus. MaRS SL will select young leaders through a competitive process to benefit from the MaRS environment of mentorship, a systems view of the innovation process,…
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