The initial focus of the Centre will be on commercializing new technology discoveries related to the environment, natural resources and energy; health and related life sciences; and digital media.
Centre of Excellence for Materials and Manufacturing
The materials and manufacturing sector in Ontario directly employs more
than one million people. Canada’s largest business sector, manufacturing
accounts for 18 per cent of all economic activity in the country. The
Centre of Excellence for Materials and Manufacturing addresses the future
of the sector through investment in research partnerships that increase
the competitiveness and productivity of Ontario businesses.
The Centre works with industry to solve problems by co-investing in the
research and development of competitive-edge, industrially relevant technologies.
The Centre engages the brightest minds at Ontario’s universities
and colleges in the challenges faced by businesses. We assemble the partners
and resources required to deliver innovative solutions – including
recent graduates and young innovators – to make organizations more
competitive. Our R&D portfolio is driven by the needs of Ontario industry,
especially those where the economic impact of technology and knowledge
will be the greatest.
The Centre offers:
Access to post-secondary research capabilities including facilities,
equipment, personnel and experienced research teams
An interactive network of industry and academic participants
Creative students trained in leading-edge knowledge and technology
areas
Opportunities to participate in a broad range of research initiatives
including consortia and collaborative projects
Extensive intellectual property and project-management expertise
Technology and know-how for commercialization and licensing
The ability to access and attract other partners and resources
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