Title:
CIIP Korea project SRaSTCSpS Smart Raman Spectroscopy Tissue Characterization System to Guide Pedicle Screw Placement in Spinal Surgery
Agreement Value:
$451,800.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2023
Description:
CIIP Korea project SRaSTCSpS with U&I Corporation (Korea)
Lumbar implants require the insertion of pedicle screws, which has traditionally been performed using anatomical references (intra- or pre-operative radiological imaging) to determine their entry point. However, these techniques are limited in terms tissue characterization specificity, can incur large radiation exposure (intra-operative imaging) and spatial localization errors (pre-operative imaging). The purpose of this project is to develop a Raman spectroscopy system for intra-operative tissue characterization during pedicle screw placement. Using Raman molecular fingerprinting capabilities, the device will detect nerve bundles, soft tissue and bone in real-time ensuring no damage to nerves are incurred while drilling.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The Canadian International Innovation Program fosters and supports collaborative industrial research and development projects with high potential for commercialization between Canada and partner countries. It also stimulates bilateral science and technology networking and matchmaking activities to further new partnerships and accelerate the commercialization of research and development.
Location:
Montreal, Quebec, CA H2S 3B5
Reference Number:
172-2020-2021-Q2-952396
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
824310361
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
ODS Medical Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Rosemont--La Petite-Patrie
Federal Riding Number:
24064
Program:
Canadian International Innovation Program
Program Purpose:
The Canadian International Innovation Program fosters and supports collaborative industrial research and development projects with high potential for commercialization between Canada and partner countries. It also stimulates bilateral science and technology networking and matchmaking activities to further new partnerships and accelerate the commercialization of research and development.
Coverage:
The Canadian International Innovation Program supports industrial R & D partnerships and matchmaking activities between Canadian companies and foreign partners with a view to accelerating commercialization and facilitating market access.