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Title:

Development of innovative techniques for the chemical and biological characterization of micro and nano-plastics

Agreement Number:

976241

Agreement Value:

$105,028.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 14, 2021 - Mar 31, 2023

Description:

Monitoring the effects of micro- and nano-plastics on our oceans requires the following: identifying sources of contamination; ascertaining their biological impacts; developing reliable, validated detection methods; and producing specific reference materials. The Project addresses all of these aspects and could lead to novel and improved detection methods and the discovery of biological or chemical markers characteristic of plastic exposure. It will provide data on the extent and severity of plastic pollution in wastewater—one of the main sources of plastic pollution—and in the aquatic environment. It will also improve knowledge of the biological impacts of plastic pollution, allowing for better ocean impact assessments.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators. In the long term, find collaborative solutions to public policy challenges and create stronger innovation systems.

Location:

Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA B3H 4R2

Reference Number:

172-2021-2022-Q1-976241

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

886806561

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Legal Name:

Dalhousie University

Federal Riding Name:

Halifax

Federal Riding Number:

12005

Program:

Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives

Program Purpose:

Collaborate on multiparty research and development programs to catalyze transformative, high-risk, high-reward research with the potential for game-changing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs in priority areas.

NAICS Code:

541710 - R&D in the physical, engineering and life sciences