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Title:

Validation of Novel Treatment for Incontinence-Related Skin Damage

Agreement Number:

1020205

Agreement Value:

$138,800.00

Agreement Date:

Jun 1, 2024 - Jan 4, 2027

Description:

Three studies will be conducted; study 1 is a pilot that aims to de-risk studies 2 and 3 by validating a novel monitoring tool, the IAD-ITD-M, for nurses to assess and track moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) caused by incontinence, distinguishing it from other conditions. Studies 2 and 3 evaluate the safety and efficacy of a proprietary cream (DermaShield) – containing a natural plant extract - in treating MASD from diarrhea or fecal incontinence, hypothesizing improved healing compared to the standard of care.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.

Location:

Port Williams, Nova Scotia, CA B0P 1T0

Reference Number:

172-2024-2025-Q2-1020205

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

739815330

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Additional Information:

This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The total amended value is -34,300 dollars.

Amendment Date

Feb 26, 2026

Recipient's Legal Name:

Scotiaderm Inc.

Federal Riding Name:

Kings--Hants

Federal Riding Number:

12007

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program

Program Purpose:

The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.

Coverage:

Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.

NAICS Code:

325410

Amendments:

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