Grants and Contributions:
Title:
AI-Driven Advanced Imaging Device for Biomarker Identification in Histology Slides
Agreement Number:
1034070
Agreement Value:
$322,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2026
Description:
illumiSonics is developing the Photon Absorption Remote Sensing (MLI®) Advanced Imaging Device (AID), a high-resolution, label-free imaging system that enhances digital pathology through multiplexed virtual staining of unstained FFPE tissue. By capturing multiple optical contrasts in a single scan, the device enables AI-driven image reconstruction of standard histological stains, such as H&E and Masson’s Trichrome. The project will finalize and validate the system, deploy it to a research partner, and generate revenue through scan-per-use and licensing models in support of translational research, biomarker discovery, and advanced cancer diagnostic tests.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Waterloo, Ontario, CA N2J 1N8
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q2-1034070
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
804440790
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
illumisonics Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Waterloo
Federal Riding Number:
35112
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
541710