Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Quantum bio-imaging for next generation health diagnostics
Agreement Number:
988530
Agreement Value:
$192,141.00
Agreement Date:
Dec 21, 2021 - Sep 30, 2025
Description:
Technological advances in imaging instrumentation in the short-wave infrared (SWIR) range (1000-1700 nm) have resulted in unparalleled improvements in fluorescence image resolution and depth of penetration in biological tissues, which is required for preclinical in vivo imaging. However, one major limitation for the clinical adoption of SWIR imaging is the lack of biocompatible and powerful (high quantum yield) SWIR emitters. Semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) with SWIR emission are a new emerging classes of nanomaterials with potential to drive innovative biomolecular imaging and quantum sensing. The quantum confinement effects and unique imaging properties of these novel nanomaterials can be exploited to develop powerful quantum biosensors capable of non-invasive monitoring of chemical and biological changes and processes deep in the body and in clinical samples. In the Project, the aim is to transform these nanomaterials into multi-modal imaging probes and intelligent bio-sensors by better understanding of their structure-function relationships, biocompatibility and tissue targeting abilities.
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:
Nottingham, GB
Reference Number:
172-2021-2022-Q3-00013
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
000000000
Recipient Type:
Academia
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreement has been modified by 273 days.
Amendment Date
Sep 3, 2024
Recipient's Legal Name:
The University of Nottingham
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
Amendments: