Grants and Contributions:
Title:
AI-guided solutions for the optimization and smart control in mineral processing
Agreement Number:
1039736
Agreement Value:
$530,063.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 26, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
The Project focuses on two strategic activities to enhance the operational capabilities of the CBMI AI-guided processing acceleration platform (PAP) for critical mineral extraction. The first activity involves creating a comprehensive and high-quality industrial-level dataset that documents process parameters, aiding in the development of AI models and controllers for mineral processing. The Recipient will contribute their expertise in sustainable lithium-ion battery technology and mineral processing to generate this dataset. The second activity targets optimizing mineral processing through AI models, which will automate parameter adjustments, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. These AI-driven solutions will enhance process control and contribute to the SDL's development, aligning with CBMI's objectives. The team brings expertise in materials discovery and process optimization to the Project.
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:
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, CA B2Y 4M9
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1039736
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
722879764
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Syntra Refining Corp.
Federal Riding Name:
Dartmouth--Cole Harbour
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