Grants and Contributions:
Title:
De-risking precision fermentation-derived collagen
Agreement Number:
1041718
Agreement Value:
$249,900.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2027
Description:
In this project, the Liven team will establish a regulatory-compatible microbial strain and precision fermentation process for animal-free collagen ingredient. In parallel, ingredient-specific bioactivity data will be collected to validate intended health benefits. The project will reduce technical and regulatory uncertainty, and advance commercialization in functional food and supplement applications.
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:
Mississauga, Ontario, CA L5M 5Z6
Reference Number:
172-2026-2027-Q1-1041718
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
798246468
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Liven Proteins Corp.
Federal Riding Name:
Mississauga--Erin Mills
Federal Riding Number:
35060
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:
311990