Canada announced $630 million in funding to natural sciences and engineering researchers nationwide.
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Of this, $613 million will support 3,161 new awards for researchers across a wide range of disciplines, including defence and dual-use technologies, Arctic research, AI, quantum science, biotechnology, and clean technologies. These investments will equip our brightest minds to pursue high-impact innovation, helping transform Canadian ideas into commercially successful solutions that contribute to our economic growth and global competitiveness.
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The funding supports discovery research across Canada and helps create research environments where students and researchers can develop valuable skills. The global economy is rapidly changing and the Government of Canada is investing in the talent that will advance the research that will define the future of our industries, economy and sovereignty.
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Discovery Grants provide long-term support that enable researchers to push the boundaries of knowledge and pursue bold, transformative ideas. They also foster dynamic research environments where students and postdoctoral researchers gain invaluable experience and skills, and grow into the innovators, leaders, and highly qualified talent that will shape Canada’s future workforce.
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