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Nu:ionic Hydrogen-Producing Microwave Reactor Achieves Commercial Threshold

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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This commercial scale, 100kW electrified reactor can be used in many applications for low carbon hydrogen production from various feedstocks, including biogas, natural gas or renewable ammonia.

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  • This commercial scale, 100kW electrified reactor can be used in many applications for low carbon hydrogen production from various feedstocks, including biogas, natural gas or renewable ammonia.
  • The reactor is undergoing rigorous testing and accumulating run time in the company’s Fredericton, New Brunswick Research and Innovation Center.
  • Microwave Catalytic Reformer installation at Nu:ionic’s Research and Innovation Center.
  • The Microwave Catalytic Reformer is an example of an innovative use of industrial microwave technology for natural gas reforming and other applications,” said Jim Tranquilla, President and Chief Technology Officer.

Promoting Atlantic Canada-U.S. collaboration during New England visit

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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While at SENA, she met with Atlantic Canadian businesses to take stock of Atlantic Canada's competitive advantage in the global fish and seafood industry.

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  • While at SENA, she met with Atlantic Canadian businesses to take stock of Atlantic Canada's competitive advantage in the global fish and seafood industry.
  • This collaboration is an avenue to deepen the long-standing ties between Atlantic Canada and New England.
  • "From world-class fish and seafood exports to renewable energy, Atlantic Canada and New England have shared a close bond for generations.
  • Atlantic Canadian provinces have a long history of collaboration with their American neighbours on energy trade and as a trusted supplier of renewable energy.

3D BioFibR Raises $3.52M to Bring its Premium Collagen Fiber Products to Market

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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3D BioFibR, a leading innovator in biomaterials for tissue engineering, announced today it has raised over $3.52M in seed financing.

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  • 3D BioFibR, a leading innovator in biomaterials for tissue engineering, announced today it has raised over $3.52M in seed financing.
  • The financing will be used to expand 3D BioFibR’s facilities to include a climate controlled biomanufacturing cleanroom and bring its premium collagen fiber products to market.
  • “We are grateful for this investment as it accelerates our plan to meet the increasing demand from tissue engineers for a premium 3D collagen scaffold that optimizes cell growth,” said Kevin Sullivan, CEO of 3D BioFibR.
  • “We see great market potential for 3D BioFibR’s premium collagen products for use in 3D cell culture and tissue engineering applications,” said Patrick Keefe, general partner of Build Ventures.

New BioAccelerator to Grow Biomanufacturing Capacity for Canada

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Friday, February 10, 2023
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ft. biomanufacturing centre of expertise is unique in Canada in its design and service delivery components.

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  • ft. biomanufacturing centre of expertise is unique in Canada in its design and service delivery components.
  • Tenants in the BioAccelerator will include early-stage companies, small, and medium size enterprises from Atlantic Canada, across Canada, and from international locations.
  • “Attracting more leading bioscience companies to Atlantic Canada is a key opportunity to grow and strengthen the bioscience cluster in our region.
  • “This investment positions Atlantic Canada as a leading force in Canada’s bio-revolution.”
    The BioAccelerator is expected to be completed in fall 2025.

Government of Canada Extends Funding for Spruce Budworm Research to Protect Forests in Atlantic Canada

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Friday, December 16, 2022
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Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced the renewal of the Early Intervention Strategy for Spruce Budworm research program.

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  • Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced the renewal of the Early Intervention Strategy for Spruce Budworm research program.
  • This investment will continue the protection of forests in Atlantic Canada and improve the knowledge and tools needed to manage this destructive insect across Canada.
  • The Early Intervention Strategy (EIS)for Spruce Budworm is an innovative management approach that involves applying treatment to zones with low and growing spruce budworm populations.
  • By tackling the invasive spruce budworm in Atlantic Canada, we can create healthier ecosystems and habitats for species at risk.

NOVONIX Launches New Pilot Production Facility for Cathode Materials

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Nov. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NOVONIX Limited (NASDAQ: NVX, ASX: NVX, OTCQX: NVNXF) (NOVONIX or the Company), a leading battery materials and technology company, today announced the opening of its new pilot production facility aimed to position NOVONIX as an industry leader in cathode technology.

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  • HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Nov. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NOVONIX Limited (NASDAQ: NVX, ASX: NVX, OTCQX: NVNXF) (NOVONIX or the Company), a leading battery materials and technology company, today announced the opening of its new pilot production facility aimed to position NOVONIX as an industry leader in cathode technology.
  • This pilot scale facility will allow the Company to demonstrate the feasibility of large-scale production, with the production target of up to 10 tonnes per annum.
  • Launching our cathode pilot facility is another significant step in NOVONIXs efforts to pioneer a North American battery supply chain and revolutionize the sector with high quality materials and more efficient production methods, said Chris Burns, Founder and CEO of NOVONIX.
  • NOVONIX is committed to enhancing the production of cathode material through its proprietary process while providing scalable solutions that address skyrocketing battery materials demand.

Government of Canada Support to Rebuild Small Craft Harbours and Recover Lost Fishing Gear Post-Hurricane Fiona

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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The impacts of Hurricane Fiona have been immense, including gear loss and damage to small craft harbours.

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  • The impacts of Hurricane Fiona have been immense, including gear loss and damage to small craft harbours.
  • The Government of Canada is working with fish harvesters, harbour authorities and provincial governments to clean up the ocean and begin repairs to critical infrastructure, including small craft harbours.
  • The funding will also provide a boost to DFO's Ghost Gear Fund , which supports concrete actions to prevent, retrieve and responsibly dispose of lost fishing gear.
  • We encourage harvesters to report their lost fishing gear as soon as possible so efforts can be made to return retrieved fishing gear to their owner and prioritize areas of highest gear loss.

Canada’s Food and Biotech Island Just Got Bigger With Chinova Bioworks New Manufacturing Space In The Bioscience Manufacturing Incubator Building On PEI

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Sept. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Chinova Bioworks (Chinova), a Canadian-based natural ingredient company, hit a turning point by expanding its manufacturing space inside the Bioscience Manufacturing Incubator (BMI) on PEI.

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  • CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Sept. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Chinova Bioworks (Chinova), a Canadian-based natural ingredient company, hit a turning point by expanding its manufacturing space inside the Bioscience Manufacturing Incubator (BMI) on PEI.
  • The food grade space allowed Chinova to meet its early production goals, all while in a GMP environment.
  • "Chinova Bioworks is proud to be a part of Canada's food and biotech island on PEI.
  • Chinova is a semi-finalist for the Food Waste Reduction Challenge for the Novel Technologies Streams through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

Expanded deCoste Centre will offer Pictou County residents better access to cultural and community programming

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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"The deCoste Centre has been a fixture on the Pictou waterfront for over 35 years.

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  • "The deCoste Centre has been a fixture on the Pictou waterfront for over 35 years.
  • The Town of Pictou, the Municipality of the County of Pictou, and the community at large are providing over $1 million.
  • "The new cultural hub will transform the downtown core of Pictou and the surrounding community.
  • Both the deCoste Centre and Pictou Library are invaluable community spaces that provide important services to residents and visitors.

Siemens Critical Infrastructure Defense Center latest investment in Canada’s cybersecurity network

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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The center is the first facility of its kind in the Siemens realm dedicated to Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) focused on Operations Technology (OT).

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  • The center is the first facility of its kind in the Siemens realm dedicated to Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) focused on Operations Technology (OT).
  • Siemens has been investing in its Canadian cyber initiatives since launching its Cybersecurity Research and Development Center in May of 2018.
  • Siemens understands the increasing need for cybersecurity and, as part of this, are pleased to announce the strengthening of our presence in New Brunswick with a Critical Infrastructure Defense Center.
  • Currently the company operates five global security hubs and employs 1,300 cybersecurity experts working to secure Siemens infrastructure and customers.