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Government of Canada invests in more than 330 leading-edge research projects at universities across the country

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Wednesday, August 11, 2021
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The Government of Canada is committed to keeping our researchers at the cutting edge of science and innovation.

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  • The Government of Canada is committed to keeping our researchers at the cutting edge of science and innovation.
  • Today, the Honourable Franois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced more than $77 million to support 332 research infrastructure projects at 50 universities across the country.
  • This contribution, through the Canada Foundation for Innovations (CFI) John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF), will help universities attract and retain top researchers.
  • One of the infrastructure projects receiving CFI funding is based at the University of British Columbias School of Biomedical Engineering.

Travelling Exhibit To Commemorate Gerhard Herzberg and 50 Years of Scientific Collaboration Between Canada and Germany

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Monday, August 9, 2021
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The 1971 science and technology agreement has led to Germany and Canada becoming important partners in scientific research, an outstandingly successful collaboration that continues to provide internationally profound results after 50 years.

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  • The 1971 science and technology agreement has led to Germany and Canada becoming important partners in scientific research, an outstandingly successful collaboration that continues to provide internationally profound results after 50 years.
  • 50 years ago, Dr. Gerhard Herzberg received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
  • Gerhard Herzberg is celebrated as one of Canadas greatest research scientists, and he was a powerful advocate for scientist endorsed science policy in Canada.
  • This collaboration between the German Embassy and Defining Moments Canada will allow the creation of a traveling exhibition on the life and impact of Gerhard Herzberg.