Genome Canada is pleased to announce the launch of its 2010 Competition for Science and Technology Innovation Centre (S&T IC) Operations Support

Genome Canada funds and manages large-scale, milestone-driven genomics research projects in the areas of health, agriculture, environment, forestry, fisheries, new technology, and GE³LS. Genome Canada also supports leading-edge Science & Technology Innovation Centres (S&T ICs; formerly referred to as S&T Platforms). These S&T ICs provide researchers access to high throughput genomics and proteomics technologies, such as DNA sequencing, RNA expression, protein identification and quantitation, as well as new methods and protocols development, data analysis, and bioinformatics. The S&T ICs also assist researchers in the development of research proposals by providing advice on appropriate technologies and study design that improve the quality of the research.
 
Six Genome Centres located across Canada support genomics research at a regional level. They assist applicants in preparing competitive applications, facilitate access to S&T ICs and other service providers, and help applicants with aspects of project development and management. Eligible applicants must submit proposals through a regional Genome Centre and it is the responsibility of the Centre to determine which S&T ICs to put forward to Genome Canada. Once an S&T IC is approved the Genome Centres have the lead in ensuring their effective management and monitoring.

This competition and its related documents are listed in our current funding competitions section.