Research & Development Corporation supports researchers at CNA

Fri, March 16, 2012

Two research projects at the College of the North Atlantic (CNA) are receiving a $239,500 investment through the Research & Development Corporation (RDC) that will expand Newfoundland and Labrador's research capacity in the manufacturing sector. “This investment is critical to advancing College of the North Atlantic’s research expertise and infrastructure,” said the Honourable Keith Hutchings, Minister Responsible for the Research & Development Corporation. “RDC’s programming is playing a pivotal role in supporting researchers and the work they do within Newfoundland and Labrador’s public college system, as well as helping the college drive innovation and foster its research growth.” 

The research and work being undertaken at College of the North Atlantic, particularly at the Burin Campus, demonstrates the true innovative nature of what is taking place in rural communities throughout Newfoundland and Labrador,” said the Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Education and MHA for Burin-Placentia West.

Canada losing its nanotechnology patents

Wed, February 29, 2012

Canada has a strong research record in nanotechnology, but a sizable portion of the intellectual property in this area – and potentially the economic benefits – is leaving the country, according to a study by two Montreal researchers, Catherine Beaudry and Andrea Schiffauerova.

CNA’s applied research projects featured in national publication

Thu, February 23, 2012

College of the North Atlantic’s (CNA) Office of Applied Research (OAR) has been featured in a national publication recently issued by the Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC). The publication is titled, Colleges, Institutes & Polytechnics: Applied Research for Economic and Social Development. “The ACCC requested that we provide stories about what types of applied research was happening at College of the North Atlantic and we were more than happy to oblige,” says Mohammad Iqbal, Chair of the college’s OAR. “This is a great publication – it shows how the college has contributed in very significant ways to the field of applied research in this province and we are one of the most prominently featured institutions from Atlantic Canada – we are proud of that recognition.”  

“I’m very impressed with the scope and scale of the projects underway at the college,” says Cyril Organ, the college’s vice-president of Academic and Learner Services. “Promoting the accomplishments of the college’s Office of Applied Research proves the importance of its work.

ACOA’s $8.5 Million Investment in Springboard

Wed, August 31, 2011

Government of Canada Invests in Springboard: From Lab to Marketplace - Creating Jobs and Economic Growth in Atlantic Canada.