Genomics and Human Health
Genomics is leading the way to better diagnostic tools and treatments in human health.
By studying the human genome, we are gaining insights that are leading to more targeted and precise approaches to diagnose and manage a range of diseases. Genome Atlantic-supported research identified the gene responsible for an often-fatal heart diseases prevalent in Newfoundland and Labrador. We have enabled research aimed at speedier and more effective treatments for bipolar disorder and for rare diseases in children. Genome Atlantic has also supported the development of Covid surveillance and diagnostic tools, including wastewater sampling to provide advance warning of outbreaks.
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Find a Partner and Funding
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Develop Proposals
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Explore Opportunities
Bring us your ideas.
We help companies, researchers and other partners assess, develop and validate the potential of ‘omics R&D to address a challenge or opportunity. We can employ a number of services or activities to help you; some of these opportunities may be eligible for the Genome Atlantic Genomics Opportunity Review Program.
We can help you:
- Determine and prioritise areas where ‘omics may provide benefit
- Identify approaches to ‘omics R&D that may be required
- Examine technology options best suited to the business and scientific landscape
- Address gaps in expertise and resources
- Develop an R&D roadmap for the initiative, including relevant funding sources, which may include:
- Genome Canada,
- NRC-IRAP,
- NSERC Engage,
- NSERC CRD,
- ACOA AIF,
- Growing Forward II,
- CIHR
- and others
Find a Partner and Funding
We Know Where To Look.
We connect industry and researchers to develop the best ‘omics solutions to today’s biggest challenges. We use our extensive network of ‘omics experts, companies, economic development and innovation experts, funding agencies and the Genome Canada family to find the best people to address your situation. If you need expertise, funding or partners to help with your challenge, talk to us. We can:
Connect you with ‘omics specialists, research teams, companies and other partners to help identify, shape or refine an ‘omics R&D idea
Facilitate meetings or workshops between parties
Help you find funding for partnership development initiatives
Develop Proposals
Hands On Help Is Here.
We help companies, researchers and other partners develop strategic, competitive and results-focused proposals. Whether it’s $20,000 or $2 million, funding bodies are increasingly looking for clear, effective initiatives that produce real social and economic benefits.
Over the years, we’ve helped dozens of teams pursue millions of dollars in ‘omics R&D funding. We’ve developed a thorough system, and an extensive network of experienced professionals who bring insight and value to each proposal.
We roll up our sleeves, and work with you every step of the way to:
- Outline and implement a project plan for the proposal development phase
- Plan and/or facilitate proposal writing sessions
- Identify regulatory and other technology adoption hurdles
- Engage subject matter experts, writers and other consultants as needed
- Identify and help pursue sources of co-funding, as needed
- Develop a budget that aligns with R&D needs and funder requirements
Hurray! You’ve made it through the proposal development process. Now what?
If your proposal is successful, we can work with the universities, researchers, companies and other proponents to provide 3rd party, neutral advice and guidance through the notice of award stage, which includes the development of a collaborative research agreement, and satisfying pre-disbursement conditions.
Once you’ve crossed those hurdles, we can help with a number of aspects of managing the project itself, including developing a project management protocol, establishing criteria for and/or hiring the project manager, and providing financial management and oversight.
If your proposal is not successful, we can help you re-assess the initiative, implement any feedback from the funding agency, and revisit the R&D roadmap to determine what alternative funding sources you may pursue.
Bring us your ideas.
We help companies, researchers and other partners assess, develop and validate the potential of ‘omics R&D to address a challenge or opportunity. We can employ a number of services or activities to help you; some of these opportunities may be eligible for the Genome Atlantic Genomics Opportunity Review Program.
We can help you:
- Determine and prioritise areas where ‘omics may provide benefit
- Identify approaches to ‘omics R&D that may be required
- Examine technology options best suited to the business and scientific landscape
- Address gaps in expertise and resources
- Develop an R&D roadmap for the initiative, including relevant funding sources, which may include:
- Genome Canada,
- NRC-IRAP,
- NSERC Engage,
- NSERC CRD,
- ACOA AIF,
- Growing Forward II,
- CIHR
- and others
We Know Where To Look.
We connect industry and researchers to develop the best ‘omics solutions to today’s biggest challenges. We use our extensive network of ‘omics experts, companies, economic development and innovation experts, funding agencies and the Genome Canada family to find the best people to address your situation. If you need expertise, funding or partners to help with your challenge, talk to us. We can:
Connect you with ‘omics specialists, research teams, companies and other partners to help identify, shape or refine an ‘omics R&D idea
Facilitate meetings or workshops between parties
Help you find funding for partnership development initiatives
Hands On Help Is Here.
We help companies, researchers and other partners develop strategic, competitive and results-focused proposals. Whether it’s $20,000 or $2 million, funding bodies are increasingly looking for clear, effective initiatives that produce real social and economic benefits.
Over the years, we’ve helped dozens of teams pursue millions of dollars in ‘omics R&D funding. We’ve developed a thorough system, and an extensive network of experienced professionals who bring insight and value to each proposal.
We roll up our sleeves, and work with you every step of the way to:
- Outline and implement a project plan for the proposal development phase
- Plan and/or facilitate proposal writing sessions
- Identify regulatory and other technology adoption hurdles
- Engage subject matter experts, writers and other consultants as needed
- Identify and help pursue sources of co-funding, as needed
- Develop a budget that aligns with R&D needs and funder requirements
Hurray! You’ve made it through the proposal development process. Now what?
If your proposal is successful, we can work with the universities, researchers, companies and other proponents to provide 3rd party, neutral advice and guidance through the notice of award stage, which includes the development of a collaborative research agreement, and satisfying pre-disbursement conditions.
Once you’ve crossed those hurdles, we can help with a number of aspects of managing the project itself, including developing a project management protocol, establishing criteria for and/or hiring the project manager, and providing financial management and oversight.
If your proposal is not successful, we can help you re-assess the initiative, implement any feedback from the funding agency, and revisit the R&D roadmap to determine what alternative funding sources you may pursue.
We work with our clients every step of the way, providing the specific support, services and expertise to match their needs and address their challenges. We can even help manage successful projects.
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What Our Clients Say?
“Access to genomic technology and the opportunity to work with genome Atlantic are crucial to the success of our program which has long term implication for both our company and the developing oyster industry.”
Dr. André Mallet
President, L’Étang Ruisseau Bar Ltd., Shippagan, N.B.
Partners
Human Health Projects
Funding Amount: $975,000
Funding Amount: $4,800,000
Human Health Videos
The Heart of a Curse
Newfoundland researchers continue to explore the genetic links to the heart disease ARVC, currently focusing on how exercise impacts young patients.
Cracking the genetic code of a heart-breaking disease
Using genomics, Memorial University researchers made a life-saving breakthrough when they cracked the genetic code of a cardiac disease that causes death in seemingly healthy young people.
Dr. Martin Alda: Genomics and bipolar disorder
Mental Health researcher Dr. Martin Alda talks about the link between genes and bipolar disorder.
Dr. Rudolf Uher: Genomics and bipolar disorder
Dr. Rudolf Uher is using genomics to help predict the risk for bipolar disorder.
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