Strategic Graphene Process Development and Optimization
$499,000.00
Grant Value
2023-24
Fiscal Year
Description
Universal Matter Inc. is implementing an 18-month project that is aimed at creating a world-class Global Innovation Centre for its proprietary Flash Joule Heating process technology, which transforms carbon-containing waste into high value graphene materials. This IRAP project will focus on process and product development for field validation trials of the companys unique turbostratic graphene in several strategic market applications (cement/concrete, bitumen asphalt/concrete, and plastics composites). Successful completion of this project will create significant new employment opportunities in Ontario for skilled talent in advanced materials and it will establish the new Burlington research facility as its global innovation centre.
Expected Results
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Why This Grant is Notable
Contains keyword: carbon
Grant Details
Recipient
Universal Matter
Location
Burlington, ON L7L 6L9
Agreement Details
Number: 994945
Reference: 172-2022-2023-Q2-994945
Timeline
Start: July 1, 2022
End: March 31, 2024
Program
Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or …
Sector
Manufacturing (32518)
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