Imagine...  medical devices that can diagnose serious diseases in just minutes. Imagine... replacing fossil fuels with a product made from fish waste. Imagine... using locally-grown food to prevent and treat illness. Imagine... the brightest minds pushing boundaries to make discoveries that improve every aspect of life. Imagine... some of the most dynamic companies in the world, marketing and exporting these innovations across the globe ... 

You've just Imagined Nova Scotia's life sciences community!




7th National BioTechnology Week



Every year, BIOTECanada and their national partners across Canada celebrate the imaGENEnation of our biotechnology scientists, researchers and entrepreneurs across Canada. Click on the logo above for more information on this year's event.


 
 Board Member Dr. Jim Smith Honoured at AGM



Dr. Jim Smith (right) receiving a token of appreciation from Chairperson Brian Lowe (left).


Dr. Jim Smith of MedMira Inc. was honoured at the BioNova’s AGM on June 9 on his retirement from the Board. Dr. Smith served as a director of the board for almost seven years. In thanking Dr. Smith, Chairperson Brian Lowe (ImmunoVaccine Technologies) noted that Dr. Smith’s dedication to the Association and his diligent work as a director will be sorely missed
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Nova Scotia Life Sciences Asset Map

For the first time, hard facts and figures are available that confirm the depth and strength of Nova Scotia's life sciences sector.   BioNova partnered with the National Research Council Institute for Marine BioSciences, the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Nova Scotia Business Inc., the Nova Scotia Department of Economic Development, and InNOVAcorp to conduct a full inventory of life sciences in the province.  

Download a copy of the Nova Scotia Life Sciences Asset Map here.



     

 

   


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