An unprecedented federal research funding push will position Western to radically transform humankind’s understanding of brain disorders. On Tuesday, Western’s BrainsCAN: Brain Health For Life initiative received a $66-million investment from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) – the largest research grant in the university’s history. The funding was part of a $900-million investment…
The gender gap in web design and web development starts very early, often in grade school. As a new school year begins, three London organizations invite Londoners to attend an inspiring event that will help our community discuss and examine what we can do to improve the gender balance throughout the technology field. On September 13, the London,…
Trudell Medical International today announced results from a real-world study, evaluating the efficacy of the Aerobika® device in reducing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations. These results were presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress, and are anticipated to impact the future management of COPD patients with a history of exacerbations. Exacerbations are a…
When Rebecca and Emmanuel looked to add a 3D printer to grow their Windsor-based braille printing company – Tactile Vision Graphics – they quickly learned Ontario’s entrepreneurial support grants mainly targeted youth. Libro Credit Union is partnering with WEtech Alliance to bridge this important gap by establishing the Libro StartUP accelerator program that provides financial…
A tech startup based in London, Ontario, wants to permanently change the way the software industry works, much in the way Uber upended the taxi business. “Companies in our industry have operated for too long like law firms, shrouded in mystery and complicated contracts”, says Tom Germain, CEO of Coder Scoop Inc., “We want to…
The Centre for Imaging Technology Commercialization (CIMTEC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Hood as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Hood brings to CIMTEC more than 20 years’ experience managing start-ups and joint ventures. He will play a key role in helping innovative Canadian medical imaging technologies make the leap from the…
With the support of the Ontario Centres of Excellence Voucher for E-Business and Technology Adoption (VEBTA), Mohawk College can provide SMEs and startups with access to 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing expertise. Each voucher is worth up to $2,500 and can be used to cover the cost of materials and expertise. To access the funds,…
ZTR Control Systems, a global leader in intelligent industrial equipment management solutions, is proud to announce the appointment of Paul Wilson to Director of Commercial Development for the Industrial IoT Division. Wilson brings with him 25+ years of experience in leadership roles throughout the telecommunications sector, in the industrial automation realm and with professional services…
Sernova Corp. (TSX-V: SVA) (OTCQB: SEOVF) (FSE: PSH), a clinical stage company developing disruptive regenerative medicine technologies for the long-term treatment of chronic diseases including diabetes and hemophilia, is pleased to announce today it has entered into a research funding agreement with JDRF, the leading global organization funding and advocating for type 1 diabetes (T1D)…
EY is recognizing an impressive group of Ontario entrepreneurs for their financial performance, vision, leadership, personal integrity and entrepreneurial spirit. Today, the firm named 50 finalists across 10 categories in its EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Ontario 2016 awards program, including two London companies: Digital Extremes, and GoViral Inc. “Entrepreneurs have big ideas and take…