Minister Holder Announces Investment in Quantum Materials Research and Future Technologies
The University of British Columbia awarded major grant from Canada First Research Excellence Fund competition
(firmenpresse) - VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (Marketwired) -- 07/30/15 -- Tri-Agency Institutional Programs
Canada could be propelled to the forefront of quantum materials research thanks to an investment by the government into a new research program at the University of British Columbia. The Quantum Matter Institute, which is already acknowledged as a global leader in its field, will use the funds to explore and develop high-tech quantum materials that could lead to pioneering technology in Canada in computing and electronic devices.
The Honourable Ed Holder, Minister of State (Science and Technology), made the announcement as part of the government''s Canada First Research Excellence Fund, which supports world-leading research at universities and colleges.
The $66.5-million federal investment in UBC''s "Quantum Materials and Future Technologies" program builds on the strengths of Canada''s top physics institutes and computer technology organizations, including TRIUMF Lab, the Canadian Light Source, and the Canadian Centre for Electron Microscopy. The program will also expand new and existing international partnerships, including especially the prestigious Max Planck - UBC Centre for Quantum Materials.
Quantum materials have a wide range of electronic and magnetic properties, and further research into these materials could lead to pioneering technology in Canada. The more efficient and powerful computing and electronic devices set to stem from the Institute include high-performance batteries and supercapacitors, ultra-low-power but high-speed transistors, and ultrasensitive biosensors.
Today''s announcement follows an open and competitive selection process among Canadian universities and colleges, judged by a panel of Canadian and international experts.
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"Our government is investing in research and innovation to create jobs, strengthen the economy and improve the quality of life of Canadians. UBC''s Quantum Matter Institute will push Canada to become a world leader in quantum research, develop new industries around this revolutionary field, and create new jobs and opportunities for Canadians."
-Ed Holder, Minister of State (Science and Technology)
"The Canada First Research Excellence Fund has provided Canadian universities with an unparalleled opportunity to take their leading-edge research and make it the best in the world. This will set them on course to make groundbreaking discoveries that will enhance prosperity and change the lives of Canadians and millions around the world forever."
-Ted Hewitt, President, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada; and Chair, Canada First Research Excellence Fund steering committee
"We are thrilled with the federal government''s vision to invest $66.5 million to help establish UBC as a global centre for high-tech quantum materials research. The groundbreaking scientific discoveries in this field have the potential to create practical applications that could spur new industries and employment here and abroad and provide significant public benefits in areas like health and the environment."
-Arvind Gupta, President and Vice-chancellor, University of British Columbia:
"UBC''s quantum matter community is extremely excited about today''s funding announcement. Support from the Canada First Research Excellence Fund will propel our Quantum Matter Institute (QMI) to the forefront of the field internationally. By enabling us to fully exploit QMI''s state-of-the-art infrastructure and further strengthening our international partnerships, especially with the Max Planck Society of Germany, this Fund will advance Canada''s position as a global leader in quantum materials and future technologies."
-Andrea Damascelli, Director, Quantum Matter Institute, University of British Columbia
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Contacts:
Scott French
Director of Communications and Parliamentary Affairs
Office of the Honourable Ed Holder
Minister of State (Science and Technology)
343-291-2700
Michael Adams
Communications Advisor
Canada First Research Excellence Fund
613-944-1758
Cell: 613-219-7523
Heather Amos
UBC Public Affairs
604.822.3213
Cell: 604.828.3867
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