MACLEANS

The six life sciences breakthroughs from New Brunswick you just read in Maclean’s Magazine? That’s just the tip of the discovery iceberg.

ResearchNB funds, connects, and amplifies research across New Brunswick, in the sectors that matter most to Canada's future.

What we fund

From the ocean floor to the forest canopy, our work spans five priority sectors: 

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Health

From biomedical and clinical, to health systems and population health, research in this sector focuses on prevention, primary care, innovative solutions.   

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Energy

New Brunswick has a diverse mix of energy sources, including nuclear, fossil fuels, hydroelectric, wind, and biomass. By developing reliable, cost-effective, and clean energy technologies, NB is supporting climate change adaptation.  

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Forestry

Eighty-five percent of the province is covered by productive forests, and 30% of those are privately owned creating a unique management dynamic unlike any other province in Canada.  

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Oceans

The ocean economy of New Brunswick is dedicated to advancing marine science and sustainable ocean management, with an emphasis on coastal and marine ecosystems via aquaculture, oceanography, and fisheries sustainability.

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Agriculture

With 90% of NB food currently imported, strengthening the agrifood sector can boost local and export markets while enhancing food security and self-sufficiency. 

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