Strategic Networks

The objective of the Strategic Network Grants is to increase research and training in targeted areas, contributing to a better quality of life in Canada.

Make a selection from the list located at the bottom of this page to learn more about NSERC's active Networks.

To find out more, read the Strategic Network Grantsdetailed description or contact us at 613-995-1111 or rpp@nserc-crsng.gc.ca.

Active Networks

• 20/20: NSERC Ophthalmic Materials Network
• BiopSys: NSERC Strategic Network for Bioplasmonic Systems
• Canadian Aquatic Invasive Species Network
• Canadian Barcode of Life Network
• Canadian Bovine Mastitis Research Network
• Canadian Healthy Oceans Network
• Canadian Seismic Research Network
• EmbryoGENE Network
• Green Crop Network
• Internetworked Systems Security Network
• NSERC Bioconversion Network
• NSERC Biomaterials and Chemicals Strategic Network (2010–2015)
• NSERC Business Intelligence Network
• NSERC Canadian Capture Fisheries Research Network
• NSERC Canadian Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture Network (2009-2014)
• NSERC Canadian Network for Research and Innovation in Machining Technology
• NSERC Canadian Pollination Initiative Challenge
• NSERC Digital Surface Software Application Network (SurfNet)
• NSERC Green Fibre Network (2010–2015)
• NSERC Hydrogen Canada (H2CAN) Strategic Research Network (2008-2013)
• NSERC Magnesium Network (MagNet)
• NSERC Network for Innovative Plastic Materials and Manufacturing Processes (NIPMMP) (2010-2014)
• NSERC Photovoltaic Innovation Network (2009-2015)
• NSERC Smart Microgrid Network
• NSERC Smart Net-Zero Energy Buildings Strategic Network
• NSERC Solar Buildings Research Network (2005-2010)
• NSERC Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Network
• NSERC Strategic Network for the Production of Single-type Glycoform Monoclonal Antibodies (MabNet)
• NSERC Strategic Network on Innovative Wood Products and Building Systems
• NSERC Strategic Network on Value Chain Optimization
• NSERC Strategic Research Network for Smart Applications on Virtual Infrastructures
• NSERC Strategic Research Network in Healthcare Support through Information Technology Enhancements (hSITE) (2008-2014)
• NSERC Wind Energy Strategic Network
• NSERC's HydroNet
• RES’EAU-WaterNET
• SENTINEL Bioactive Paper Network
• Strategic Network on Forest Management for Value-added Products