National Research Council Canada (NRC), GermanyThe National Research Council Canada (NRC) in Germany is a point of entry for researchers and businesses in Germany who are interested in research and development collaborations with the NRC, or with innovative Canadian companies. The NRC is the Government of Canada’s premier research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge, technology development, and fulfilling government mandates. Research areas include: Emerging Technologies (nanotechnology, measurement science and metrology, information technology, quantum technology), Engineering (aerospace, automotive, transportation and construction), and Life Sciences (biologics, vaccines, medical devices and bio-based resources). NRC has nearly 4000 employees dedicated to this research agenda. The NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP) provides funding to support research and development projects at various stages of the innovation cycle.