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Owerko Small Equipment Grant

To fuel discovery and collaboration, the Owerko Centre is pleased to support members purchasing new or replacement equipment that is vital to advancing their research. 

This grant can be used to enhance existing or proposed research activities, external funding prospects, and advance the Owerko Centre’s mandate by supporting the purchase of necessary equipment. 

Applications for the next round of funding will open in Fall 2026. 

Recipients

NameAward AmountEquipmentYear
Dr. Ning Cheng$8,500Cameras, computer and software related to the Noldus EthoVision XT animal tracking system2025
Dr. Richard Dyck$50,000Wide-field macroscope components2025
Dr. Ashley Harris$50,000MRI-compatible audio intercom system with the OptoACTIVE III system2025
Dr. Jane Shearer$40,000Power-O2k startup mitochondrial respirometer2025
Dr. Guang Yang$41,750Cell electroporator system2025