Launched on February 1, 2011 the EEG pilot program aims to provide Canadian genomics researchers with assistance to facilitate the conversion of their discoveries into commercial successes. If the selected projects deliver the expected benefits, they will form the basis of an ongoing national program.
The competition associated with the EEG program called on experts in scientific and technological commercialization to recommend innovative approaches that could help Genome Canada-funded researchers enhance their entrepreneurial skills.
Proposals had to be submitted by a Canadian business school, preferably in partnership with one or more organizations or businesses working in a relevant area.
Genome Canada received nine projects, two of which came from Québec. On July 11, 2011, the winners were contacted with the results. One Québec project was selected.