Newfoundland and Labrador is a leader in research and development and commercializing innovative technologies. Our research and development facilities employ internationally recognized professionals and have the most advanced technology available. Government and business are continually working together to build on the expertise of our research centres and to ensure the private sector has access to them.

Some of the areas where co-operative research and development projects have led to new business opportunities are:

• Oil and gas
• Mining
• Ocean Technology
• Environmental Industries
• Aerospace and Defence
• Biotechnology
• Information and Communication Technologies

Research & Development Corporation of Newfoundland and Labrador (RDC) is a new Crown entity created to further enhance the province’s research and development capacity. RDC recognizes that research and development is a key driver of innovation, competitiveness and economic performance. The RDC aims to strengthen the focus, quantity, quality and relevance of research and development undertaken in the province and elsewhere for the long-term economic benefit of the province.

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