Overview
Concordia University is a research institution in Montreal with advanced biomanufacturing facilities focused on synthetic biology and bioprocessing for sustainable products including bioplastics, greener chemicals, and biofuels.[1][3] Its Genome Foundry and Bioprocessing upgrades, funded by a $5M CFI investment, enable researchers to design microbial cells, test innovations, and scale bio-based alternatives to fossil fuel-derived materials.[2] The facilities support collaborations with SMEs and research commercialization in biotech sectors.
Primary Materials
Bioplastics (unspecified types)
Market Segments
Chemicals, agriculture, clean energy
Last updated: January 02, 2026