Advancing Bioindustry Through Innovation
Supporting translational technologies in chemistry, advanced materials & bioindustrial manufacturing.
Driving Global Innovation
The David Dolphin Foundation for Innovation & Bioindustry (DD-FIB) accelerates high-potential Canadian science into globally competitive industries. We support translational breakthroughs that enable scalable biomanufacturing, advanced materials production, quantum-chemistry–driven technologies, and the creation of skilled jobs across Canada.
Funding Innovation Forward
We support cutting-edge translational research and innovation that can transform Canadian science into globally competitive industries. Our funding focuses on areas with high potential for technological breakthroughs, sustainable manufacturing, and industrial impact.
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We invest in computational approaches and quantum chemistry research that accelerate the discovery of novel molecules, materials, and processes. This includes modeling, simulations, and data-driven strategies that shorten development timelines and reduce risk.
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Our funding targets the development of innovative materials with applications across industries, from electronics to biotechnology. These advanced materials promise enhanced performance, sustainability, and scalability for real-world use.
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We support projects that transform biological insights into industrial solutions. This includes bioprocessing, biomanufacturing, and bio-based technologies that enable sustainable production and create economic impact.
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Our focus extends to bridging the gap between research and industry. We fund initiatives that advance scale-up, commercialization, and manufacturing pathways, ensuring that scientific discoveries can be translated into market-ready solutions.
Who We Are
The David Dolphin Foundation for Innovation & Bioindustry (DD-FIB) was established to tackle one of Canada’s most critical challenges: accelerating scientific breakthroughs into industrial-scale impact. Under the leadership of Dr. David Dolphin, a globally recognized pioneer in drug development and translational chemistry, DD-FIB brings scientific discoveries closer to real-world application.
Our Goal
DD-FIB aims to strengthen Canada’s innovation & bioindustry ecosystem by helping innovators, startups, and organizations transform breakthrough discoveries into commercial products, industrial capabilities, and sustainable economic growth.
Full Innovation Journey
DD-FIB drives Canadian innovation by providing strategic funding, fostering industry partnerships, and enhancing visibility for emerging technologies. Our approach ensures that high-potential discoveries move efficiently from research to industrial and commercial impact.
Catalytic Funding for High-Impact Research
We fund transformative research with the potential for major scientific and industrial breakthroughs.
Industry and Translational Partnerships
We foster collaborations between academia, industry, and translational research programs to bridge science and real-world applications.
Support for Manufacturing-Readiness
We assist researchers and startups in preparing their discoveries for industrial-scale production, ensuring feasibility and scalability.
Visibility for Emerging Canadian Technologies
We highlight promising Canadian technologies to potential investors, partners, and the global research community.
Leading Canadian Innovation
Dr. David Dolphin
Founder
Dr. David Dolphin is a global leader in drug development and translational chemistry. His vision guides DDFIB’s mission to turn Canadian innovations into global industry impact.
FGI Group
Strategic Partner
FGI Group provides strategic support to DD-FIB with expertise in biotech, research investment, and innovation infrastructure, helping advance transformative Canadian technologies.
Mission
We empower Canadian innovators by funding transformative technologies in quantum chemistry, advanced materials, and bioindustrial science. Our support helps these technologies progress toward manufacturing, commercialization, and the creation of new jobs.
Vision
We envision a globally recognized Canadian innovation ecosystem where breakthrough scientific discoveries evolve into thriving industries, driving sustainable economic growth.
Science to Industry
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We support technologies leveraging quantum simulation, AI-driven molecular design, and predictive chemistry engines. Applications include catalysts, advanced materials, polymers, and energy systems.
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We fund the development of sustainable polymers, high-performance composites, semiconductor and photonic materials, and materials enabling quantum technologies.
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We support breakthroughs in enzyme engineering, microbial platforms, fermentation and bioprocess scale-up, and sustainable feedstock-to-product systems.
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Funded projects must demonstrate potential for pilot-scale readiness within 3–5 years, creation of Canadian manufacturing capacity, high-skill job creation, and industrial partnership opportunities.
Annual Grant Cycle
DDFIB opens one major grant competition per year to support promising scientific and engineering innovation, providing support at every stage of development.
Eligibility
- Canadian research institutions
- Canadian-led startups
- International collaborators with a Canadian lead
- Innovation-focused non-profits
Evaluation Criteria
- Scientific excellence
- Feasibility of scale-up
- Pathway to manufacturing in 3–5 years
- Economic and industrial impact
- Alignment with DDFIB mission
- Team capability