The Centre for Natural Products (CNP) is an innovation hub within Loyalist College with expertise in plant-based technologies.
The CNP specializes in working with start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to transform research results into high-quality and innovative products.
Technology Access Centres (TACs) offer R&D support services accessible to all entrepreneurs and innovators across Canada to contribute to developing a more inclusive innovation economy.
TAC members are the foremost leaders in college applied research and assisting Canadian entrepreneurs in developing new innovative products and solutions using technology.
How the CNP Supports SMEs as a TAC
Industry partners come to the CNP seeking solutionsĀ for product development, new ideas testing, analytical testing and validation, equipment demonstration and testing, compliance and documentation expertise, and skilled workforce training.
Expertise
Plant-based technologies
Process/method organization
Supercritical CO2 extraction testing/analytics
Feasibility studies
Equipment/space rental
Workshops and training
Analytical Chemistry
Beverage testing
For more information about collaborating with the Centre for Natural Products, contact Carly Kelly, CNP’s Manager, atĀ CKelly@loyalistcollege.com.