The LISI is a non-profit laboratory dedicated to research, development, and innovation (RD&I). We are equipped with research facilities in biochemistry, microbiology and genomics, as well as a greenhouse complex. LISI is the only RD&I laboratory of its kind in Southwest Nova Scotia.
Mission
By offering a scientific and technological innovation infrastructure, the LISI supports collaborative work and partnerships between industry and Université Sainte-Anne students, researchers, and staff.
Our main objectives are:
- Helping local companies improve their innovative capability
- Connecting Université Sainte-Anne researchers with industry
- Offering students a hands-on learning experience in applied research
- Developing RD∓I collaborations with companies locally and throughout the province
- Promoting sustainable rural economic development through knowledge transfer
Staff
Mohammadi Kaouass, PhD, MBA
Director Valérie Lalande, MSc
Research and development manager
Budget analyst
Director Valérie Lalande, MSc
Research and development manager
Maria del Mar Duocastella
Technician
Mireille MichaudTechnician
Budget analyst
Associated professors and researchers:
Nora Benachour, PhD Shawn Craik, PhD Nicholas Patocka, PhD
Karine Pedneault, PhD
Roger Gervais, PhD Michelle Thériault, MSc
Mireille Djidjou, MSc
Jairo Duarte, MScResearch and Innovation
Areas of focus
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Genomics
Sectors of application
- Aquaculture
- Fisheries
- Agriculture
- Agri-food
- Green energies
Research expertise
- Process optimization
- Development of new products
- Method validation
- Valorization of by-products
- Identification and quantification of microorganisms
- Gene expression and regulation
- Protein and lipid analyses
- Heavy metals detection
Equipment and Infrastructure
Laboratory for Innovation
- Level 2 biosafety room
- PCR and RT-qPCR machines
- Microplate reader (absorbance, fluorescence)
- Chemiluminescence and fluorescence imaging system
- Dry-freezer
- GC-MS
- Direct mercury analyzer (DMA-80)
Greenhouses
Two 25'x36' "Nordic" style greenhouses:
- One for research
- One for teaching and civic activities
Training and education
In addition to carrying out research activities, the LISI is a high-quality teaching centre which provides students with the opportunity to:
- Receive an intellectually stimulating learning experience
- Work on projects in collaboration with local industries
- Acquire practical skills in biochemistry, microbiology, and molecular biology
- Develop a work ethic in the laboratory
- Prepare for the labour market
Laboratory for Innovation in Science and Industry
77 Ch. C Saulnier
Saulnierville, Nova Scotia
B0W 2Z0
Tel/Fax: 902-260-3110
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77 Ch. C Saulnier
Saulnierville, Nova Scotia
B0W 2Z0
Tel/Fax: 902-260-3110
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Valérie Lalande
Agente de recherche et développement
77 Ch. C Saulnier
Saulnierville
(Nouvelle-Écosse) B0W 2Z0
Tél. : 902-260-3110
Téléc. : 902-260-3110
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Agente de recherche et développement
77 Ch. C Saulnier
Saulnierville
(Nouvelle-Écosse) B0W 2Z0
Tél. : 902-260-3110
Téléc. : 902-260-3110
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