ACAD Core and Affiliated Programs
The core ACAD programs include: Alberta Precision Exchange (APEX), APEX Access Program and ResistanceDB. The Alberta Diagnostic Ecosystem Platform for Translation is an affiliated program of ACAD. Learn more about our core programs and affiliated program:
Core ACAD Programs
Alberta Precision Exchange (APEX) is a not-for-profit foundation that curates and moderates the agreements between independent partners operating in an IP-protected environment.
The APEX Access Program is an EDI mentorship and training program that promotes underrepresented groups in the health diagnostics ecosystem via a province-wide network and mentors from across all of the axes of diversity.
ResistanceDB has assembled an international team of infectious disease experts, microbiologists, database experts, and analytical chemistry experts to develop a new approach to treating infections.
Affiliated ACAD Program
The Alberta Diagnostic Ecosystem Platform for Translation (ADEPT) leverages Alberta's vibrant innovation culture, and world-class laboratory diagnostics and research infrastructure, to further advance the development of new technologies for improved healthcare for Albertan's and people around the world. Through our network of founding partners (Alberta Precision Laboratories, DynaLIFE Medical Labs, APEX, University of Calgary, and University of Alberta), ADEPT provides innovators with access to expertise, biological samples, clinical data, lab and clinical trial resources, regulatory support and health economics analysis. ADEPT specializes in product-market fit and product development support services for innovators at any stage of the diagnostic innovation pipeline.
