Sherif Yasser's Contact Details

Sherif Yasser's Company Details

AUTO21 Inc.

Windsor, Ontario, Canada • 13 Employees
Research

AUTO21 was a national research initiative supported by the Government of Canada through the Networks of Centres of Excellence Secretariat. The Network was founded in 2001 on a pledge to develop a cohesive and internationally competitive Canadian automotive research community. An economic impact study of Network research projected AUTO21 would generate nearly $2.6 billion in benefits to Canada by the end of its mandate in 2016. This includes employment, health, social, environmental and industrial improvements, as well as intellectual property creation and dissemination. AUTO21 research has saved lives, prevented injuries and accidents, reduced greenhouse gas emissions and saved industry millions through the introduction of new technologies and policies. Collaborative research fostered by AUTO21 has resulted in more than 320 patents, licenses and commercialization agreements and more than 8,630 publications. From improving vehicle safety and fuel economy to advancing manufacturing processes and vehicle connectivity, the Network's research delivered results.AUTO21 supported 200 applied research projects within six key themes:Health, Safety and Injury PreventionSocietal Issues and the Future AutomobileMaterials and ManufacturingPowertrains, Fuels and EmissionsDesign ProcessesIntelligent Systems and SensorsThe Government of Canada established the Networks of Centres of Excellence program in 1989 to focus Canada's research expertise in a multitude of areas. Fostering powerful partnerships between university researchers, government and industry, the networks are designed to help develop Canada's economy and improve the quality of life for Canadians. For more information, visit www.nce.gc.ca.