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Elaboration of a high-throughput toolbox for analysis and visualization of mesoscale longitudinal cortical imaging dataset – Year two

In recent years, a dramatic increase in computer processing power and storage allowed the exploration of new frontiers in science by analyzing large, complex datasets. The field of neuroscience is evolving towards larger and more complex studies creating a huge amount of data that is hard to understand using classical analyses. Thus, the development of tools able to process voluminous datasets is necessary to advance our understanding of brain function. Although some efforts have been made to solve this issue, most of the software is created “in-house” with limited applications, discouraging their use by other groups. In this project, a new open-source software will be designed to process large amounts of data from brain optical imaging experiments. This will be done with the collaboration of LabeoTech, a Canadian SME specialized in the development of technological tools applied to biomedical research. The toolbox will be published online where web-based tools will be created to build a community of researchers and engineers/programmers to encourage discussions on analytical problems on optical imaging. This will give LabeoTech a greater reach to more potential clients worldwide, and consequently it will contribute to the establishment of a Canadian expertise on this niche of biomedical research industry.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Matthieu Vanni

Student:

Partner:

LabeoTech

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Elevate

Elaboration of a high-throughput toolbox for analysis and visualization of mesoscale longitudinal cortical imaging dataset

In recent years, a dramatic increase in computer processing power and storage allowed the exploration of new frontiers in science by analyzing large, complex datasets. The field of neuroscience is evolving towards larger and more complex studies creating a huge amount of data that is hard to understand using classical analyses. Thus, the development of tools able to process voluminous datasets is necessary to advance our understanding of brain function. Although some efforts have been made to solve this issue, most of the software is created “in-house” with limited applications, discouraging their use by other groups. In this project, a new open-source software will be designed to process large amounts of data from brain optical imaging experiments. This will be done with the collaboration of LabeoTech, a Canadian SME specialized in the development of technological tools applied to biomedical research. The toolbox will be published online where web-based tools will be created to build a community of researchers and engineers/programmers to encourage discussions on analytical problems on optical imaging. This will give LabeoTech a greater reach to more potential clients worldwide, and consequently it will contribute to the establishment of a Canadian expertise on this niche of biomedical research industry.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Matthieu Vanni

Student:

Partner:

LabeoTech

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Elevate

Tsawwassen First Nation Post Treaty Community Well-Being Study

In 2009, the Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) signed a self-governance treaty with the Canadian and British Columbia governments, the first to do so under the Federal-Provincial treaty process. The impact of obtaining self governance outside the Indian Act is, therefore, something that is important, not only for TFN, but as an example for other First Nations communities in British Columbia. This project will carry out an interview survey to determine the well-being of the TFN. This will provide data on the current state of well-being as well as baseline data on measures that can be used again in future years to determine directions of change under self-government. The significance of the research goes well beyond TFN. It is likely that many of the other FNs will ultimately sign ‘treaty’.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ralph Matthews

Student:

Partner:

Tsawwassen First Nation;Tsawwassen First Nation Economic Development Corporation

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Public administration

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Traitement de signal et apprentissage machine appliqués à une technologie tactile par ondes guidées ultrasonores

De nouvelles applications de surfaces interactives sont en plein essor telles que les écrans tactiles surdimensionnés et complètement transparents, des éléments d’habitacles interactifs dans les véhicules autonomes ou encore du mobilier interactif. Pour de telles applications, les technologies tactiles actuelles (capacitive, résistive, infrarouge) ne s’appliquent pas ou deviennent trop coûteuses. Une nouvelle technologie tactile par ondes ultrasonores, développée au Groupe d’Acoustique de l’Université de Sherbrooke (GAUS), permet d’outrepasser les limites des technologies conventionnelles et de rendre tactile n’importe quelle structure mince pouvant vibrer. Cette technologie brevetée requiert peu de capteurs, est facile à mettre en œuvre et permet de localiser plusieurs points de contact et d’estimer la pression appliquée sur la structure. Cependant, la quantité importante de données à traiter en temps réel limite actuellement ses performances. Le projet de recherche proposé vise à augmenter les performances de la méthode (1) en réduisant la quantité de données à traiter en temps réel et la quantité de calculs, et (2) en introduisant des méthodes d’apprentissage machine supervisé et de classification par régression pour déterminer la position des contacts sur la surface.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Patrice Masson;François Grondin

Student:

Partner:

All Waves Technologies

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Elevate

L’énergie transactionnelle: implications psychosociales pour l’optimisation de la participation du client

Partout à travers le monde, le marché de l’énergie se renouvelle constamment afin d’assurer une bonne efficacité et fiabilité. Qui plus est, des citoyens choisissent d’être plus proactifs et autonomes par rapport à leur consommation d’énergie en la produisant eux-mêmes (prosommateurs). Parmi les stratégies émergentes, les échanges d’énergie en pair à pair (P2P), en communautaire et dynamiquement vers le réseau de distribution qualifiés d’énergie transactionnelle se taillent une place importante, car elle permet aux clients de produire, emmagasiner et vendre sa propre énergie. Au Québec, Hydro-Québec représente le principal producteur et distributeur d’électricité. Toutefois, considérant l’ampleur que prennent différentes initiatives citoyennes de la part de groupe d’innovateurs, Hydro-Québec souhaite préparer l’arrivée de prosommateurs sur le marché de l’énergie transactionnelle. Considérant que ses clients sont des prosommateurs potentiels, une meilleure compréhension de leurs perceptions par rapport à ce nouveau phénomène est visée. Ce projet de recherche permettra donc de développer des connaissances par rapport au marché de l’énergie transactionnelle, en s’attardant plus particulièrement au point de vue des clients, qui représentent des parties prenantes de ce type de marché. La connaissance des besoins et attentes des citoyens favorisera l’arrimage avec ceux de l’entreprise et contribueront aux réflexions stratégiques organisationnelles.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Dany Lussier-Desrochers

Student:

Partner:

Institut de Recherche Hydro-Quebec - Laboratoire des Technologies de l'Énergie

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Utilities

University:

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Program:

Elevate

The Use Of Wearable Vital Signs Sensor Technology For Early Physiological Detection And Tracking Of Viral Respiratory Tract Infections – Year two

BACKGROUND: Viral respiratory tract infection (VRTI) is the most common illness in humans, resulting in a total economic impact of $40 billion annually in the United States. Taking into consideration the current novel coronavirus pandemic – impacting billions of people around the world, compromising the global economy, and putting extreme pressure on healthcare systems – it is imperative to identify novel ways to both detect and prevent VRTIs such as COVID-19. GOALS: Determine the relationship between infection dynamics, physical activity type and intensity, and short-term effects on physiological and biomechanical performance, as monitored by novel wearable vital-signs sensors. METHODS: A controlled, longitudinal study involving 30 days of continuous monitoring in 60 healthy adults. The advanced, integrative approach will involve several scientific disciplines (kinesiology, virology, immunology, artificial intelligence) and state-of-the-art technologies. VRTI will be induced via controlled human infection (inoculation). Novel infection detection techniques will be based on host?response signatures enabling measurement of inflammatory status dynamics. Activity-monitoring biosensors will continuously and simultaneously monitor physiological and biomechanical parameters. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: This study will deepen our understanding of whether we can detect, or predict subtle changes in vital signs (prior to the onset of symptoms) that correlate with illness onset, progression, and recovery.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Dennis Jensen

Student:

Partner:

Hexoskin

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

McGill University

Program:

Elevate

THE USE OF WEARABLE VITAL SIGNS SENSOR TECHNOLOGY FOR EARLY PHYSIOLOGICAL DETECTION AND TRACKING OF VIRAL RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONS

BACKGROUND: Viral respiratory tract infection (VRTI) is the most common illness in humans, resulting in a total economic impact of $40 billion annually in the United States. Taking into consideration the current novel coronavirus pandemic – impacting billions of people around the world, compromising the global economy, and putting extreme pressure on healthcare systems – it is imperative to identify novel ways to both detect and prevent VRTIs such as COVID-19. GOALS: Determine the relationship between infection dynamics, physical activity type and intensity, and short-term effects on physiological and biomechanical performance, as monitored by novel wearable vital-signs sensors. METHODS: A controlled, longitudinal study involving 30 days of continuous monitoring in 60 healthy adults. The advanced, integrative approach will involve several scientific disciplines (kinesiology, virology, immunology, artificial intelligence) and state-of-the-art technologies. VRTI will be induced via controlled human infection (inoculation). Novel infection detection techniques will be based on host?response signatures enabling measurement of inflammatory status dynamics. Activity-monitoring biosensors will continuously and simultaneously monitor physiological and biomechanical parameters. EXPECTED OUTCOMES: This study will deepen our understanding of whether we can detect, or predict subtle changes in vital signs (prior to the onset of symptoms) that correlate with illness onset, progression, and recovery.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Dennis Jensen

Student:

Partner:

Hexoskin

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

McGill University

Program:

Elevate

Security Mechanisms for Mobile Cloud Computing

Cloud computing, with its low cost and scalability, is becoming more and more popular today. By outsourcing computation requirements to cloud, consumers as well as business entities can reduce their IT costs significantly while enjoying more and better services. Mobile devices are among the earliest to adopt this new computing paradigm due to their limited computing capability and power supply. However, the multi-tendency nature of cloud computing also introduces new security challenges such as leak of information. This project is targeted at these security challenges. In specific, mechanisms for securing information stored in cloud will be developed. The mechanisms will be implemented in
software that leverages existing technologies developed by InBay Technologies Inc., an Ottawa-based company. It may lead to new products for InBay and provide unique training opportunities for graduate students in a hot industrial area.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Changcheng Huang

Student:

Partner:

InBay Technologies Inc

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Carleton University

Program:

Accelerate

IL-1-dependent ncRNA-based-therapy approach to enhance the bioactivity of endothelial progenitor cells in ischemic retinopathy: a new vasoprotective strategy – Year two

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is the leading cause of blindness in premature neonates. ROP is associated with inflammation largely mediated trough interleukin (IL-1), which triggers an initial critical phase of ocular vascular degeneration. ROP is also an excellent model of ischemic retinopathies in general. The formation of new blood vessels after tissue ischemia is not only restricted to local endothelial cell proliferation, but lately shown to involve endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) capable of forming a neovascular network on their own. It has been reported that pathological conditions associated with inflammation impair EPC bioactivity, and this in turn curtails post-ischemic revascularization. However the precise mechanisms responsible for this phenomenon remain unknown. We hypothesize that specific targeting of IL-1-dependent regulating microRNAs can reverse EPC dysfunction in ROP, and thus overcome vascular degeneration. This project aims to study: 1) the epigenetic mechanisms underlying IL-1-induced EPC dysfunction, and 2) evaluate novel therapeutic approaches to protect the bioactivity of EPCs during ROP using rytvela, a new antagonist of IL-1 receptor (in development by Rytvel Biotech), and specific IL-1-dependent ncRNA-based therapy. Hence, novel EPC reprogramming resulting in interference of inflammatory adversities could protect ocular vascular development; this concept can also apply to other ischemic vasculopathies.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Pierre Hardy

Student:

Partner:

Rytvel Biotech Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Elevate

IL-1-dependent ncRNA-based-therapy approach to enhance the bioactivity of endothelial progenitor cells in ischemic retinopathy: a new vasoprotective strategy

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is the leading cause of blindness in premature neonates. ROP is associated with inflammation largely mediated trough interleukin (IL-1), which triggers an initial critical phase of ocular vascular degeneration. ROP is also an excellent model of ischemic retinopathies in general. The formation of new blood vessels after tissue ischemia is not only restricted to local endothelial cell proliferation, but lately shown to involve endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) capable of forming a neovascular network on their own. It has been reported that pathological conditions associated with inflammation impair EPC bioactivity, and this in turn curtails post-ischemic revascularization. However the precise mechanisms responsible for this phenomenon remain unknown. We hypothesize that specific targeting of IL-1-dependent regulating microRNAs can reverse EPC dysfunction in ROP, and thus overcome vascular degeneration. This project aims to study: 1) the epigenetic mechanisms underlying IL-1-induced EPC dysfunction, and 2) evaluate novel therapeutic approaches to protect the bioactivity of EPCs during ROP using rytvela, a new antagonist of IL-1 receptor (in development by Rytvel Biotech), and specific IL-1-dependent ncRNA-based therapy. Hence, novel EPC reprogramming resulting in interference of inflammatory adversities could protect ocular vascular development; this concept can also apply to other ischemic vasculopathies.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Pierre Hardy

Student:

Partner:

Rytvel Biotech Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Elevate

Mitacs BSI Proposal: Anishinabek Employment & Training Services

AETS is part of a national wide agreement with the Indigenous Skills Employment and Training (ISET) Program Terms and Conditions, AETS aims to create jobs and lead a skilled Indigenous team by providing skills training, providing employment programs and cooperate with partnerships. The academic supervisor and intern from Lakehead University will provide AETS with professional business knowledge and skills, including strategic analysis and plans, human resources plan, marketing and communications skills to help AETS better fulfill its mission.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Kathy Sanderson

Student:

Partner:

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Education

University:

Lakehead University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

StudioRx- Business Strategy Internship

Like most sectors of the economy, the retail industry is vigorously stirred by COVID-19, particularly retailers focused on non-essential goods and services with the lengthy closure of nearly all physical stores, notable layoffs, and a dramatic fall in demand, even for those with an online presence. Even after reopening, retailers face significant challenges such as restoring customer confidence, finding a balance between Omni-channels, and continuous cash flows to pay their expenses. With this research project at StudioRx, we will be researching how to solve these business problems retail and commercial real estate industry faces and come up with recommendations on reinventing business models and strategies. Doing so will help small and medium Canadian retailers to recover and use this research to re-model their business model and adapt new strategies to stay competitive and running. This project will also help StudioRx gain public visibility and reach more clients and grow its consulting business.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ehsan Derayati

Student:

Partner:

StudioRx

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

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