Projets novateurs réalisés

Séjour au sein de la Chaire de recherche sur la maltraitance envers les personnes aînées

La doctorante participera à l’avancée de deux projets de recherche en cours au sein de la Chaire de recherche sur la maltraitance envers les personnes aînées. Lors du Projet 1, portant sur la maltraitance en contexte de proche aidance, la doctorante pourra être impliquée dans la réalisation de l’écriture d’un article scientifique sur l’utilisabilité du programme RAMAPA développé par la Chaire. Lors du Projet 2, portant sur une synthèse des connaissances sur la maltraitance envers les adultes en situation de vulnérabilité, la doctorante pourra être impliquée dans la réalisation d’un examen de la portée sur la maltraitance envers les personnes adultes ayant un trouble neurocognitif majeur ou un trouble neurodéveloppemental.
Le stage, dirigé par la titulaire de la Chaire, Mme Mélanie COUTURE, qui est également codirectrice de thèse de la doctorante, vise principalement à enseigner et approfondir les connaissances théoriques et méthodologiques en recherche, en particulier dans le domaine de la lutte contre la maltraitance.
Cette expérience sera d’ailleurs extrêmement utile pour les avancées de sa thèse, tout en mettant à jour ses connaissance sur ce phénomène et en développant ses compétences méthodologiques en matière de collecte de données, ainsi que d’analyse et d’écriture critique des résultats.

Developing methods in the field of structural dynamics for the analysis of Functionally Graded Materials (FGM) plates

This project revolves around advancing the field of structural dynamics, with a specific focus on the structural analysis of plates, particularly those made of Functionally Graded Materials (FGMs). The work will use three approaches for structural analysis:

• The first one emphasizes developing novel and highly convergent analytical and semi-analytical methods that address the complexities of behaviors in advanced materials. It employs the Dynamic Stiffness Matrix (DSM) and Dynamic Finite Element (DFE) methods in the field of structural dynamics and stability analysis. The DSM method is based on closed-form solutions of the governing equations of the structural dynamics, while DFE, as a hybrid approach derived from the Finite Element Method (FEM) and exact solution, utilizes frequency-dependent trigonometric interpolation functions. This adaptability makes DFE particularly well-suited for modeling complex structural dynamics.

• The second approach, as a trustworthy validation technique, is planned to create several samples of FGM structure in the laboratory by using additive manufacturing (AM) methods (3D printing), and performing some experimental tests.

• The third approach to analyzing is designing and using digital twin, not only for validation of this project but also employing it for future related projects as an optimized and most economical solution with more precise results.

Contextual recommendation for online merchants

Shopify provides a platform for merchants to sell their products online. Shopify merchants typically face various common concerns at different phases of their development, such as uploading their product descriptions, marketing their shop, increasing their sales, etc. The goal of this project is to build a software system to identify which problems the merchant is currently facing and for which some help is welcome, and to make customized, pertinent, timely and yet unintrusive suggestions to solve these problems, thus acting as a virtual business assistant. A helpful assistant should be able to improve the merchants’ success, which directly affects the success of Shopify.

Étude d’une architecture de processeur logiciel opérant à température cryogénique pour l’asservissement de dispositifs quantiques

L’émergence de l’informatique quantique marque une ère de transformation dans la science informatique, promettant une puissance de traitement sans précédent pour les problèmes complexes. Cependant, l’évolutivité de l’électronique de contrôle reste un défi majeur.
L’une des clés pour le développement de cette électronique réside dans le prototypage rapide d’algorithmes électroniques.
Pour répondre à ce besoin, un projet est en cours pour développer une plateforme électronique cryogénique flexible et reprogrammable, habituellement située à température ambiante. Cette plateforme est conçue pour offrir des temps de réponse plus rapides et de mieux gérer les échanges d’information entre les milieux froids et ambiants.
Le projet de ce stage prévoit l’intégration dans la plateforme reprogrammable d’une architecture de microprocesseur adaptable, compatible avec les milieux cryogéniques. Le travail consistera en l’analyse des solutions de processeurs synthétisables existants, la sélection d’un processeur adaptable, sa mise en œuvre et sa caractérisation sur la plateforme en milieu cryogénique.
Cette intégration viendra bonifier la flexibilité et l’accessibilité de la plateforme pour les expérimentateurs quantiques. La plateforme répondra ainsi aux besoins immédiats de la recherche tout en jetant les bases des futures mises en œuvre de l’informatique quantique à haute performance sur des circuits permanents, plus coûteux et longs à développer.

Impact of Invasive Phragmites on Ability of a Mawipoqtapei (Chaleur Bay) Salt Marsh to Mitigate Climate Warming

Saltmarshes, meadows flooded by marine waters, are recognized as one of the world’s most effective ecosystems for sequestering carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it in the soil, thus helping to mitigate climate warming. These marshes also are negligible sources or even sinks for the potent greenhouse gases, methane and nitrous oxide. Through our research we ask if that mitigation potential is reduced where an aggressively invasive genetic strain of the reed, Phragmites australis, has replaced native saltmarsh vegetation. This research is directly aligned with the Mi’gmaw Ges¬¬pe’gewa’gi Institute of Natural Understanding’s (GINU) mission to protect and restore ecosystems while braiding Mi’gmaw Knowledge with Western science. Data from the project will support evidence-based approaches to saltmarsh restoration, helping the GINU to prioritize areas where Phragmites eradication would have the most significant ecological and climate benefits. The GINU will gain expertise and actionable data to integrate into broader restoration strategies, allowing the organization to lead regional efforts to combat invasive species while enhancing carbon storage in critical wetlands. Finally, the findings will reinforce GINU’s ability to advocate for Indigenous-led restoration policies by providing concrete, scientifically validated data on the benefits of restoring saltmarsh ecosystems.

Smart Productivity for Entrepreneurs: AI-Driven Task Management, Habit Tracking, and Optimized Scheduling

This project develops a productivity platform designed to help small business owners reduce burnout, prioritize tasks, and build productive habits through AI-driven assistance, structured scheduling, and gamification.

Key Features Include:

Bloomzy Assistant – AI-powered productivity partner that prioritizes tasks, suggests next steps, and syncs with schedules to keep work aligned with goals.
Optimized Manager/Maker Time Blocking – Custom scheduling system that balances deep work (“maker time”) with meetings and planning (“manager time”).
Habitree – Gamified habit tracker where each completed habit grows a virtual tree, unlocking rewards and supporting real-world environmental causes.
Task Tutorials – Step-by-step guides that break down complex projects, ensuring users stay on track and make measurable progress.

By integrating AI, behavioural psychology, and structured workflows, this platform helps entrepreneurs reduce distractions, manage time efficiently, and achieve long-term business success. The system provides a clear, actionable framework for productivity, ensuring users stay motivated and focused on high-impact work.

Modelling and experiments of supersonic ejectors

Ce projet vise à faire progresser le développement des éjecteurs à jet, une technologie prometteuse pour des solutions énergétiques durables. La recherche, dans le cadre d’une thèse de doctorat, explorera des méthodes permettant d’améliorer l’efficacité des éjecteurs, réduisant ainsi la consommation d’énergie et les émissions. En améliorant ces systèmes, le projet vise à contribuer à l’atténuation du changement climatique grâce à des technologies énergétiques plus propres. Cet effort de collaboration entre des institutions canadiennes et espagnoles combine expertise et ressources, favorisant les échanges universitaires et technologiques internationaux. Les résultats attendus comprennent des innovations en matière d’efficacité énergétique, des liens de recherche bilatéraux plus solides et des contributions aux objectifs mondiaux de durabilité.

Steering the Innovation Process: Accelerating Ideas to Impact in Water Treatment – Conclusion

Demand for water and wastewater treatment has grown substantially in recent years, leading to a increased need for innovative technology. To remain a global leader in UV-based treatment technology, Trojan must continue to innovate through its intesive research and development program. One of Trojan’s distinguishing features has been the rigorous analysis and testing that our products undergo during design, development and validation. Trojan uses cutting-edge tools for modeling fluid flow, UV raidiation distribution, as well as biological and chemical kinetics to predict reactor performance. Trojan also performs extensive physical testing to validate integrated CFD-opticalkinetic models used during product development to optimize design and to validate completed designs. This proposal aims to complete the goals of our original proposal: defining a holistic Innovation Process Roadmap for accelerating the innovation process and engraining it within the organization through disciplined implementation.

Software developer and platform manage

TRICOAST Education specializes in K-12 language assessments, particularly through its Curriculum-Based Dynamic Assessment (CBDA), which helps identify students’ language support needs. They offer CBDA certification training, parent workshops, and educational webinars. Their goal is to distinguish between language development needs and specialized intervention requirements. TRICOAST Education appears to be facing challenges related to platform stability, requiring regular maintenance and bug fixes to ensure smooth operation. Managing updates without disrupting live services suggests difficulties in seamless deployment, possibly due to version control or CI/CD pipeline inefficiencies. The reliance on GitHub and AWS points to challenges in cloud deployment and code versioning. Additionally, the mention of security measures indicates potential vulnerabilities or compliance concerns. Scalability and performance optimization may also be areas of focus, as frequent updates could indicate efforts to enhance system efficiency and user experience.

Climate Change Education

The Gaia Project is a nonprofit focused on climate change education and sustainability in New Brunswick. They engage youth and teachers through hands-on learning, energy efficiency, and waste reduction initiatives. Their challenge is expanding outreach using digital tools and interactive content. This project will help develop innovative educational materials and strengthen community engagement. Expertise in environmental research, curriculum development, digital content creation, and social media management will be essential.

Systems Integrator

Fredericton Intercultural Centre Inc. serves as a hub for Fredericton’s cultural community and non-profit groups, offering flexible office, meeting, and event spaces to support collaboration and inclusivity within the Greater Fredericton area. They are seeking to enhance its digital infrastructure by implementing or replacing software, integrating applications, and developing workflow automation solutions. A key challenge they face is the inefficiency caused by disconnected systems, manual processes, and outdated technology, which hinder productivity and scalability. This project aims to address these issues by creating seamless connections between systems, improving data flow, and optimizing operations through automation. By leveraging expertise in software integration, debugging, and problem-solving, this initiative will go beyond day-to-day activities, driving innovation and long-term operational improvements.

Fredericton Botanic Garden Association

The Fredericton Botanic Garden is a community-driven organization focused on botanical conservation, environmental education, and public engagement through guided tours, workshops, and special events. While the Garden provides opportunities for visitors to explore native and non-native plant species and sustainable gardening practices, it faces the challenge of enhancing visitor engagement and increasing membership. To address this, the intern will design a structured, repeatable series of immersive “day experiences” that go beyond standard tours by combining themed mini-tours, interactive workshops, and nutrition breaks. These events will cater to a diverse audience, fostering deeper connections with nature while encouraging long-term involvement with the Garden. By developing a catalog of six event formats, securing materials and instructors, promoting the events, and conducting trial runs, this project will provide a sustainable framework for future programming. Additionally, a final report summarizing best practices and participant feedback will guide future iterations, supporting the Garden’s goal of increasing engagement and membership. Success will be measured through the number of events designed and delivered, promotional materials created, participant interest, and new memberships generated. This project requires expertise in event planning, community engagement, marketing, and environmental education to create engaging experiences that align with the Garden’s mission while ensuring long-term sustainability.