Commonly used hot air drying results in non-uniform shrinkage due to significant thermal gradients, especially at the last stage of drying. In this project we will study two-stage drying of apple slices with hot air at beginning and microwave at the end to minimize effect of non-uniform heat transfer. The goal of the project is […]

Currently, all types of vehicles utilize a 12 volt lead-acid battery for start-stop, controls, comfort features, redundancy, and safety features. We aim to replace it by introducing a new rechargeable hybrid aqueous battery, which is lead-free and possesses more than twofold higher energy storage capacity. There are requirements to further improve the rate capability and […]

Currently, all types of vehicles utilize a 12 volt lead-acid battery for start-stop, controls, comfort features, redundancy, and safety features. We aim to replace it by introducing a new rechargeable hybrid aqueous battery, which is lead-free and possesses more than twofold higher energy storage capacity. There are requirements to further improve the rate capability and […]

Short-track speed-skating has been one of the most important medal-provider sport for Canada at Olympic Games for many years. However, research on performance determinants is very scarce, and Canada is progressively loosing ground compared to new countries interested in the medal potential of this sport. There is an urgent need to better understand the biomechanical […]

We aim to develop novel technologies for point of care DNA testing assisted by optical fiber devices. Specifically, the two main objectives are to achieve increased rapidity and improved multiplexing capabilities with respect to Spartan Bioscience’s current generation of products. This interdisciplinary project involves efforts in chemistry, biology, and photonics. On the photonics side, we […]

We aim to develop novel technologies for point of care DNA testing assisted by optical fiber devices. Specifically, the two main objectives are to achieve increased rapidity and improved multiplexing capabilities with respect to Spartan Bioscience’s current generation of products. This interdisciplinary project involves efforts in chemistry, biology, and photonics. On the photonics side, we […]

An innovative, zero-waste synthesis process has been proposed by the partner organization and the research team for the production of high capacity cathodes for lithium-ion batteries, such as LiNi0.8Co0.15Al0.05O2. However, many fundamental issues need to be answered related to the process and its impact on the structural and electrochemical properties of the synthesized material. The […]

The Spatial Plasma Discharge Ignition System is used as an ignition module in internal combustion engines (ICE). Its implementation leads to an increase in engine fuel efficiency. The purpose of this 4-month internship is to implement a fuel and air regulating system equipped with electric solenoids and pressure transducers to measure the pressure gradients in […]

Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) is a noninvasive technology for examining functional activity in the brain. It is widely used in research, but is not yet part of routine patient care in clinics. To date, most of the fMRI applications collect imaging data at a single time point. This has limited the potential of the […]

The structural performance of skyscrapers subjected to natural hazards such as strong winds and earthquakes has significant effects on the resilience of a city because of the recent boom in the construction of skyscrapers around the world. However, resilience is currently not explicitly considered in the design of tall buildings. Studies show that modern tall […]

The structural performance of skyscrapers subjected to natural hazards such as strong winds and earthquakes has significant effects on the resilience of a city because of the recent boom in the construction of skyscrapers around the world. However, resilience is currently not explicitly considered in the design of tall buildings. Studies show that modern tall […]

The need for more and more data rates is significantly increasing due to the newly introduced wireless/mobile applications and services. Traditional modulation schemes cannot provide satisfactory long-term solution to this problem. That said, non-traditional modulation (spiral-based modulation) comes into play as a strong candidate to solve the increasing data rate requirements problem. Spiral-based modulation exploits […]