“Green shipping corridors” are being established globally, including interest in new cargos of hydrogen (H2) and carbon dioxide (CO2). The former is challenging to transport in neat form, making liquid organic carriers (LOCs) and ammonia (NH3) attractive forms for transport. Carbon sequestration sites are also being established for CO2 disposal, however many are located far […]

The GRAME is currently conducting an extensive opportunity study to highlight the potential role of trams in the movement of people and goods within the Greater Montreal Area. Through this project, it has collaborated with Coop Carbone and GoMove to assess the potential for parcel distribution via a possible pan-Montreal tram network. According to modeling, […]

Whether conforming safely with the movements of humans, executing adaptable motion to navigate unpredictable terrain, or handling delicate objects with precision, soft robots are revolutionizing the way machines interact with the world. Soft robots take inspiration from biological systems, incorporating soft and stretchable materials to achieve lifelike motion. However, the fabrication of these advanced systems […]

Prostate cancer (PCa) cases are expected to double worldwide by 2040, making early and accurate detection essential. Currently, diagnosing PCa is challenging due to systemic biopsy procedures, which have a low sensitivity of 48%. To improve detection and diagnosis, the research group at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is developing advanced imaging techniques such […]

Despite being the world’s third-largest raspberry importer, Canada faces challenges like high local wholesale prices, erratic climate, pest issues, and labor costs. This project offers a breakthrough solution—an innovative, scalable indoor farm—to address these issues. The goal is to create a cutting-edge platform that overcomes horticultural challenges, empowers future growers, and transforms Canadian indoor farming […]

We address the limitations and hazards of current wildfire detection and suppression methods, focusing initially on Alberta’s boreal zone. Alberta Wildfire uses aircraft, helicopters, specialized equipment, and trained personnel, but these methods have critical drawbacks. Crewed aerial systems cannot operate 24/7, leaving gaps when fires can go undetected. Additionally, deploying personnel is expensive and not […]

Outport Reviews develops an affordable review management platform for Canadian SMBs that filters negative feedback before public posting. This project will validate market fit, optimize acquisition channels, and build strategic partnerships to strengthen Canadian businesses’ digital presence and competitiveness.

This project focuses on developing a robotic arm manipulator capable of accurately cutting plant leaves for genetic analysis, improving the efficiency and precision of agricultural plant research. In current studies, researchers must manually cut leaves from hundreds of plants, a time-consuming process that introduces inconsistencies due to varying plant conditions over time. Automating this task […]

Afin de contrôler les propriétés mécaniques des pièces en aluminium, il est nécessaire de mieux comprendre l’effet de la déformation et de la recristallisation dans le processus de fabrication. Le présent projet documentera l’anisotropie de l’aluminium suivant différents chemins de déformation et taux de recristallisation. Le stagiaire pourra ainsi être initié à différentes techniques de […]

La demande croissante de matériaux écologiques et abondants a fait du biochar un agent de renfort très recherché dans les applications automobiles. Le biochar possède des propriétés uniques, telles qu’une structure poreuse, une grande surface spécifique, une haute stabilité thermique, une bonne conductivité, une source de matière première renouvelable et abondante, ainsi qu’une durabilité environnementale. […]

The proposed research focuses on the development of biocarbon materials from waste spent clay and soapstocks from vegetable oil processing. The biocarbon will be used as the filler in developing rubber composite material as a potential substitution for carbon black produced from petroleum sources. The intern will work with the team of graduate students and […]

This project will contribute to developing design guidelines for steel-reinforced 3D printed concrete structural members. 3D printing is a novel construction method that is being developed around the world. It has the potential to revolutionize construction practices, because it is an automated process that requires less heavy labor compared to regular construction practices. The material […]