The proposed research project aims to enhance transportation logistics in Quebec’s forestry sector by developing models that incorporate economic, environmental, and social factors. The intern will identify and measure key indicators, including transportation costs, CO2 emissions, and community impacts, using tools such as GIS and expert consultations. These indicators will be integrated into decision-support models […]

This project aims to make assistive robots smarter and easier to use for people with limited mobility. Researchers will develop a new type of control system for a wheelchair-mounted robotic arm that helps users complete everyday tasks like grabbing objects, opening drawers, or pressing buttons. Using advanced artificial intelligence, the system will learn through realistic […]

High-speed communication systems used in satellites and advanced physics experiments face a significant challenge: they must be both incredibly fast and resilient enough to survive intense radiation. Often, the techniques used to make microchips radiation-proof also make them slow. This research project aims to solve this dilemma by designing a specialized microchip that acts as […]

This project will develop two integrated boil-off gas recovery and re-liquefaction systems for liquefied natural gas and liquefied hydrogen carriers that harness ship exhaust heat and convert it into usable energy through the Kalina power cycle and water-ammonia absorption refrigeration unit. Unlike conventional re-liquefaction systems that require burning additional fuel to produce cooling, the proposed […]

The proposed project focuses on developing and testing metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) for capturing CO2 from both the air and seawater. The intern will identify promising MOF materials, conduct laboratory experiments to measure CO2 uptake, and use computational and machine learning tools to predict performance and optimize designs. The project also includes evaluating the costs, energy […]

Quiecean develops a Cold Atmospheric Plasma (CAP) device that reduces underwater noise and pollutants to protect marine ecosystems. The project validates its technical design and business model for commercialization in Canada’s blue economy.

MeasleScan FET is a portable biosensor that uses field-effect transistor (FET) technology to detect measles virus rapidly at the point of care. Unlike current tests such as PCR and ELISA, which are accurate but slow, costly, and lab-dependent, this device delivers real-time, label-free detection directly from clinical samples. The goal is to provide a low-cost, […]

This project will validate the market and technical feasibility of Silver Vantage Software’s privacy-preserving thermal fall-detection system for senior care. The system uses small thermal sensors to detect falls automatically without recording identifiable images, protecting resident privacy while improving response times. Through this project, we will engage healthcare partners and facility operators to confirm product […]

Aquaculture and coastal water treatment facilities across Atlantic Canada and beyond are facing increasing challenges in maintaining reliable water quality. Marine environments are burdened by nutrient runoff, pathogens, and pollution that directly impact fish health, leading to frequent contamination events and yield losses of 10–30%. These losses translate into millions of dollars in damages annually […]

This project focuses on developing a long-endurance autonomous multirotor drone capable of performing continuous aerial operations for emergency response, environmental monitoring, and remote delivery. It addresses the critical gap between costly manned helicopters—which can cost over $50,000 per hour and operate for only a few hours—and short-range electric drones that can fly for less than […]

This project will support the development of an automated system that uses drones and artificial intelligence (AI) to estimate the body weight of free-range beef cattle. The goal is to help farmers monitor animal growth and health without stressful or time-consuming manual weighing. During the project, the technology will be refined while incorporating feedback from […]

Le projet Créméco vise à concevoir un cercueil de crémation écoresponsable fabriqué à partir de pelures de pommes de terre recyclées. Cette initiative s’inscrit dans une démarche d’économie circulaire en donnant une seconde vie à des déchets alimentaires tout en réduisant l’impact environnemental du secteur funéraire. Le stagiaire travaillera sur la mise au point du […]