Disease and death of blueberry plants caused by Blueberry Scorch Virus (BlScV) is a major problem in Blueberry farms of British Columbia, a key sector of the local agricultural economy. Correct diagnosis is instrumental to separate from non-lethal Shock Virus as BlScV-infected plants should be removed to reduced spread to other plants. In recent years, […]

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the airways in the lungs. The inner lining (epithelium) of the airways forms a protective barrier against harmful irritants. This lining is frequently injured but repairs itself quickly. In asthma, however, this barrier is dysfunctional and cannot repair itself when injured. This allows irritants into the airway […]

The purpose of this research is to compare the musicians’ genetics to the general population to understand the role of genetics in how music training influences brains changes. Neuroimaging research, behavioural studies, and music-based interventions show that music training influences neuroplasticity (i.e., the brain’s ability to change and adapt) because it is a special type […]

This project will facilitate the development and validation of a novel AI-based model that can improve the quality of PET images such that diagnostic-quality images can be reconstructed from administering a smaller radiopharmaceutical dose to the patient. The two main advantages of this are decreased radiation dose to the patient which decreases the chance of […]

We are at a pivotal time with great opportunity to make positive changes for our planet. The need is urgent as we face the dual crises of climate change and loss of biodiversity. Conserving natural heritage lands is one of the most effective ways to address climate change and provide habitat for some of Ontario’s […]

Home Health Systems has built a sensor and software for Aging In Place monitoring for senior citizens. It supports outpatient care where costs are reduced by 10X and patients get treated at home where they prefer to be. This project will complete the next steps required for Health Canada certification as a class 3 medical […]

Although Electronic waste (E-waste) is steadily increasing due to the use of electronic devices worldwide, it is not being properly disposed of. The incineration or landfill disposal of e-waste causes serious environmental problems and affects human health. Eco-friendly organic electronic materials (OEMs) are attracting attention as a sustainable alternatives for conventional electronic materials. Particularly, the […]

Maintenir des surfaces vieilles forêts suffisantes au sein des territoires aménagés est désormais un enjeu majeur de gestion forestière au Canada. Peu de connaissances sont actuellement disponibles sur l’importance de la diversité interne d’habitat que l’on trouve au sein des vieilles forêts pour la biodiversité qui leur est associée. L’objectif de ce projet vise donc […]

Whey and milk ultrafiltration (UF) permeate are usually considered as environmental pollutants due to their elevated organic load. Increase of whey production owing to high demand of milk-derived products creates a huge disposal problem for dairy industries. The conversion of lactose, which is main component of whey and milk UF permeate, to value-added ingredients is […]

Freshwater mussels are in decline across North America, but due to their filtering capacity, this taxon remains an important part of lake ecosystems. The Cape Breton Regional Municipality Water Utility (CBRMWU) utilizes several lakes as surface water sources, some of which contain populations of freshwater mussels. The CBRMWU is interested in the contribution of freshwater […]

Brain cancers represent one of the most aggressive tumors that are especially challenging to treat through drugs, partially due to the inherent protection by the blood-brain barrier. Therefore, developing drugs that have specific chemical properties that allow them to cross the blood-brain-barrier, while simultaneously retaining their drug-like features is a heavily sought-after approach in treating […]

Pea and lentil are among the most widely grown pulse crops in Canada with great economic, nutrition, soil fertility, and environmental benefits. Aphanomyces is a disease that attacks pulse crops and leads to a yield lose of up to 50%. Currently, there are no reliable solutions to control the disease and stop the spread. We […]