De nos jours, le concept de matériaux multifonctionnels combinant diverses propriétés pour réaliser des objectifs de performance multiples en un seul et unique système est devenu une prérogative dans le développement de surfaces innovantes. Cependant, un des principaux verrous est l’obtention de revêtements formés de nanoparticules isolées (non-agrégées) dispersées de manière contrôlée dans une matrice. […]

This Mitacs project aims to exploit synergies of particle accelerator experiments at GSI (Germany) and TRIUMF (Canada) with the mutual motivation to further our understanding of the synthesis of the elements in stars. To get insights into how the large-scale nuclear conversions occurring in, e.g., supernova events are responsible for the element generation in detail, […]

Carbon capture and storage requires a scientific basis for a legitimate social licence to be acceptable to the public as a carbon mitigation activity. This research program will augment groundwater monitoring to identify gas leakage around shallow carbon capture sites by integrating new approaches and analytes. In tandem, it will assess the subsurface occurrence of […]

Soil contaminated by petroleum hydrocarbons (PHCs) represents the one of the largest waste streams by mass in Alberta, where the primary method for remediating contaminated sites involves the excavation, transport, and dumping of the contaminated soil into landfill facilities. This approach leads to further complications including increased energy expenditure, emissions, and production of concentrated contaminant […]

Limited academic literature exists regarding the ergonomic hazards and musculoskeletal disorder risks associated with the daily work tasks of onshore wind turbine technicians. To develop sustainable work practices and work practice tools in the Canadian onshore wind industry, this project will identify, assess, and quantify the ergonomics hazards and musculoskeletal disorder risks associated with three […]

Novatic Solutions inc. cherche à étendre sa notoriété en solutions technopédagogiques, au niveau post-secondaire, en science et ce à l’échelle internationale. Pour ce faire, Novatic compte saisir une opportunité actuellement présente de dans le marché : il existe très peu de contenu rigoureux, vulgarisé et divertissant en mécanique quantique. En effet, d’un côté se trouve […]

The study of radioactive atoms is a crucial component in understanding the origin of the elements that make up our world. By studying the decay properties of extremely rare ions and their exotic decay processes, we clarify the processes that produce the heavy elements by grounding them in observation, and answer mysteries in nuclear structure. […]

Quantum networks will enhance the security of communication and link quantum computers together to solve certain problems that are not possible with present day computers. To realize practical applications with a quantum advantage, thousands of photons must be controlled, and entanglement utilized to distribute quantum bits across the network. In this project, we will develop […]

Measurements of the fundamental properties of neutrons may yield insight into unsolved problems in particle physics and astrophysics. Intense sources of ultracold neutrons, and efficient neutron storage and detection, are needed to make these measurements possible. A new neutron storage vessel, designed and built in Canada, will be tested at the Japan Proton Accelerator Research […]

For decades, drying sub-alpine fir and yellow spruce is known as an unmanageable task mainly due to the high moisture variation and the presence of wet-wood that result in a broad spread of moisture in kiln-dried timbers. For this reason, a considerable portion of under-dried and over-dried wood can be observed in kiln-dried subalpine fir […]

Advancement of a thin film sensors for the characterization of heat transfer of solids, liquids, powders and pastes. Thin film deposition technologies to be applied.

In a world where animal health and welfare are receiving increasing attention, it is crucial that we understand and support livestock farmers who are under an incredible amount of stress. This research is designed to start a supportive discussion and to collect information on the topic of farmer mental health in the beef and dairy […]