This project is focused on improving the theory, software and scope of applications of quantum computational chemistry. The intern will work with the company research team to further develop new theoretical methods which are under development, implement them into code as part of the existing open-source PennyLane package, and run tests for modelling the vibrational […]

Heat management in semiconducting nanomaterials requires the design of engineered artificial structures, known as metamaterials, where thermal properties can be tuned almost at will by microstructural modifications. Testing a broad range of nanostructures for the particular device applications, with predictive behavior, is a grand challenge especially because of the difficulties associated with the experimental synthesis […]

Heat management in semiconducting nanomaterials requires the design of engineered artificial structures, known as metamaterials, where thermal properties can be tuned almost at will by microstructural modifications. Testing a broad range of nanostructures for the particular device applications, with predictive behavior, is a grand challenge especially because of the difficulties associated with the experimental synthesis […]

The proposed device, that has been requested to Sciencetech Inc. (SCI) during the past few years, is an innovative way to analyze the light generated by modern high intensity light sources in many areas of research, and in particular in those using Solar Simulation (space research, agriculture, biology, medical, semiconductors solar cells and renewable energy […]

Enersion has developed a novel integrated tri-generation (TG) system that provides electricity, heating, and cooling. In order to guide their business plan, they would like to know which customer application would benefit the most from implementing their TG system – residential, commercial, or industrial. This work will establish a decision-making methodology for the usage of […]

Diamond like carbon (DLC) is an amorphous form of carbon with a high fraction of diamond-like (sp3) bonds. DLC thin films have many attractive attributes including extraordinary hardness, enhanced lubrication and wear resistance properties. Aurora Scientific Corp. is the provider of advanced vacuum coating systems based on its patented physical vapor deposition (PVD) technology. Aurora […]

Chronic cough is a persistent daily cough that lasts greater than eight weeks and affects 10% of the general population. It is associated with a significant burden on health and quality of life. In clinical practice, there are very limited tools in order to quantitively monitor cough. Existing products are too expensive and labor intensive, […]

The purpose of this project is to the modify the structure of 3F’s low molecular weight cod collagen polypeptides and determine which physical properties of the material are necessary to convert it into the superior product on the market for its applications into the field of cosmetics. To alter its physical properties surface functionalization is […]

Rio Tinto Alcan, the industrial partner of this project, is slowly faced a challenge to produce AA1XXX DC cast ingots with much higher impurity levels than before. The present project is aimed to investigate the influence of impurity elements, particularly V levels, on the fir-tree zone and its related Fe-rich intermetallic phase selection. This project […]

Propulsion pattern recognition in a manual wheelchair (MWC) simulator contributes to better identify the users’ propulsion techniques. It can provide them with appropriate feedback and training, in order to prevent chronic shoulder pain. Recent work in our lab has focused on the development of an affordable wheelchair simulator, which provides force feedback (gravity, inertia) during […]

The project focuses on the characterization of the evolution with time of the properties of physiological signals recorded in different clinical settings, describing sepsis shock and other clinical complications that are common features in Intensive Care Units. Changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation will be studied through an array of […]

Whisky is made by a process of fermentation, distillation, and maturation. The last step is by far the most time-consuming part of this process. In order for maturation to occur, the distilled spirit must sit in a wooden barrel for years, during which the spirit takes on the familiar colour and taste of whisky. This […]