Research on the interactions between the electrical grid and the participation of ZEBs, renewable energy and electric vehicles

The proposed research project focuses on evaluating the interactions between the electrical grid and buildings, particularly in the context of electrification and decarbonization. The primary objective is to develop a simulation model to examine the operation and interactions between buildings with varying energy efficiency levels (including standard buildings, green buildings, and Zero Energy Buildings – […]

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Development of new approach methods (NAMs) for pesticide risk assessment

Pesticides are widely used in agriculture to protect crops and increase yields. However, their overuse can lead to environmental pollution and health risks. Understanding how pesticides break down in the environment and within organisms is crucial for assessing their potential harm. To develop new computer modeling techniques to predict how pesticides degrade in the environment […]

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Control of a Self-Organizing Network of Quadrotor Vehicles Interacting with Real-Time Acoustic Signals

Networks are pervasive in our world. From migrating birds flying in formation, to social groups, wireless networks, world-wide web, the examples are endless. Migrating birds, such as the Canada goose, are a good example of a network between agents where information is communicated based on real-time musical (acoustic) signals. Inspired by this example, the research […]

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Linear driver PAM4 optical transceivers

Axonal Networks and Concordia University are working together to develop low-power, high-throughput optical transceivers using linear drive techniques. This technique avoids extensive in-transceiver digital signal processing and clock/data recovery in favour of modest equalization, relying on the linearity of the channel and the equalization capabilities of the host chips at the ends of the optical […]

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Optical Frequency Combs in Surface Nanoscale Axial Photonic Microresonators

This project aims to explore the generation of optical frequency combs (OFCs) in a surface nanoscale axial photonic microresonator (SNAPR). A SNAPR is an optical device created by modifying the radius of an optical fibre. This modification enables the trapping of light within the device, enhancing its intensity and leading to more pronounced optical effects. […]

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Operational Optimization of PV-B (Photovoltaic-Battery) renewable energy communities with the objectives of minimizing OPEX and peak load

This project focuses on creating a smart, efficient energy management system for local communities powered by solar panels and batteries. By using advanced reinforcement learning (RL) techniques, the system will automatically control energy use, storing excess solar power in batteries to reduce costs and keep the grid stable. This approach helps communities rely more on […]

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Small Green Changes: Understanding the Relationship Between Structure and Light Interactions of Modified Perovskite Supercrystals

This project aims to improve solar energy conversion technology by exploring the self-assembly of cesium lead halide perovskite supercrystals (CsPbX3 SCs). These supercrystals have unique structural and photophysical properties that can be leveraged to make solar cells (and other optoelectronic devices) more efficient and longer-lasting. The project will focus on gaining a fundamental knowledge on […]

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Mineral Protection of Organic Carbon in Marine Sediments: Isotopic and Molecular Characterization Across Diverse Environmental Regimes in the St. Lawrence Natural Laboratory

This project aims to study how organic carbon (OC) is preserved in marine sediments in the St. Lawrence Estuary and Gulf, a unique natural environment with a range of different conditions. By examining the way OC interacts with minerals in sediments, the research will help us understand how carbon can be stored long-term, rather than […]

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Development of a modular aircraft propulsion simulation model

In this project a modular propulsion simulation tool will be developed, which is able to be integrated in an already existing framework for preliminary aircraft design. The developed tool shall then be used for analyzing different propulsion system configurations of conceptual aircraft, to compare these against each other regarding different metrics, such as efficiency and […]

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