There is a critical period during late gestation in humans and perinatally in atricial animals like rats and mice , during which the building blocks of energy homeostasis, including the hypothalamic regulation of food intake and energy balance become established. During this early postnatal period, neuronal dendritic and axonal elongation as well as pruning takes […]

Spending time in natural environments and nature-based programming is associated with significant health benefits. These outcomes are particularly important for Indigenous youth, whose mental health and wellbeing continues to be a priority for healthcare in Nova Scotia (NS). There is a need for further research that includes NS youth perspectives and identifies their experiences, needs, […]

This research project will explore how advanced artificial intelligence technology, specifically large language models (LLMs), can improve the Mental Health Assessment Tool (MHAT) developed by Harrison Healthcare. MHAT is a secure online tool designed to help primary care doctors identify and diagnose mental health conditions based on structured questionnaires and clinical guidelines. The project will […]

In many industries, particularly those using steam to heat or move heavy oil, keeping pipes and equipment as hot as possible is very important. When heat escapes, it lowers the efficiency of the operation, raises costs, and increases the carbon footprint. Insulation is supposed to keep heat inside, but it does not always work well […]

Population growth and reductions in arable productive soils around the globe have triggered a range of efforts to improve plant yield and harvest quality, including the development of more low-cost, environmentally sustainable, and reasonable approaches. Most of the attempts made to increase crop production are dependent on the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers to reinforce […]

Spot application of pesticides is one aspect of precision agriculture technology that may have promising economic, environmental and social benefits. However, the practical application of this technology is faced by several challenges including accurate detection of pests, simultaneous control of multiple nozzles, and formulation of suitable droplets under continuous opening and closure of nozzles. This […]

test it is difficult to get a correct diagnosis of lung disease, and most importantly to get started on the right treatments. In this study we will 1) describe the quality of breathing tests done in the community; and 2) compare review and interpretation of breathing tests by a doctor to an artificial intelligence algorithm […]

With patients and caregivers (PCs) at the heart, learning health systems (LHS) bring together research and health systems. LHS work in a cycle to speed up learning from data and evidence and guide practice and policy change. This approach has been identified as an efficient and cost-effective way to improve healthcare experiences, overall wellbeing of […]

This project focuses on improving the reliability of AI systems that generate answers using external databases, known as Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems. While these systems help reduce inaccuracies, it’s still hard for users to know how trustworthy or relevant the answers are. To address this, the intern will explore a new method that evaluates […]

Interest in mining deposits formed at deep-sea hydrothermal vents for minerals that are required for the transition to clean energy technologies has increased. However, animal communities at hydrothermal vents and the surrounding deep-sea have not been well characterized. Many of the animals at hydrothermal vent sites, such as deep-water corals and sponges, are indicators of […]

Glenoid fractures, which happen in the shoulder, are usually caused by either instability or severe injury. A specific type, called Ideberg-Goss Type Ia, involves a break in the front part of the glenoid (the socket of the shoulder joint) without affecting the neck of the bone or the rest of the shoulder blade. Treating these […]

This study aims to assess the improvement in muscle strength in patients with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) after undergoing hip arthroscopy. FAI can cause severe hip pain and functional limitations, potentially leading to early osteoarthritis. While arthroscopic treatment often have good results, dissatisfaction rates can be as high as 30%. This research investigates the potential benefits […]