QUOREM: A data science platform for microbiology research

In the genomics era, microbiologists are collecting data at an accelerating pace. We have created a data science platform called QUOREM that significantly reduces the technical burden experienced by microbial ecologists associated with managing ever-increasing quantities of data. We believe that public and private research groups in Canada could benefit our platform, and the ability […]

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Nickel-Catalyzed ?-Arylation of Secondary Amides

Within the realm of transition metal-catalyzed reactions, considerable interest lies in the ability to generate carbon-carbon linkages using cheap and abundant catalysts and reagents, as products derived from these couplings are widespread amongst bioactive molecules including pharmaceutical and agricultural agents. The importance of catalyst design in facilitating particularly challenging couplings of this type cannot be […]

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Understanding the role of mesoporous Silicon in sustainable energy applications

Max Yan from Sheffield will be visiting Dr Dasog’s lab in Dalhousie University to undertake a knowledge exchange-based project. Max will learn how to carry out the low-temperature process developed by Dr Dasog’s group to produce porous silicon. This material can be used as a catalyst to convert sunlight into energy and Dr Dasog’s is […]

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Community Impact from Rural Sourcing

This study builds upon work to define the decision process firms use in deciding to move their IT Services work to less urban regions such as Atlantic Canada. This Mitacs project seeks to build upon this work and analyze the ancillary benefits of such projects within the community (beyond the direct economic benefits). Policy objectives […]

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Arts’ Civic and Social Impact Beyond Covid-19: Researchers in Residence

Four research interns will be supported by four arts funders, five universities and four arts and culture organizations, which will come together under the leadership of Mass Culture to see how the arts and culture sector impacts society today. Together, we will look at ways to strengthen community ties and foster shared social values through […]

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Minimizing the Impacts and Maximizing the Benefits of Marine Shipping Activities for Arctic Communities Through the Use of Traditional Knowledge

Interest in Arctic shipping is growing as sea ice is melting and as other industries are developing. An increase in shipping presents risks to both the natural environment (from the movement of ships and the products that they carry) and to the local communities that rely on those healthy environments for food and other products. […]

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Development of Natural Health Products from Sea Cucumber and Wild Blueberry

More than half of Canadian households have companion animals such as dog or cat. However, cancer has become the leading cause of death in dogs. Currently, available treatments have limitations and compromise the quality of life of dogs. Adored Beast Apothecary wishes to develop unique natural health products to prevent and treat cancers of dogs. […]

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Engaging young people and fostering intergenerational collaboration: Assessing the impact of initiatives within the nature conservation sector

The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has served as a global authority on sustainable development and environmental governance for over seventy years. Responding to broader trends within these areas, the IUCN has sought to foster engagement with young people as a strategic priority-to move beyond tokenistic involvement toward institution-wide intergenerational collaboration. The […]

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Engaging young people and fostering intergenerational collaboration: Assessing the impact of initiatives within the nature conservation sector – Year two

The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has served as a global authority on sustainable development and environmental governance for over seventy years. Responding to broader trends within these areas, the IUCN has sought to foster engagement with young people as a strategic priority-to move beyond tokenistic involvement toward institution-wide intergenerational collaboration. The […]

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Development of high-quality reference genome for American mink

Currently, mink producers select their breeding animals based on their phenotypic performances, and they have limited experience of using genetic or genomic selection to improve their profitability. Therefore, there is a need to enhance the ability of the Canadian mink industry to compete internationally by improving animal production using new genomic selection tools. Genomic selection […]

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Residential Renewable Energy and Sustainable Design in Maritime Provinces of Canada

Lighten Up Electric (Lightenup), an electrical contracting company based out of Moncton, New Brunswick, have targeted market potential for small-scale residential renewable energy systems in the Maritime region of Canada. The Maritime Provinces have large and undeveloped potential around solar and wind energy capture, but also large potential for development of sustainable design in construction. […]

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