ReFem Technologies is developing IUAide, a new medical device that makes intrauterine device (IUD) insertion safer, faster, and less painful. The current procedure uses outdated tools that cause discomfort and inefficiency for both patients and clinicians. IUAide combines gentle stabilization, local anesthesia, and real-time placement feedback into one easy-to-use device. Through this project, ReFem will […]

The growing urgency to combat climate change has driven major interest in technologies that can capture and convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into useful fuels and chemicals. Electrochemical CO2 conversion is a focus area in carbon capture and utilization storage (CCUS) as a potential disruptive technology for a circular carbon economy, including decarbonization of chemical manufacturing, […]

Many patients with mood disorders, which include major depression and bipolar disorder, continue to experience symptoms even after receiving treatment. Traditional research methods have helped improve care but often don’t reflect the realities of clinical practice, which slows progress in applying research to improve services. This project aims to support St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) […]

DiamondAI and McMaster University are working together to create a secure and scalable software interface, called an API, that connects DiamondAI’s career guidance platform with the online systems used by schools and colleges. DiamondAI helps students and newcomers understand their strengths and interests through personalized assessments powered by artificial intelligence. Right now, most schools use […]

This project aims to advance a clean technology that uses an electrodialysis process to remove acidity from seawater while producing green hydrogen. Using seawater and renewable electricity, the system removes excess acidity, encouraging ocean carbon uptake. The result is de-acidified seawater capable of absorbing more carbon dioxide, while simultaneously producing green hydrogen as a valuable […]

EBSCO improves the dissemination of high-quality, clinically relevant content to healthcare providers through DynaMed, their online clinical textbook that is constantly being updated as new research is published. This process includes many experts and has many steps. McMaster University’s Health Information Research Unit’s (HiRU) literature surveillance program filters medical research studies and passes them to […]

This project aims to develop a high-resolution and high-speed microscope for capturing fast cellular biological interactions and processes. CoVision, a custom microscope instrumentation company, will directly work with the research fellow to develop and build this custom system. This includes designing the commercial grade packaging, sourcing components, and development of the user interface to be […]

Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a series of hereditary skin fragility conditions, currently without a cure, that are characterized by fragile skin that is prone blister formation in response to minor friction or trauma. Existing wound dressings are often too abrasive and/or stiff to effectively treat this condition without compromising healing, demanding new materials solutions to […]

Electrified vehicles (EV), which include hybrid, battery, plug-in, and fuel cell technologies, will be critical in helping lower emissions, reduce fossil fuel usage, and help mitigate climate change. The next generation of EVs will require significantly improved powertrains, components, and associated control technologies. The proposed project will research and develop components, architectures, and systems that […]

In the health technology assessment (HTA) process, cost- effectiveness analysis gets more attention, however over last decade, the budget impact analysis (BIA) has certainly become more important to the subsequent steps, including the adoption decision. The first Canadian BIA Guidelines was published by Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB) in 2007. According to the results […]

In the absence of a standardized approach to patient assessment in community paramedicine programs, it is difficult to determine if these programs are helping patients when comparing one to another. Governments across Canada have invested in community paramedicine as an approach to provide care for patients in their homes rather than transporting them to the […]

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