This project will validate an inclusive, wearable feedback system designed to support emotional regulation by detecting stress, mapping emotions, improving emotional communication, and preventing burnout and meltdowns. It is especially relevant for individuals with autism, ADHD, and sensory sensitivities, offering discreet, real-time feedback that enhances emotional awareness and expression. Grounded in ethical and inclusive design, […]

AllerEase is a personalized grocery recommendation tool that helps allergy-sensitive users shop safer and easier. It generates user-specific shopping lists based on allergy profiles and live product data. This project aims to refine matching logic and validate usability through real-world testing.

Mector is a user-friendly communication system designed to support seniors with dementia, helping them live independently at home while providing peace of mind to their family caregivers. Dementia often poses significant daily challenges, leaving family members feeling stressed and concerned about their loved one’s safety and well-being, especially when they are alone. Mector addresses these […]

SEEYA project addresses the growing global epidemic of childhood myopia, a condition that has reached alarming levels due to genetic impacts, urbanization, increased screen time and reduced outdoor activity. SEEYA advocates a fun way to see, and a new way to play! A series of innovative, engaging, and educational toy sets that promote balanced indoor […]

This application to MITACS supports the creation of an innovative mobile research lab. The Community Mobile Media Lab (CMML) is a purpose-designed mobile media production hub, which will house film production equipment that can be situated temporarily in communities we are collaborating with to explore innovative models of co-creation, training and mentorship. This infrastructure will […]

This application to MITACS supports the creation of an innovative mobile research lab. The Community Mobile Media Lab (CMML) is a purpose-designed mobile media production hub, which will house film production equipment that can be situated temporarily in communities we are collaborating with to explore innovative models of co-creation, training and mentorship. This infrastructure will […]

This research will explore ways the craft sector in Unama’ki: Cape Breton can adapt to become more sustainable. That exploration will inform the development of visually engaging resources and reports that will be shared broadly with artists, craftspeople, and others in the craft and culture sector.?This will include a toolkit, map of resources for craftspeople, […]

A digitalized method for finger dexterity test to evaluate and track neurological health base on daily activities, including a digital platform for finger dexterity assessment and a testing way base on the finger interaction between human hands, daily activities and wearables. This method can help XO Technology expand the application of motion analysis and wearable […]

This project aims to grow capacity in the Atlantic region for jewellery making and manufacture. Currently, a significant amount of jewellery and metal work is sent to other provinces or internationally. The intern and partners will work to engage local industry players to understand the scope of work they are doing, build capacity understanding in […]

Wonder’neath Art Society is an artist-run, charitable organization that brings professional artists and community together, encouraging and promoting art as a tool for expression, connection and social transformation. Through the Open Studio Program Wonder’neath provides access to professional artists, materials, art making activities and instruction. In 2020, Wonder’neath moved to a new and significantly larger […]

Canada, less than 4% of venture capital funds are invested in women-led companies. It is considered to be the largest tangible gender gap – period. Investoready is an online program of support for girls and women seeking to raise venture capital finance. Investoready is a learning, practice and feedback Console for women to assess their […]

Using a participatory action approach, this research will examine the potential of the ARTpreneurs program to support social connection, knowledge sharing, and skill building among young artists in the Atlantic region.