Solid-state hydrogen storage in MgH2 has strong potential due to its high energy density, but it is limited by technical constraints. Dehydrogenation requires high temperatures (300–400?°C), which are unsuitable for many applications, and the hydrogen release kinetics remain slow because of the low diffusion within the crystalline structure. To address these challenges, our project adopts […]

This project will develop new bio-based materials to support the removal of persistent organic pollutants from water using light-driven processes. The research will focus on creating porous, plant-protein-based aerogels that can act as stable platforms for immobilizing photocatalytic materials, making them easier to handle, recover, and reuse in water treatment applications. By combining these bio-derived […]

The Educator Experience is a Canadian-based professional development platform designed to support new and emerging post-secondary educators through online learning resources, applied training, and a nationally accessible podcast focused on educator experiences and practice. During Phase 1 (November–March), the project team completed foundational research, needs analysis, and strategic planning to design a private, membership-based podcast […]

Most technology engages our eyes and ears, rarely our sense of touch. When a phone vibrates or a steering wheel buzzes, the goal is to alert us, not to guide us. Yet in daily life, touch guides our actions. Turning off an alarm in the dark, for example, relies on tactile feedback to find the […]

This project aims to integrate cellulose nanocrystals into commercial dry-film antimicrobial coating formulations as a replacement for talc. Ideally, the incorporation of CNCs will lead to concurrent improvements in dry-film durability and long-term antimicrobial efficacy without negatively impacting film appearance or functional performance. As necessary, CNC surface modifications will be explored to improve compatibility with […]

Infrastructure is facing significant environmental effects and climate change effects, compound by service conditions, which lead to rapid deterioration of bridges or marine structures for example. Corrosion of steel reinforcement in concrete structures is perhaps the main concern. Fiberglass reinforcing bars emerged as a promising alternative to steel bars and offer far better durability due […]

This project explores how international teaching programs between Canadian universities and Antiguan schools can be designed in ways that are fair, respectful, and beneficial for everyone involved. The research focuses on the Antigua Champions for Health (ACH) program, where Canadian student-teachers work with Antiguan schools to support health and physical education. By listening to both […]

This project will test how well different DNA-based therapies work in the brain and body using a mouse model. Mice will receive either a high or low dose of the therapy, and their response will be tracked through imaging, blood tests, and tissue analysis. The goal is to measure how much of the DNA reaches […]

The proposed project outlines a collaboration between researchers at Queen’s University and engineers at Bombardier Inc. In this collaboration, researchers would develop new computational tools and methods for designing quiet aircraft with considerations for the total weight of the aircraft. The proposed Mitacs internships will strengthen collaboration efforts between Queen’s and Bombardier and facilitate use […]

This project aims to democratize access to advanced surgical navigation by developing an open-source, AI-enabled training and guidance system for ultrasound-guided kidney procedures. Built entirely within the free 3D Slicer platform, the system combines real-time tracking and deep-learning segmentation to help trainees and clinicians visualize kidney structures and plan safer, more precise punctures. The collaboration […]

This project will create a new framework that combines process simulations with environmental, economic, and social life cycle assessments to evaluate the sustainability of metal production and recycling processes. By extending current methods beyond environmental analysis to also include costs and social impacts, the project will provide a more complete understanding of how new metallurgical […]

Spine surgery often requires real-time X-ray images to guide surgical tools safely around delicate structures. However, using X-rays continuously during long operations can expose both patients and medical staff to unnecessary radiation. One way to reduce this risk is to use saved X-ray images for navigation rather than continuous exposure; however, this requires precise tool […]