Virtual reality surgery simulation is an emerging technology in surgeon training to train surgical motor skills in virtual environments. This technology reduces the need for training on patients, cadavers, and animals, and enables objective evaluation of the skill acquisition process in a systematic manner. Although this technology has attracted a great deal of interest in […]

The project being undertaken by the intern will be to develop a sustainability strategy/plan in the form of a report for the host organization’s Okpik Arctic Village. This report will be developed by the intern as they gain important and relevant information though consultations with related stakeholders, conducting environmental impact assessments (based on fuel consumption, […]

Preterm birth (PTB) is the leading cause of death in twin pregnancies. A variety of parameters, such as cervical length, maternal medical history, demographics, and obstetric characteristics all have been shown to affect the risk of PTB. However, the relationship is not obvious. Early prediction of PTB in these pregnancies can assist physicians in identifying […]

imagineNATIVE is the world’s largest presenter of Indigenous screen content. They have been recognized globally for their innovative programming and as the global centre for Indigenous media arts, known most prominently for the imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival that takes place annually in October. As a subsector within the creative industries, the film industry […]

Founded in Montreal in 1846, Laurentian Bank helps families, businesses and communities thrive. Today, we have over 2,800 employees working together as One Team, to provide a broad range of financial services and advice-based solutions for customers across Canada and the United States. We drive results by placing our customers first, making the better choice, […]

At Onova, we help large companies and institutions empower their employees to create new innovative products and solutions. We help set up a culture of innovation and impact, all while leverage design sprint methodologies and startup mindsets to do so. Additionally, as a business we, ourselves, create new startup solutions that drive positive impact in […]

The abradable rub strip (ARS) material’s main function is to minimize the clearance between blade tips and the fan case, thereby increasing the overall engine efficiency. Under tensile and compressive loading, the abradable material behaves different, and has a significant post-failure compaction under compressive loading. Therefore, its characterization is complex and requires a wide range […]

This project is intended on focusing on the recovery of live music and art events that have been negatively impacted by the affects of the COVID19 pandemic. Enhancing the audience experience is going to be the main focus of Wavelength as they prepare to offer in-person events in spring 2022. The intern will contribute to […]

The proposed research will identify the dominant drivers of rising chloride concentrations in streams within the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) jurisdiction. The TRCA monitors stream water quality at 47 stations and data suggest that chloride concentrations are increasing. Previous research has identified urban growth and the subsequent application of road salt in wintertime […]

The implementation of digital management tools will provide an enhanced user experience for community members accessing our facility. The pandemic highlighted the inequalities associated with digital access at home particularly within the education system. With 85% of our program participants identifying as Black youth, Nia Centre’s goal is to safely provide those accessing our facility […]

Fall for Dance North is looking to improve its audience engagement, digital transformation, and create a sustainable hybridization model. Addressing these concerns will help ensure this festival is accessible, engaging, and able to withstand future events that may disrupt the festival.

VanWyn Inc., an engineering company based in Hamilton, Ontario, is developing a game-changing technology that will make possible vastly more data transfer (superior to 5G networks), along with wireless communication that cannot be intercepted by anyone other than the intended receiver, radically changing the world of cyber security. This new device will also finally make […]