Virtual Home Staging with Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI)

This proposal aims to revolutionize the process of virtual home staging by using advanced technology called Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). Traditional staging, which involves professionals arranging furniture and decorations in a home to make it more attractive to buyers, can be expensive and time-consuming. By harnessing GenAI, we can speed up this process and reduce […]

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Machine Learning developer intern working with Financial Services in the private sector to develop and commercialize AI-powered solutions (1)

AltaML builds artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled solutions to business problems. We work with organisations, bringing together their data and domain expertise with our AI expertise, to develop AI solutions that are deployed in their operations. We also commercialize AI-enabled products business via industry-specific ventures, yielding scalability from our investment in the first solution. Competition for tech […]

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Short-term streamflow forecasting for the Oldman River

The proposed research project aims to develop accurate and user-friendly models to forecast daily streamflow for the Oldman River in Alberta. This project will involve using advanced machine learning methods, such as Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs), Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost), and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM), to improve the reliability of streamflow predictions. By enhancing the […]

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Statistical methods for data generated by biotechnologies

Biotechnological advancements are opening new doors in clinical and biological sciences by enabling in-depth exploration of disease markers and pathways that were previously unimaginable. However, these advancements bring data challenges due to the complexity and vast amount of information involved. Traditional analysis methods often fall short in capturing the dynamic nature of biological processes, usually […]

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GenAI for Digital Personality Modelling

Humans and animals have emotions linked to an individual’s personality traits, which becomes obvious when looking into the pet and pet-owner interactions. With the advancement of Generative AI, research suggests that it is possible to replicate individuals’ behaviors digitally so that avatars can engage in game-plays and platforms like digital twins and metaverse, for entertainments […]

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Using Process and Realist Evaluation to Explore Components of an Arts-based Program Intervention in an Acute Care Hospital Setting

The Artists on the Wards (AOW) program, introduced over 20 years ago, offers free arts sessions (music, visual, and literary) to patients and healthcare staff at the University of Alberta Hospital and Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute. The program, run by compassionate artists, aims to improve well-being through attentive and responsive arts engagement. While participants report […]

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Optimizing the healthcare of refugees in Alberta through the evaluation of a principles-based care model: the New Canadians Health Centre

Refugees face multifaceted health needs, due to fleeing home, living in a refugee camp, and limited access to healthcare. Research underscores the need for comprehensive healthcare for refugees to foster long-term positive outcomes. Therefore, in 2021, the New Canadians Health Centre (NCHC) was established as a principles-based community health centre, with a mandate to provide […]

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Assessing the population biology and fishery dynamics of spot prawns (Pandalus platyceros) in Kitasoo/Xai’xais territory

As part of ongoing work developing community-based fisheries and associated co-management frameworks within their territory, the Kitasoo Xai’xais First Nation (KXFN) is interested in investigating the state of spot prawn populations and the commercial fishery dynamics within their territory, contextualised within the broader state of spot prawn populations in British Columbia. This information will form […]

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Environmental Scan of Canadian Investments in Youth Mentoring

Mentoring programs, at their core, are focused on offering youth social supports through relationships with caring adults and are well positioned to meet the need for human connection. Mentoring is a popular prevention and intervention strategy often used to promote young people’s overall positive development as well as to address specific challenges. Mentorship can have […]

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Formal and Informal Canadian Mentoring Research on Children and Youth

Canadian children and youth have been described as more socially engaged, educated, and diverse than previous generations, yet they also face unprecedented challenges. Youth are reporting social disconnection and mental health concerns at alarming rates. These challenges were higher for youth during the COVID-19 global pandemic, just as access to supports are limited – disproportionately […]

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Home Language Experiences in Immigration Families: Exploring the Language Challenges and Approaches of Young Adults in Canada

The proposed research project aims to understand how young adults from immigrant families in Canada maintain their home language while also learning English. A intern will help by recruiting participants, collecting and analyzing data through surveys and interviews, and developing a parenting program with community partner. The research will explore how factors like English proficiency, […]

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Visual Regression Testing of Video Games Using Foundation Models

During visual regression testing of video games, automated techniques are employed to identify visual bugs. Visual bugs can be detected by just looking at them, such as those related to texture and lighting, but also more complex ones like those related to the physics engine (such as a flying horse) that require common-sense reasoning. The […]

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