This project aims to develop and evaluate layer-by-layer nanofiltration (LbL-NF) membranes for the recovery of rare earth elements (REEs) from acidic solutions of secondary waste. The research will involve fabricating charged membrane layers on commercially available ultrafiltration supports and testing their ability to concentrate solutions of REEs while maintaining high permeability under acidic conditions. Building […]

This study focuses on parameter estimation for passive and non-operational satellites. With the increase in space technologies, space-related activities have expanded and the number of satellites has grown accordingly; as a result, non-operational satellites and potentially hazardous space debris have emerged. Information about these space objects is mostly obtained through measurements conducted from ground-based platforms. […]

The proposed research focuses on improving road safety by studying how drivers react when encountering pedestrians in mixed traffic conditions. While most existing studies emphasize pedestrian behavior, little is known about how drivers respond in these situations. To address this gap, the project will use a driving simulator that replicates a real 5.5 km road […]

Inuit communities are reliant on sea ice travel to hunt and fish to get nutritious food and maintain their culture. Search and Rescue incidents are on the rise with changing sea ice conditions due to climate change. Information to support Inuit travel needs at community scales are currently limited in Inuit Nunangat (Simonee et al., […]

NeviSight is an AI-powered platform that transforms retinal imaging into faster, more accurate, and more accessible eye disease detection. Designed as a decision-support tool, it aims to integrate seamlessly with existing fundus cameras and clinical workflows, providing clinicians with real-time lesion segmentation and risk insights. Our completed prototype combines a proprietary hybrid AI model with […]

The internship project, performed in collaboration with a theorist group at the University of Calgary, will demonstrate the decoy-state approach to analyze simple – but non-trivial – circuits with 2-3 inputs and outputs utilizing bulk photonics components. The intern will assist the team with building a setup and perform the measurements needed for the analysis. […]

This project will focus on the production of new molecules with a focus towards producing highly sensitive sensors for biogenic amines. Biogenic amines are molecules produced in food when they spoil, and can be used to identify spoilage within food. This technology is a promising strategy for the reduction of food waste as well as […]

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a fatal neurodegenerative disease that causes progressive loss of motor neurons, muscle weakness, paralysis, and eventual death. The disease affects males and females differently. A key feature of ALS is immune system dysfunction in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and outside, in peripheral blood. This study aims […]

Our primary mandate at API is to advance basic research and innovation to commercialization by providing access to world-class industry expertise, services, and infrastructure. Our activities focuses on engaging and supporting drug discovery and development initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving innovation and commercialization through collaborative research and clinical studies. The project aims […]

Polyurethane is a flammable polymer that can release toxic gases when exposed to fire, restricting their application in areas such as pipe liners. This project aims to develop fire-proof polyurethane composites pipe liners with a long cycle time and good stability in harsh environments. Given the increasing demand for advanced materials in industry, we will […]

Iron deficiency is the most common and widespread nutritional disorder in the world. It is the leading cause of anemia (insufficient red blood cells in the body to transport oxygen to tissues) and can result in cognitive impairments such as poor memory, attention, and concentration as well as weakened immunity and susceptibility to infections. Although […]

Microbial life forms complex communities that sustain all other living organisms on our planet. These microbial communities can colonize various environments, from inside our intestinal tract to the extreme Arctic Ocean. The set of genes in these communities is called the microbiome, and its components determine the health or disease of humans and natural ecosystems. […]