Rapid urbanization has triggered a global surge in the construction of high-rise buildings, necessitating their robust designs to withstand the impact of natural hazards, such as earthquakes and strong winds. In response to this challenge, innovative strategies are being explored to mitigate the deformations and accelerations imparted on high-rise structures by these natural hazards. One […]

The project focuses on creating and marketing a sustainable insulation foam made of pulp wood, replacing traditional materials like polyurethane and expanded polystyrene. This eco-friendly substitute aligns with the global demand for sustainable products, particularly in the building and insulation sectors.

This project will determine what safe by-products are being created by the air pollution, including Carbon Dioxide, that RainIons is transforming/reducing with the unique materials and coating, what the mechanism of action is (e.g., how it’s occurring), and help RainIons optimize their technology for production. The project has three phases: • Phase 1: Determine what […]

The Lheidli T’enneh Health Center is partnering with Melissa Bates, a UNBC graduate student, and Dr. Margot Parkes, a UNBC associate professor in the School of Health Sciences, to explore how connections to the environment are good for the community and the land, from the perspective of Lheidli T’enneh community members. This includes supporting land-based […]

This project will explore the interactions between water’s molecular structure and light, and use this knowledge to study the behaviour of proteins within the water sample. The intern will collect data using near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), which can provide insight into what a sample contains based on how different materials absorb light. Samples with a high […]

The project focuses on studying the physicochemical characteristics of cyclone-collected PM2.5 in urban environments. Utilizing advanced techniques like Energy-dispersive X-ray fluorescence (EDXRF) and X-ray absorption fine structure spectroscopy (XAFS), the research aims to provide insights into the composition of fine particulate matter, including metals with varying toxicities such as chromium. The innovative methodology involves cyclonic […]

This study investigates the adsorption of semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOCs) in an experimental chamber, focusing on humidity effects and adsorptive site accessibility. Essential for workplace safety in indoor settings, this research tackles the complex dynamics of SVOCs like phthalates and flame retardants, often found in low concentrations but posing significant health hazards. The project highlights […]

This study will assess the behaviour, physiology, reproduction and survival of individual birds breeding on reclaimed mine tailings and waste rock, and will provide a robust measure of the effectiveness of reclamation efforts on the Highland Valley Copper operating area. By examining a range of life-history traits in two ecologically distinct species, and comparing birds […]

This study will assess the behaviour, physiology, reproduction and survival of individual birds breeding on reclaimed mine tailings and waste rock, and will provide a robust measure of the effectiveness of reclamation efforts on the Highland Valley Copper operating area. By examining a range of life-history traits in two ecologically distinct species, and comparing birds […]

The proposal aims to develop a new technology that modifies forest residue such as logs and lumber into value-added wood products. British Columbia (BC) has an abundance of residual fiber from clear-cut logging, which includes small diameter logs, branches, and underutilized wood species such as aspen logs. The goal is to support BC’s wood industry’s […]

This research addresses the vibration performance of mass timber floors, which is crucial for their structural design and maximum allowable span. As mass timber construction is relatively new, there is a lack of specific design guidance, especially for floors with beam supports and concrete toppings. Our goal is to assess the vibration serviceability of a […]

This project aims to identify the effects of human activities, particularly logging and mineral exploration, on mammals that live in the Tsay Keh Dene (TKD) Nation Territory. We plan to use a method called environmental DNA (eDNA), which involves detecting genetic material from animals in the environment, to understand how much logging and at what […]