Wolves as indicators of ecosystem services in Wolf Lake First Nation traditional lands

Understanding the interplay among the diverse values that provide ecological services is an important research undertaking. Objectives of the proposed research are to examine the interaction between landscape-scale wildlife and carbon values and to investigate the use of wolves as foci for ecotourism activities. Internship objectives are: 1) estimation of wolf and prey densities through […]

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Passing-through I-plates-to-RHS moment resisting connections using LCT (Laser Cutting Technology)

The collaborative effort between INSA Rennes and the University of Toronto will center around advancing research related to beam/column joints with passing-through plates-to-SHS connections, where the SHS column is infilled with concrete. This collaboration seeks to leverage the expertise and unique contributions of both institutions to address the gaps in current knowledge, especially in the […]

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Virtual Forest to Reduce Social Anxiety

We aim to evaluate a virtual reality (VR) application and refine another VR prototype design to reduce social anxiety. The first application is a virtual forest where users can navigate through a calming forest and engage in activities like guided meditation and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) exercises. We will evaluate the usability of this application in […]

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Processes of resilience and functional recovery among transition-age youth with serious mental illness: Exploring mechanisms of action within an integrated youth mental health service context

The proposed project will support an international collaboration between researchers at the University of Toronto and the University of Melbourne / Orygen. As an integrated youth mental health service centre, built by top researchers leading mental health service reform internationally, Orygen provides an optimal setting to conduct research into complex processes of resilience and functional […]

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Beyond the Basics: Developing an Advanced Platform for Wellbeing Measurement

This project is about understanding and keeping track of personal wellbeing over time. While wellbeing apps have helped people closely monitor various aspects of their lives, there’s still a challenge in effectively using this data for self-improvement. I’ll work with UpBeing to determine the best ways to measure wellbeing and identify factors contributing to improved […]

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Semantic Gait Parameter Extraction from Video Data Using Generative Models

This study addresses the challenge faced by children with severe motor impairments in acquiring proficient powered wheelchair (PW) skills for independent locomotion. Traditional means, such as joysticks, may not be suitable, prompting exploration of brain-computer interface (BCI)-based PWs. However, limited research exists in the pediatric realm due to developing brains and a lack of tailored […]

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Development of soil quality guidelines for use in health risk assessments of contaminated pipeline compressor station sites

Intrinsik has identified a number of key chemical-pathway combinations that are missing environmental quality guidelines but frequently required for evaluating risks at pipeline compressor stations. With support from senior scientific personnel at Intrinsik, the intern will used environmental risk assessments methods to develop risk-based environmental quality guidelines that are relevant to the land use scenario(s) […]

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Broker Factors as Predictors of Mortgage Deal Success

Home Trust is a mid-size bank that provides innovative solutions to its customers. Home Trust provides mortgages for different property purchases including single-family dwellings, condominiums, duplexes, triplexes, store and apartment and rental properties. The process of funding a mortgage involves several interactions between Home Trust, brokers, underwriters, and the customer. We are committed to make […]

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