Evaluation of MRI-based estimation of cortical thickness

The most important structure in the human brain is the cerebral cortex. It makes it possible to perceive our visual environment and sounds, to perform motoric actions such as grasping an object, to speak, to understand speech, etc. The cerebral cortex is a 2-5 mm thick sheet, embedded in the skull. Analysis of MRI data […]

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An evaluation of alternatives to diesel fuel for use in Canada’s class 8 heavy-duty vehicles.

Canada has committed to combatting climate change. To do this, Canada must find ways to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the country’s most polluting sectors. Transportation accounts for roughly a quarter of the country’s total GHG emissions, and though electric vehicles have been identified as a promising strategy for passenger vehicles, a viable alternative […]

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Définition et étude d’une solution permettant le partage et la mutualisation des chargements entre transporteurs routiers.

Le transport routier est un vieux domaine industriel, qui fait face à une augmentation de production. En effet, les besoins de livraison sont grandissants et la flexibilité qu’offre le transport routier participent au choix de l’utilisation de celui-ci. Or ce secteur ne parvient pas à augmenter considérablement sa productivité et reste le type de transport […]

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Parallel Computing with Graphics Processing Units to Reduce Computational Overhead Associated with Math Simulations and Predictive Model Building

The objective of this project is to reduce the run time of computationally demanding simulation and modeling tasks at the partner organization. The project involves porting several computer algorithms to massively parallel hardware graphics devices that can be programmed using a widely available development platform. Improvements in performance on these computing tasks have direct implications […]

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Lifelike simulation tool for surgical training purposes

The specific aim of this project is to design and manufacture affordable, high fidelity, and high quality synthetic surgical training models of diseased valves and arteries to simulate the possible surgical options such as prolapse mitral valve reconstruction surgeries, aortic valve repair for aortic insufficiencies (novel idea) and coronary and radial arteries [side to side […]

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Helmet testing and impact modeling: an approach to better understand the problematic of concussion in short track speed skating

The sport of short track speed skating is an extremely fast paced sport, in which multiple skaters, reaching speeds upwards of 50 km/h, jockey for position on a narrow track. Although skaters wear protective equipment and helmets, concussions continue to plague the health of athletes. Currently, there are no statistics on the ratesand prevalence of […]

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Identification de marqueurs de stress biologiques chez Chionoecetes opilio, pour vérifier la qualité du crabe des neiges de la pêche au débarquement

Le crabe des neiges est la deuxième pêche plus importante en terme de valeur, après celle au homard, dans les provinces maritimes. Ce projet de recherche consiste à la caractérisation de molécules capables de nous indiquer de manière fiable, qu’un crabe des neiges est en situation de stress. Ces molécules ou marqueurs seront utiles dans […]

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Therapeutic Intervention of Cannabinoids in a Pre-Clinical Rat Model of PTSD

National Legalization of Cannabis has occurred in Canada. Very little is known about the different compounds in the Cannabis Plant. The two main compounds are THC and CBD. Both of them have shown some benefits for different conditions. We would like to determine the best dose and ratio of compounds within the Cannabis plant for […]

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Validation and Injury Risk Module Development for a Video-Based Physical Demands Description Tool

Benefit payments totaled 2.5 billion dollars for Ontario workplaces in 2015. The most common injury resulting in a lost time claim was a strain or sprain – indicating despite massive efforts to reduce musculoskeletal injuries by ergonomists, these issues still have a significant financial burden on the economy. An easy-to-use, readily available, and automated physical […]

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