The multiple audio sequences matching problem can be regarded as a pattern identification problem with inputs of multiple highly fragmented audio sequences. Singular Software develops a product which employs a model-based alignment algorithm to match audio sequences on a common time line to solve this problem. This product relies on computationally intensive mathematical operations such […]

Ce projet s’attaque au délai de livraison d’un réseau de fabricants des meubles en bois avec la simulation informatique. L’objectif est de répondre aux deux questions suivantes; ‘et si l’entreprise enlève ou ajoute un tel produit de sa ligne de montage, diminuera-t-elle son temps de passage?’ et ‘et si les fournisseurs changent leurs aménagements, diminueront-t-ils […]

Many mineral ores are concentrated by froth flotation, a process that often uses toxic chemicals to selectively alter mineral surface properties. With increasing regulatory restrictions, the industry could face a dead end with no alternative reagents that are sufficiently efficient, low cost or environment friendly. It has been previously shown that peptides could selectively bind […]

This proposal aims to investigate vocal production by users of Med-El cochlear implants (CI), in response to feedback alteration of their voice pitch. The originality of this proposal is to shift the usual focus of CI research from perception to production. We feel that the history of Med-El research on pitch coding would strongly benefit […]

This work will build on the findings of the literature review conducted in Phase I. Phase II will focus on engaging people with experience of homelessness in vetting and refining inclusionary principles identified in Phase I and developing a draft inclusionary policy for the Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness.The work is also highly relevant […]

Au Canada, les truies gestantes devront être logées en groupe d’ici 2024. Cependant, l’hébergement en groupe implique des complications en termes de bien-être (instabilité sociale, agressions, blessures) et peut être associé à des baisses de performance (e.g. nombre de porcelets sevrés par truie) et des plus grands coûts de production. La génétique est souvent mise […]

This study aims to evaluate the instructor manuals of the Canadian Congenital Heart Alliance’s Fearless Physical Activity event. The hosts are provided with these manuals prior to each event session. These instructors will be provided with an evaluation checklist, and will be interviewed, post-event, to assess the instructor resources. The objective is to determine whether […]

Metafor is developing a new class of IT system management solutions and as a part of this, Metafor wants a method to show differences between multiple deployed instances of an application. Metafor would also like to have the ability to group many application in different clusters based on their structural similarities. We would like to […]

The project seeks to compile data from previous and current agricultural initiatives in northern and remote regions of Canada to determine which agricultural practices are most effective in these regions and to identify the knowledge gaps that hinder the efficacy of such initiatives. These practices and knowledge gaps will be elaborated upon using local knowledge […]

In recent years, globalization and increasing international traffic have allowed tree infecting micro-organisms and pests to colonize new forests and plantations. These invasions are a threat to global trade and the delicate ecological balance of our forests. Good examples are the Sudden Oak Death (SOD) outbreak caused by Phytophthora ramorum in California and the emerald […]

Le Québec est un important producteur d’or. Cette situation enviable provient en grande partie de la fertilité des roches. Néanmoins l’expertise, tant au niveau de l’exploration aurifère que de la mise en valeur, est un facteur déterminant pour cette production. Un élément fondamental, qui guide l’exploration vers des découvertes et une production éventuelle, réside dans […]

In nature, plants have evolved sophisticated defense mechanisms against insects, fungi, and other pests. When isolated, many of these chemicals have tremendous potential as natural pesticides, as they pose little threat to the environment, are non-toxic to the user, and are readily biodegradable. Recent research has determined a correlation between a novel compound found at […]