This research project aims to develop an innovative blood test for earlier detection of an important subtype of lung tumors, known as neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs). Unfortunately, these tumors are too often diagnosed late and are difficult to treat. Our approach is to exploit a specific characteristic of neoplasms: tumor cells adapt the way they generate […]

The objective of this research project is to design, fabricate and test a prototype wireless power transmission system that uses a thermophotovoltaic (TPV) system to receive the power beam. By using a TPV system as the receiver (instead of a photovoltaic cell) the electromagnetic radiation can have almost any wavelength. This opens a broad range […]

As an anti-inflammatory drug has been recently approved to prevent heart attacks in heart disease patients, specific blood tests are needed to guide the application of such drugs. There is currently no blood test to identify patients who may benefit from this drug. This project aims to evaluate the accuracy of a current clinical blood […]

This research project aims to develop a comprehensive predictive framework for heat treatment furnaces to enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and environmental sustainability. The project focuses on creating a data preprocessing pipeline tailored for big machinery sensor data, innovative AI-enabled anomaly detection models, real-time furnace operation analysis, and quality prediction models. Key objectives include obtaining […]

Positron emission tomography (PET) imaging is an imaging technique used for the early detection of tumors and metastases, and plays an important role in diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning. PET imaging relies on radiotracers (molecules with a radioisotope attached) that selectively accumulate in tumors and can be detected by a PET scanner. Thus, the discovery […]

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Many young people slip through gaps in care and do not access the eating disorder treatment they need as adults. The purpose of this study is to assess a program that uses peer mentors to help guide youth during their transition from youth into adult eating disorder care. Peer mentors have lived experience with EDs, […]

Cannabigerol (CBG) and Cannabichromene (CBC), like tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), are chemical compounds called cannabinoids that are traditionally found in cannabis plants. Prior research has shown that these compounds display pain-relieving and anti-anxiety properties. However, the mechanisms of how these effects happen are unknown. This project, in collaboration with Westleaf Labs LP, will examine […]

The City of Vernon’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) aligns with British Columbia’s CleanBC Roadmap 2030, aiming for significant GHG reductions by the year 2050. With an expected population increase of 20,000 by 2045, Vernon’s updated Housing Action Plan (HAP) must analyze the GHG impacts of new housing developments to meet CAP targets while balancing affordability. […]

Le réchauffement climatique apporte son lot de défi. Les infrastructures vertes, telles que les plantations d’arbres, peuvent offrir un potentiel de séquestration du carbone, mais aussi d’atténuation des impacts négatifs. Ce stage s’inscrit dans le cadre du projet Demain la Forêt qui évalue le potentiel d’implantation d’infrastructures vertes dans des coulées agricoles au Québec. Les […]

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 […]

Public and asset safety is essential for operation of electric utilities. In this project, risk assessment of public and asset safety around AC transmission line structures is proposed. It can be investigated through two aspects: 1) Public safety around AC transmission line structures during power line faulty conditions; and 2) Corrosion rates of transmission line […]