Injuries and concussions are common in soccer and can result in time loss from sport. To prevent injuries and concussions we must first understand the burden and risk factors for injury. Therefore the purpose of this four year study is to: 1) understand the burden of injury and concussion; 2) risk factors for injury and […]

The increase in energy demand and global warming are prompting researchers to turn to renewable energies. Lignocellulosic biomass is projected to be among the strategic renewable energy sources by 2035. In addition to biofuels, the biomass transformation produces other value-added materials, prominently carbon materials (e.g., graphite, graphene) with extraordinary properties, which are a potential class […]

La culture de la pomme de terre est affectée par une maladie d’origine bactérienne, la gale commune. Les pommes de terre atteintes sévèrement par cette maladie ne peuvent être distribuées et dans les différents marchés de la pomme de terre au Canada et dans le monde. Certaines bactéries dites bénéfiques peuvent atténuer les symptômes de […]

Dairy fermented products receive a lot of attention from consumers. An issue of dairy fermented foods, especially cheese, is a potential development of bitter taste. A main protein in milk is casein proteins. This family of proteins contains much higher contents of proline, which shows very bitter taste in its peptide forms. During fermentation, casein […]

Highway infrastructure across Canada is a key national asset that is critical to the mobility and economic prosperity of Canadians. Unfortunately, maintaining highway infrastructure is is a costly and resource draining endeavour. Provincial transportation agencies dedicate billions of dollars to the process on an annual basis. In current practice inspecting the conditions of highway infrastructure […]

Maritime shipping currently emits 2.89% of the world greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and it is estimated that the sector will reach the road transportation level by 2060. International environmental regulations push the industry to lower their GHG emissions, but the feasibility and viability of future green energy is uncertain. Shore power, also known as cold […]

The project will enhance the economics of Ekona’s patented pulsed methane pyrolysis (PMP) reactor. The PMP process allows for co-generation of hydrogen and Carbon Black with 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional methods. However, the yield and quality of CB produced via the PMP is uncertain. The goal of the research partnership […]

Ki-67 is a promising biomarker in breast cancer and the Ki-67 labeling index, or the percentage of Ki-67-positive cells, has great prognostic potential particularly in carcinomas of the breast. To overcome the challenges of manual calculation of ki67 proliferation index, in this project we will design and develop computational pathology and artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms […]

Today, the manufacturing industry is facing a very rapid revolution. The end users of products can order at any time, in any quantity and always with very short delivery times. The shopping digitalization dramatically changes the consumption landscape in a global competition environment. Consequently, the industry is forced to adapt the way they are producing. […]

Electric Vehicles (EVs), which have zero tailpipe emissions, are an innovative and proven alternative transportation solution for regions with a low-emission electricity grid mix. However, most studies to date are motivated by increasing market penetration of private EVs, and they generally focus on the distribution of charging points across the transportation network. Battery-electric buses (e-buses) […]

The “Forest Management Hydrological Modeling Tool” ARD project will create a scientifically-sound, web-hosted hydrological modelling application for inter-provincial use in Alberta and BC by GIS foresters, forestry consultants & planners to investigate the cumulative effects of proposed forest development and climate change on hydrological indicators of concern in a watershed. Selkirk College will partner with […]

Pea protein is an excellent alternative to animal protein for consumers that are concerned with the environmental, ethical, or health implications of animal agriculture. Unfortunately, many consumers can not make dietary choices that align with their other concerns as pea protein has several undesirable traits impeding consumers from adopting pea protein into their diets. These […]