L2M – Valorization of wood pulp for sustainable insulation foams

The project focuses on creating and marketing a sustainable insulation foam made of pulp wood, replacing traditional materials like polyurethane and expanded polystyrene. This eco-friendly substitute aligns with the global demand for sustainable products, particularly in the building and insulation sectors.

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L2M – Novel deep brain stimulation device for the treatment of neurological disorders based on magnetic nanocomposite technology

Globally, neurological conditions are the second highest cause of death and the leading cause of disability, affecting 40% of the population to some extent, a number expected to double in the next two decades. The vast landscape of neurological disorders are combated with various approaches: pharmacological, therapeutic, and surgery; however, the WHO warns that with […]

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Data Analytics to Aid Decision Making in the Mining Industry

Machine learning (ML) has become an indispensable tool in the mining industry, significantly enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring safety, and optimizing resource management. Its ability to process and analyze large datasets is pivotal in facilitating informed decision-making and reducing operational costs. This project leverages data analytics to augment mining operations planning, with two primary objectives: 1. […]

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Membraneless Electrolyzer for Low-cost Hydrogen Production

A membraneless electrolyzer, as the name suggests, eliminates the requirement of the membrane, and a microchannel flow-based separation of the gas products is attained to obtain pure hydrogen. Unlike PEMWE, membraneless electrolyzers have fewer components consisting of a microchannel encompassing a pair of electrodes, thereby showcasing high resiliency and increased operational lifetime. This translates to […]

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Monitoring Marsh Extent and Vegetation Composition in British Columbia’s South Coast using Remote Sensing and Machine/Deep Learning Models

Coastal salt marshes, such as those in southern British Columbia (BC), offer valuable ecosystem services, including providing habitats for various plant, fish, and bird species, protecting shorelines from storm surges and erosion, and sequestering and storing carbon to mitigate climate change. However, this low-lying system is under threat due to rising sea levels and human […]

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Genomic detection and monitoring of the Dutch elm disease

The research proposed will address the need for tools that can provide rapid and accurate identification of the pathogens that cause Dutch elm disease. This will address the first General Area of Research to develop forest pest management products as well as the fourth General Area of Research to develop forest pest management strategies. Development […]

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A Qualitative Examination of the Utility of Case Formulation and Scenario Planning in Structured Professional Judgment

This study will examine the decision-making processes of evaluators when engaging in risk management planning for cases of intimate partner violence (IPV). Threat assessment professionals will be recruited to participate in in-depth interviews and will be presented with a gold standard IPV risk assessment report prepared using the Spousal Assault Risk Assessment Guide – Version […]

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Hyperspectral Intelligence Go to Market Plan Development

HII is at an inflection point in their growth. Upon raising sufficient capital, the organization would like to expand their market share in new and existing markets. The company requires a well thought out go to market plan to set the path forward in their sales growth. This plan will include in-depth market and business […]

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Asset-Based Community Enterprise Development in Bolivia

This cross-sectoral research project will track the process of supporting four nascent community-based enterprises (CBEs) in indigenous communities in the Bolivian highlands, examining the complex interaction of factors that contribute to successful CBEs. The four cases will provide a test of an innovative “Community-Based Enterprise Development Model” (CBED Model) as a method to facilitate and […]

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