The proposed project will compare different ways of turning seaweed into eco-friendly fertilizers by using a life cycle assessment (LCA) approach that includes uncertainty and regional differences. This research will help identify the most sustainable and scalable production methods, contributing to climate-smart agriculture and reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers. The collaboration between the University of […]

The proposed project aims to develop sustainable cellulose-based aerogels containing conductive materials like MXenes and graphene for electromagnetic interference shielding and energy storage applications. By exploring interfacial assembly mechanisms through advanced characterization techniques available at CEMES-CNRS, such as in-situ electron microscopy and Raman spectroscopy, the research will clarify how these materials form structured aerogels. Understanding […]

Indoor air pollution has become a growing concern, especially in homes, schools, offices, and healthcare facilities where people spend most of their time. Existing commercial air purifiers are often limited in function, focusing on removing specific pollutants while requiring frequent manual filter replacements. Many are not compatible with HVAC systems and often produce noise and […]

Cement manufacturing is responsible for approximately 8% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to all gas-powered passenger vehicles on the road today. The primary emissions source is the high-temperature decomposition of limestone, a process deeply embedded in traditional cement production. Forge Climate is tackling this challenge with a novel, electricity-driven solution: the cement electrolyzer. Powered by […]

This research project supports the development of the NEXT experiment in Groningen, which studies rare, short-lived atomic nuclei important for understanding how the heaviest elements in the universe are formed. These special nuclei, produced in high-energy reactions, are difficult to make and study due to their low production rates and short lifetimes. The intern will […]

This project will support the advancement of a new medical device designed to assist cardiac surgeons and interventional cardiologists during and after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) procedures. When patients receive bypass grafts, clinicians often need to perform follow-up angiograms to assess whether the grafts are functioning properly. The new device being developed is designed […]

This project aims to explore the commercial potential of the Smart Sock, a wearable medical device developed at University of British Columbia that provides comfortable, at-home compression therapy for people at risk of blood clots. Unlike bulky or hard-to-use devices currently on the market, the Smart Sock is soft, portable, and designed to help patients, […]

Since our company was founded, IndigenousTech.ai Corporation (IndigenousTech.ai) has focused on improving the quality of life for Indigenous peoples living on reserve. To advance economic development, self-determination, and reconciliation of Indigenous communities in Canada, our company offers financial literacy training, housing reviews, credit projects, implementations of new technologies for remote communities, professional skills, and mentorship […]

This project, in partnership with Veritree, aims to develop a standardized socioeconomic index to assess the social impact of ecological restoration projects in regions such as East Africa, Brazil, and Senegal. While environmental outcomes of restoration are well-documented, the social benefits, such as improvements in wellbeing, livelihoods, and community resilience, are often harder to measure. […]

IgnitePlay is developing a social media package which will make healthier living more fun and easier. An important component of this package is a social game and reward system that encourages users to make changes in their lifestyle. This project will involve the development of a game design (in terms of a prototype or series […]

This research project will support rural communities in Mongolia by creating climate change education and training materials tailored to their unique environment and way of life. Many herders and farmers in Mongolia face serious challenges due to extreme weather and changing climates, which affect their land, water, and food. Working with the ECCO-FARM project, the […]

The City of Burnaby is developing the Burnaby Strategies and Actions for Earthquake Resilience (B-SAFER) to address the growing threat of seismic hazards through scenario-based risk modeling, planning, and policy development. Located in one of the most seismically active zones in Canada, Burnaby is exposed to both large-scale subduction events (e.g., Cascadia) and shallow crustal […]