This project, in partnership with the Ahead of the Game Youth Mentoring Organization (AOTG), investigates how race influences the coach-athlete relationship, particularly in the context of sport-based youth mentorship for under-resourced Black youth in rural Nova Scotia. AOTG has been facilitating such programs for over a decade and has found that relevant and relatable coaches […]

The partner, PhyCo, is a marine biotechnology startup specializing in the development of sustainable, seaweed-based bioplastics for agricultural applications. The company collaborates with the Verschuren Centre for product development, including seaweed bioprocessing and extrusion methods for seaweed-derived biomaterials. The main activity of the partner involves exploring proprietary biorefinery (multi-step extraction) technologies, developing bioplastic formulations, and […]

Global fish and seafood consumption has increased, leading to large amounts of byproducts from fish markets and processing industries. Currently, the byproducts are used to produce fish meals or dumped into the ocean, causing suffocation and introducing diseases and noxious species. Other potential uses such as bioconversion into biostimulant for agricultural use. Fish are rich […]

This project aims to develop advanced hybrid cooling strategies for electric vehicle (EV) battery systems by integrating turbulence-enhanced flow control with passive air and active liquid cooling methods. Using an unsteady Reynolds-averaged Navier-Stokes k-omega model, the research will investigate the role of turbulence in improving heat dissipation, temperature uniformity, and overall thermal performance. By combining […]

The increasing severity of climate change and glacial pace of emissions reform is requiring the development of new strategies for atmospheric CO2 drawdown. One of the approaches that has been gaining traction is Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE), a method that increases the physical absorption of atmospheric CO2 into the ocean by dispersing alkaline materials in […]

Our current research is focused on homework policies, how teachers enact such policies, and how homework impacts family life. Extending that work into this proposed MITACS research project, we aim to examine after-school and summer programs and how such programs are connected to schools and homework. This project will provide insights into how mathematics and […]

Industrial-scale production of insect-derived protein has emerged as a sustainable alternative to wild harvesting or large animal farming. The principal waste product is called frass, which is composed of excrement, larval exoskeletons and microbes. Frass from black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) has plant-growth promoting (PGP) properties and is therefore well positioned as a replacement for […]

The primary goal of this “Landscape of Grand Pré ” research project, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (LGPI 2025), examines how the visitor experience can be enhanced by employing an interactive QR coded smart phone application (app). The second goal assesses how the app can raise awareness of the Landscape’s storied history in shaping Canada’s […]

The project explores the application of physiological sensors in psychology, mental health, and mindfulness by integrating artificial intelligence for emotional classification. It aims to validate a wearable physiological monitoring system, using devices like Fitbit Versa 6 and Emotibit, to predict stress and anxiety levels through machine learning. This initiative is crucial given the prevalence of […]

Main Activities Genuine Taste is an innovative biotechnology company focused on producing cultivated fat, a scalable and customizable ingredient for the growing alternative protein industry. We provide high-quality, structured fats that enhance the flavor, texture, aroma, and nutritional profile of plant-based and cultivated meat. Our technology offers a cost-effective alternative to conventional animal fats and […]

PaceZero is hiring an intern to research how to integrate Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) into operations. Areas of interest will focus on, but are not limited to, leveraging technology to enhance sourcing prospective borrowers. More specifically, the intern will research the capabilities and functionality of various Ai programs such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, and tl:dv, among others. […]

The Halifax Port Authority (HPA) is a strategic port manager, with a mission to connect global markets to create value for our customers, partners, visitors, and community. We take a leadership role in developing business for the Port of Halifax in collaboration with our partners and we responsibly manage Port of Halifax assets. At the […]