Spending time in natural environments and nature-based programming is associated with significant health benefits. These outcomes are particularly important for Indigenous youth, whose mental health and wellbeing continues to be a priority for healthcare in Nova Scotia (NS). There is a need for further research that includes NS youth perspectives and identifies their experiences, needs, […]

This research project will explore how advanced artificial intelligence technology, specifically large language models (LLMs), can improve the Mental Health Assessment Tool (MHAT) developed by Harrison Healthcare. MHAT is a secure online tool designed to help primary care doctors identify and diagnose mental health conditions based on structured questionnaires and clinical guidelines. The project will […]

In many industries, particularly those using steam to heat or move heavy oil, keeping pipes and equipment as hot as possible is very important. When heat escapes, it lowers the efficiency of the operation, raises costs, and increases the carbon footprint. Insulation is supposed to keep heat inside, but it does not always work well […]

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The ReCover Project is advancing deep energy retrofits for commercial, institutional, and multi-unit residential buildings in Atlantic Canada. By addressing critical gaps in building data, this project aims to support policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders with better tools for decision-making. At its core, the project will develop a comprehensive building database that integrates information from […]

This project will analyze five years of bumblebee data to determine the number of bee species is present in Unama’ki, the environmental factors that exist in their natural habitat and their flower preference and the timing of that preference. Through data analytics a data story can emerge that will form the necessary management practices needed […]

This research project aims to answer whether a parasport coach workshop can lead to positive changes in coaching behavior, increase coaches’ confidence, and improve the sport experiences of adult parasport athletes in Nova Scotia. With the support of Sport Nova Scotia and the Canadian Sport Institute Atlantic, the project will test a pilot workshop that, […]

Population growth and reductions in arable productive soils around the globe have triggered a range of efforts to improve plant yield and harvest quality, including the development of more low-cost, environmentally sustainable, and reasonable approaches. Most of the attempts made to increase crop production are dependent on the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers to reinforce […]

Spot application of pesticides is one aspect of precision agriculture technology that may have promising economic, environmental and social benefits. However, the practical application of this technology is faced by several challenges including accurate detection of pests, simultaneous control of multiple nozzles, and formulation of suitable droplets under continuous opening and closure of nozzles. This […]

test it is difficult to get a correct diagnosis of lung disease, and most importantly to get started on the right treatments. In this study we will 1) describe the quality of breathing tests done in the community; and 2) compare review and interpretation of breathing tests by a doctor to an artificial intelligence algorithm […]

The StFX X-Oceans Outreach participant will collaborate with Students on Ice Foundation on their Blue Future Pathways initiative. The goal is to promote ocean literacy through STEM to youth in rural communities and to work with pre-service teachers to encourage them to incorporate ocean-based material in their curriculum and future teachings. Expected benefits to the […]

With patients and caregivers (PCs) at the heart, learning health systems (LHS) bring together research and health systems. LHS work in a cycle to speed up learning from data and evidence and guide practice and policy change. This approach has been identified as an efficient and cost-effective way to improve healthcare experiences, overall wellbeing of […]