Dysfunction of mitochondria, the cellular powerhouses, plays an important role in a plethora human disorders, including rare genetic myopathies such as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Mitochondrial dysfunction also causes stem cell abnormalities in several tissues including skeletal muscle. For this reason, modulation of mitochondrial quality is increasingly proposed as a therapeutic strategy to prevent/restore cellular […]

Nanostructures are increasingly used for many purposes that include drug delivery, solar cell efficiency improvement, catalysts, and optical sensors. Accordingly, there has been a corresponding increase in demand for nanostructures, and a need for efficient manufacturing processes that can meet this demand. One such manufacturing process that has shown potential is gas-phase synthesis. Nanostructures can […]

Molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) Quantum Dots (QDs) are being developed for use in areas from optoelectronics to energy storage and conversion, but synthetic protocols have yet to be developed to prepare high quality 0-dimensional (0D) material. A key challenge in efforts to develop synthetic protocols is a lack of rapid characterization technique that can unambiguously identify […]

The proposed project aims to enhance UpBeing’s social wellness app by refining its wellbeing measurement model to include new check-in items and passive data sources, such as data from wearable devices and calendars. This project will improve the app’s accuracy in measuring users’ mental wellbeing and provide more comprehensive and actionable insights. The expected benefit […]

This architectural and urban design proposal is a collaboration with The Bentway, to investigate the significance of place and civic identity at the intersection of radical accessibility and inclusion, social and environmental resilience, and dynamic multi-functional infrastructure to advance the Under Gardiner Public Realm Plan. The Bentway leads a creative movement to re-imagine the hybrid […]

A key aspect of human behaviour is the ability to flexibly interact with our dynamic environment. From a baby learning to walk, to a pilot flying a plane, humans rely on their ability to acquire relevant information from the environment, integrate that information into their planning and decision making, and generate the necessary actions successfully. […]

Improving the quality of X-ray imaging and radiation therapy is crucial to the efficacy of cancer treatments. Recently, hafnium dioxide nanoparticles (HfO2 NPs) have been approved in the European Union as a radiosensitizer and are currently in clinical trials in the United States. This is based on hafnium’s ability to amplify local radiation doses by […]

Happly is currently addressing a pressing issue regarding the optimization of its backend operations to enhance support for startups and entrepreneurs. The overarching goal of this project is to bolster Happly’s capabilities through data science and AI, thereby enabling startups to receive customized recommendations and refined funding strategies. The intern will play a pivotal role […]

This research will investigate Responsible Gambling (RG) messaging. Specifically, the research will examine which RG messages are more effective and which populations respond better to certain kinds of message. This information will be used to create RG messaging that meets the needs of the diverse casino patronage.

Our group develops advanced tools that allow us to observe and understand materials operating within the realm of quantum physics, particularly those that emit light at the smallest scales. Quantum materials, often regarded as the superheroes of the science world, possess unique properties that can revolutionize technology—from ultra-fast computers to highly secure communication systems. To […]

Dissimilar-material joining is becoming increasingly sought after in several industries – including automotive, aerospace, and rail – due to the potential to improve vehicle weight reduction and efficiency while maintaining safety and structural strength. Resistance Spot Riveting (RSRTM) is a novel joining technology designed to enable inexpensive, efficient, and effective dissimilar-material joining. As it stands, […]

Canada aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Buildings play a big role in this effort, so this research focuses on developing a tool to design and retrofit buildings for greater energy efficiency and sustainability. Using advanced computer models and data from building simulations, this tool predicts […]