Ultrafast electron diffraction (UED) is an established tool to record atomic motion on very short timescales well below one picosecond. The sample, typically less than 100 nanometers thick, is first excited with an optical pump-pulse leading to the rearrangement of its atomic or molecular constituents. Subsequently, the structural changes are probed by a short electron […]

The primary objective of the Globalink research project is to develop and implement advanced techniques for the detection of energetic electrons in silicon detectors, with a focus on overcoming the limitations of traditional detection methods and mitigating radiation damage. We will try to investigate whether laser annealing and pixel migration techniques can effectively mitigate radiation […]

Super-resolving lenses are able to beat the standard diffraction limit in optics and image objects smaller that the wavelength of light. Such devices are already important in areas such as the bio-medical sciences, and but could also find application in the emerging field of quantum technology by providing a way of coupling qubits with high […]

This research improves atopic dermatitis (AD) detection, a common type of eczema, which affects about 20% of Canadians. AD causes dry and inflamed skin due to a lack of a key protein, making the skin barrier less effective against moisture loss and allergens. Current treatments like moisturizers and steroids can have side effects, and diagnosing […]

In an era where AI can write articles, create reports, and even craft stories, ensuring this content is accurate, free from errors, and trustworthy is crucial. Our project, “Building Trust in AI-Generated Content: Innovative Strategies for Quality and Integrity Verification,” aims to tackle this important challenge and to measure and increase the reliability and trustworthiness […]

Two-dimensional (2D) semiconductor materials are materials with thickness on the atomic scale that provide unique properties compared to their 3D counterparts. One important property of semiconductors is their band gap, which dictates how the semiconductor material will behave. However, manufacturing and testing 2D semiconductors can be costly and difficult, so the ability to predict the […]

This research project aims to significantly improve the way data are managed in a specific self-driving laboratory in the AUTODIAL group of Prof. Hattrick-Simpers at the University of Toronto, focusing on discovering new materials that are resistant to corrosion. This class of labs, known as Self-driving labs (SDL) or Materials Acceleration Platforms (MAPs), use advanced […]

About 8.8% of people in Canada are 65 years or older, and this number is expected to rise by 6.2% by 2036. As people get older, they become more likely to develop pressure injuries (PI) due to changes in nutrition, mobility, and skin health. In healthcare settings, patients at risk of PIs need to change […]

Grape growers are increasingly interested in finding strategies to enhance vineyard’s long-term productivity while improving the overall ecosystem health. The market for organic wine is also an incentive that encourages some growers to adopt these practices. Using a landscape approach, we will examine how increased native biodiversity in the vineyards and perimeters can contribute to […]

Micro- and nanoplastic (MP/NP) pollution is a pressing global issue resulting from the widespread use of plastics. These minute particles, present in everyday products, accumulate in the environment, even being detected in infant feces and blood. Addressing this concern is paramount, with wastewater treatment processes (WWTPs) playing a pivotal role. However, conventional WWTPs encounter challenges […]