The way humans perceive their surroundings relies heavily on some sort of decomposition of those into smaller atomized entities (objects, or parts of objects). This allows for complex reasoning and prediction capabilities which are mostly seen as mundane in humans but are still a challenge to propagate to artificial systems. My project wants to explore […]

The project objective is to design and manufacture ultrasonic sensors capable of operating at temperatures up to 800 oC. Such transducers can be affixed to hot piping systems and pressure vessels in petrochemical plants, electrical power generating stations, and manufacturing plants. These sensors can then provide continuous information to the plant operator regarding the onset […]

Salmon aquaculture loses money when the salmon being farmed are infested by small parasites called “sea lice”. In Newfoundland Atlantic salmon aquaculture farms, the most common type of sea lice is the salmon louse. They can greatly reduce the number of salmon produced and cause health issues for the salmon. To manage the sea lice […]

The project (future monograph) will investigate representations of Kyiv in Ukrainian and Russian literatures and media of the past two decades in the broader context of the cultural history of the city and text of Kyiv in the modern epoch. I will examine how Ukrainian and Russian intellectuals, writers, and activists have conceptualized and claimed […]

System transformation efforts that optimize access to the right care at the right time with a goal to reduce wait times in mental health services could make a difference to the lives of all Canadians. In response to the impending crisis of access barriers to mental health care, this project will evaluate the implementation of […]

Manufacturing of consistently high quality products is the commitment of pharmaceutical industry. To achieve this, new products must be thoroughly tested and the results meet government-approved product specifications. Improving existing and adopting improved analytical technologies for product testing ensure the production of safe and effective products. This is particularly critical for the manufacturing of biologic […]

As the SARS-CoV-2 virus mutates over time and variants emerge, it is crucial to stay ahead to keep the public safe. This research aims at capturing new variants that emerge and test them against the current therapies and vaccines in place as well as develop the next generation of vaccines and therapeutics to keep the […]

K3 Green Tech Company Inc. aims to make the life of truck drivers and truck fleets easier and safer, bringing to the market a solution that makes the management of truck batteries more smart, cheaper, and reliable. K3 has developed a product named IGA SOLAR which equalizes the consumption of the battery using solar panels […]

Currently, KidsAbility therapists spend a substantial portion of their time on indirect client activities, primarily focused on creating extensive reports and notes that detail each child’s progress. For every minute spent with a client, clinicians spend up to two minutes writing these important documents. This process, while crucial, is time-consuming and diverts valuable resources from […]

Analysis of customer service call transcripts can be challenging due to high volumes of unstructured textual data. To overcome this challenge, Co-operators Insurance Group seeks to explores the application of large language models (LLMs) such as GPT3 in analyzing call transcripts to extract structured data to be used in further modelling. Specifically, the project aims […]

The small-scale food processing industry is underrepresented within scholarly and industry discourses, despite its vital role in local economies, food systems, supply chains, and Canadian food security. How can a financing model developed by the Small Scale Food Processors Association (SSFPA) best enable its members to continue to innovate, support local economies, and contribute to […]

Traditional space cooling using air conditioners is very energy intensive, creates a net warming effect to the globe, and involves refrigerants that are ozone-depleting and potent greenhouse gases. In Canada, 6% of all energy use in the commercial sector is for space cooling alone, and this number is expected to grow significantly in the coming […]