The Canadian Advanced Therapies Training Institute (CATTI), is filling the shortage of qualified, job-ready talent by developing and scaling e-learning and on-site GMP training programs for cell and gene therapies (CGT) production to rapidly upskill the biomanufacturing workforce in Canada and internationally. Using industry-focused best practices for competency based demonstration of acquired skills in operating […]

The Artificial Intelligence Ready CHEmiCal Knowledgebase (AIRCHECK) is an open platform developed to share and analyze large-scale, freely accessible chemical activity data. AIRCHECK is specifically designed to integrate high-throughput chemical screens data generated from DNA-encoded libraries (DEL) and Affinity Selection Mass-Spectrometry (ASMS). AIRCHECK aims to become a global platform that advances Machine Learning (ML) and […]

The proposed research project, aided by 2 interns (PhD students) from the University of Toronto and University of British Columbia, aims to evaluate the feasibility, fidelity and acceptability of a specialized tutoring program designed to support the social and emotional development of Indigenous and child welfare-involved youth. This program, offered by TutorBright, combines academic tutoring […]

This project addresses the growing problem of plastic waste by developing a method to recycle waste plastics into high-quality materials. Interns will work with Polystyvert, a recycling technology provider, to create a new type of recycled ABS (rABS) plastic using waste materials. They will experiment with blending recycled SAN (rSAN) with both virgin and recycled […]

This project explores the critical geohazards affecting the Niagara Escarpment using advanced UAV-LiDAR technology. By mapping erosion patterns and assessing infrastructure vulnerabilities at sites like Shorthills, Wainfleet, and Balls Falls, the research aims to enhance public safety and inform conservation strategies. A key outreach component, “GeoHikes”, will engage the public through interactive 3D models and […]

The current gold standard to assess cancer risk of chemicals and other consumer products is the 2-year rodent cancer bioassay, which is time-consuming, expensive, and does a poor job at predicting the potential for cancer in humans. DupSeq is a cutting-edge, ultra-precise genetic analysis tool that can identify subtle changes in DNA, providing more comprehensive […]

This project aims to improve medical isotope imaging for the diagnosis of patients with heart disease, specifically those with plaque buildup in the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle.

Polyvinylchloride’s (PVC’s) exceptional mechanical properties and chemical stability make it an ideal material for applications in infrastructure. The PVC pipes that are widely used in municipal water systems, irrigation, and industry are sustainable, long-lasting, and resistant to weathering and leaking. Yet, degradation during recycling makes PVC exceedingly difficult to recycle, limiting its sustainability. Phthalate plasticizers […]

This research project focuses on improving pharmacology education in Canada and beyond through a research partnership with the the Canadian Society of Pharmacology and Therapeutics (CSPT), a national not-for-profit?charitable organization that fosters educational and research excellence in pharmacology. The project will focus on defining and developing educational resources that would be made available to all […]

Total hip replacement usually provides good outcomes for patients. Sometimes, if one part of the artificial hip is placed incorrectly, it can cause the hip to dislocate and require a second surgery to fix the implant. New computer software has been developed by our partner to guide the surgeon during the operation to place the […]

This project aims to revolutionize PVC recycling in a circular vinyl economy by further developing and optimizing a novel approach called Selective Dissolution and Precipitation (SDP). PVC, a widely used plastic, poses recycling challenges due to its complex composition, especially in multilayer materials, like coated fabrics. SDP involves selectively dissolving PVC from mixed plastic waste […]

The research project involves three interns collaborating on an innovative solution to improve farm management by automating weed control. Intern #1 is tasked with developing a smart system that uses machine learning and computer vision to distinguish between crops and weeds, ensuring the robot can identify what needs to be removed without damaging valuable plants. […]