Maps are vital in our life. Three-dimensional (3D) maps are essential in traditional and new applications, such as smart cities, autonomous vehicles and augmented reality. The number of end-users who require 3D maps has expanded exponentially in recent years and is anticipated to expand even more in the future. LiDAR scanners are the main sensors […]

The proposed research seeks to understand how marginal winter conditions have impacted Ontario snowmobile trails in the past in order to make inferences about the future. The project will combine historic climate data (1989-2019), operational indicators (trail opening/closing, permit sales), and Regional Climate Model (RCM) outputs for the Province of Ontario to explore the implications […]

Urbanization is rapidly increasing in Canada and these areas are confronting major challenges associated with climatic change. Canadian cities must navigate these challenges and may also significantly contribute to mitigation efforts. However, municipalities and developers lack the state-of-the-art information, policies, and resources necessary to be successful in this endeavour. This research project uses a case […]

The goal of this research project is to create a novel type of biosensor by combining two complimentary microfabrication techniques. First, a silicon chip containing JFET transistors with an open gate will be fabricated using traditional microfabrication techniques that are highly reliable and give good performance. Second, a graphene layer will be inkjet printed onto […]

Optimal Computational Algorithms, Inc. (OCA) provides the highest quality mathematical software possible. Our goal is to produce scientific software with nearoptimal performance on increasingly parallel systems, while assuring software correctness by construction. This research project continues a partnership with McMaster University, and individual internship projects will focus on extending OCA’s tools to target new computations […]

This research examines the problem of youth homelessness which has significant social and economic costs for both the affected individuals and society as a whole. The research will result in a report to be delivered to Family Services Windsor Essex that will guide this organization’s youth homelessness initiatives. To this end, the report will: provide […]

There is a disconnect between the development of advanced research methods in academia, and their use to inform real-world policies. The purpose of this research is to apply rigorous tools to support real-world policy questions at the local, regional, and global level, and assist various types of institutions meet their strategic objectives. At the local […]

Battery technology is vital for storing renewable energy, which is inherently intermittent. In order to match these intermittent energy sources (such as the wind and sun) to real world patterns of use, we need reliable and durable energy storage technologies. Increasing the energy density and range of operating temperatures are much needed advancements for next […]

The objective of this project is to develop numerical models for the simulation of the flow field in the novel compact mixed flow compressor, which is one of the main engine core components. Pratt and Whitney Canada have developed a wide range of new high performance aero engines. To further improve the performance of these […]

The CTD is a rosette structure which is circular in shape and houses a number of elements. These elements include sensors, water sample bottles, ropes and cables to support the CTD structure. The sensors included in the CTD are not limited to conductivity, temperature and depth, but also include sensors to determine other physical properties. […]

Advancement of green chemistry, the principles of which are more efficient, cost effective and environmental-friendly processes can be achieved through the use of improved catalysts. In this project, a novel, inherently green synthesis process will be used to produce multifunctional heterogeneous nanocomposite catalyst system that can be applied to facilitate tandem reactions. The synthesis method […]

While most people get drinking water through underground water pipes, in some areas these pipes only provide water for a few hours each week. Globally, more than one billion people are served by these “Intermittent Water Supply Systems (IWS)”. In severely degraded systems, keeping pipes empty most of the time can reduce leakage and conserve […]