The project will consist of assisting Prof. Mike McLaughlin graduate student research on deep banding in Australia. Specifically, the project will aim to explore the fundamental processes controlling P fertilizer efficiency in a wide range of soils, using a combination of spectroscopic, and speciation techniques. This will help develop a different perspective on phosphorus (P) […]

The floral composition, including algae, of the Qazvin basin, is poorly known. This basin is located on a mountain range that is a very important place in the world for its biodiversity and endemism, generated by the geological and topographic complexity. In this project we will identify the diatoms (silica algae) that inhabit the Shahroud […]

The proposed research project assesses how collaborative robotics can be used in the construction industry. Humans may now engage and collaborate with robotics (Cobots), which are gradually being employed in the construction sector; therefore it is important to thoroughly understand the functions of Cobots and how they will assist in the near future. The purpose […]

In cloud computing, managing the vast amounts of data created by construction projects is challenging. The cloud cannot support peak data loads, and the owner has no control over the security of the data that is being stored. This creates a need to assess cloud data management in the construction industry as construction companies become […]

Modernizing plant breeding programs through integrated genomic and phenomic data management and analysis is an important organizational innovation for many public and private plant breeding organizations. This project will expand the GenGuard database and software platform for additional high priority data sources from Nutrien, including new areas of business operations. The proposed project also aims […]

Agricultural biomass (such as wheat, flax, hemp straw, cereal straws) could be a low-cost feedstock for the production of valuable bioproducts. This will require fractionation of different components of biomass and the conversion of the fractionated components into various bioproducts. The intern will work on optimizing the fractionation process and characterization of bioproducts with an […]

With over 30 years of experience, Ag-West Bio is a well established business and has developed a strong reputation with those we do business with. However, the wider agriculture industry is often not aware of Ag-West Bio and the work we do. In late 2022, the AWB management team began a re-branding exercise that will […]

The global demand for protein is increasing at a rapid pace. Certainly, the animal-based proteins alone will not be able to respond to the anticipated rise in demand. Among various sources, plant-based proteins have been identified as the most reliable option. However, they carry an undesirable taste or odor. The aim of this project is […]

Rural homelessness in Canada is still an ongoing problem that the country is trying to address. Most of Canada’s indigenous families in remote communities are living in substandard housing that needs major repairs. 3D printing of cementitious material to digitally construct building structures has already gained considerable attention from both the public and private sectors. […]

The insurance industry is a competitive sector that is expected to account for 3.1 percent of Canada’s Gross Domestic Product in 2021. Leading insurers are investigating how machine learning (ML) may enhance company operations and customer satisfaction as clients become more selective about personalizing their insurance purchases to their particular needs. AI chatbots have the […]

The particularly important goals faced in the world oil and gas sector is the increasing hydrocarbon production and net zero carbon emissions. Achieving climate neutrality means balancing emissions in such a way that the entry of CO2 into the atmosphere is prevented by its absorption, further utilization and storage. The Enhanced HC Recovery methods and […]

Food security is a global concern due to the ever-increasing population amid limited agricultural land resources. Farmers utilize fertilizers and herbicides to ensure consistent crop establishment. However, overuse of fertilizers and other treatments leads to negative consequences resulting in soil depletion, environmental contamination, and pollution. An effective way to reduce these toxic chemicals is to […]