The proposed study has three objectives: Objective 1. Develop KOA microsimulation model: To develop and validate a Knee-OA population-based microsimulation model (POHEM-KOA) using the previously developed POHEM-OA model. Objective 2. Perform cost-effectiveness analysis of non-pharmacological therapies for KOA: To use POHEM-KOA in conducting a cost-effectiveness analysis of treatment strategies, including exercise therapy and weight reduction, […]

Prolonged morphine treatment is known to cause an up-regulation of ORL1 receptors in the spinal cord (12, 13), which in turn is believed to contribute to the development of morphine tolerance by altering ?-opioid receptor mediate modulation of N-type calcium channels. Indeed, ORL1 antagonists can reverse the development of tolerance, and ORL1 knockout can mediate […]

The Health in HIPPY Homes project seeks to explore refugee mothers’ and families’ health during resettlement in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and the various factors that affect their wellbeing during this period. Additionally, we are interested in better understanding the potential impacts that participating in the Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) program has […]

ASBA is looking to facilitate the current bookkeeping activities at the Zone level by bringing some bookkeeping activities internally. The bookkeeping and funding research intern will also be responsible for assisting in grant and sponsorship research to identify potential funding sources. Part of this process will include to maintain and develop partnerships with potential sponsors […]

Connected Canadians is a non-profit organization that provides older adults with free technology support and training. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the demand for our services significantly, as our ways of connecting, interacting, and living have shifted online. Connected Canadians has been growing its mentor team significantly to help meet the rising needs of its […]

Demand for biomanufacturing capacity has grown to unexpected levels during the current pandemic and the global vaccine supply shortage. Academic programs provide workers with the necessary background qualifications for employment; however, they are unable to meet the job role-specific requirements for cleanroom-based biomanufacturing under current good manufacturing practices (GMP) necessary for production for patients. This […]

A new collaboration with the Chair in Energy Systems at Technical University of Munich and the Catalytic & Plasma Processing Engineering laboratory was established in October 2021 through a successful bilateral-funded project on green plasma-catalytic ammonia synthesis. The main objectives of this initial one-year project is to demonstrate the possibility of integrating a plasma source […]

This study will seek to build a normative theory of compromise and federalism. Several questions will serve as guidelines for our research: If federalism does depend on a specific type of compromise, what kind of compromise are we talking about? Would federalism be a normatively acceptable form of compromise? Several analytical differences will be explored: […]

Dans notre recherche, nous allons partir de la théorie de la compréhension de Gadamer pour mener une réflexion sur la question du potentiel et des limites du dialogue interculturel, en tant que principe de base du vivre ensemble. L’herméneutique de Gadamer fait ressortir les conditions de base du dialogue interculturel, telles que l’ouverture des participants […]

While online dating has been available for many years, the increase in modern technology has spurred a growth in the amount of online dating apps and dating app users. There is reason to believe that as dating moves online, so does sexualized violence against women. This project will examine how various online dating apps are […]

Lianas are woody climber plants with a relatively thicker stem that use trees as structural support to reach the forest canopy. They compete with trees for above and below ground resources, and they also occupy gaps and illuminated areas on the upper part of the canopy more efficiently. Therefore, their increases can suppress tree generation, […]

We have developed a software tool that could be used as stand-alone software, or could be implemented in a vascular diagnostic suite (for example within the post-processing software that accompanies most CT and MR scanners). The tool would allow surgeons and radiologists to better evaluate the current state of the aorta under examination and the […]