This MITACS Globalink Award research proposal aims to engineer and characterize biomimetic dense collagenous gels as in vitro models for studying breast cancer metastasis to bone. At McGill, we have advanced the Gel Aspiration-Ejection (GAE) technique, a robust and simple method to create 3D anisotropic, cellular dense collagen (DC) gels. By applying negative pressure, collagen […]

Copernicus Studios Inc. (CSI; Halifax, NS) is developing LANGA – disruptive LANguage GAming software to help people learn new languages. LANGA uses advanced speech recognition and high-end animation to create a unique and engaging gaming experience. However, LANGA is more than just flash – it has been developed in partnership with the NeuroCognitive Imaging Lab […]

Guided Hands® is an award-winning assistive device that helps individuals with hand disabilities write, paint, draw, and use iPads to communicate independently. Designed for people with Cerebral Palsy, spinal cord injuries, and other neurological conditions, the device is currently used by over 4,750 children and adults with disabilities worldwide. Through this project, we aim to […]