A first principles approach to molecular dynamics is crucial to understanding photo-chemical reactions. These reactions take place involving multiple electronic states, in other words, they undergo non-adiabatic dynamics. The problem is analogous to the many body problem where significant entanglement between the motion of electrons and nuclei is present. In this project we will develop […]

This project will study the corrosion of two nickel alloys commonly used in nuclear reactors: Monel 400 and Alloy 800. In the steam generator section of nuclear reactors, the chemistry is complex and may lead to the formation of ammoniacal species such as soluble ammonia (NH3). Ammonia may accelerate the corrosion of these alloys. The […]

Changes in the intestinal microbial composition (dysbiosis) during development have an impact on the progression of neuro-inflammatory and neuronal degenerative disorders. Probiotics have been shown to reduce these effects. However, the current literature lacks research on intestinal dysbiosis during the maturation of the intestine and the brain and does not recognize the sexual dimorphism of […]

Mining systems are complex to model since they involve (1) creating adequate representations on how sub-models (mining processes) are interconnected (the ore/waste flowcharts) and (2) there is a lack of understanding of the impact that small variations have over the entirely system. Moreover, developing adequate models requires the use of modern predictive tools that account […]

Coral reef regime shifts occur when environmental stressors result in the benthic composition abruptly transitioning from a coral dominated reef to one dominated by macroalgae. These shifts are a key conservation concern and have led to substantial degradation of coral reefs worldwide. In particular, climate-induced coral bleaching is now a leading threat to coral reefs, […]

Water in lakes has a certain triple oxygen isotopic composition depending on the amount of precipitation and evaporation. Snails use oxygen from lake waters in order to mineralise their shells, thereby locking in the isotopic composition so that when snails die, they accumulate in sediments and can be analysed in order to build a record […]

La production d’électricité à faible empreinte carbone est un levier majeur dans la lutte contre les changements climatiques. L’hydroélectricité, qui représente 99% de l’électricité produite au Québec, possède une faible empreinte carbone comparativement à l’électricité provenant de ressources fossiles, soit un avantage majeur pour la province. Les émissions de CO2 et de CH4 provenant de […]

This research project will determine the associated greenhouse gas emissions associated with an environmentally friendly graphene-based coating to see how it compares with other marine coatings currently in industry. The developed methodology can be used in future life cycle assessments, as it will provide an innovative way of modelling graphene-based coating systems. GIT will benefit […]

A stochastic model was recently developed to theoretically estimate per capita water consumption for various lifestyles, based on specific domestic water use activities. The intention is to populate this model with data from the City of Montréal, bearing in mind that metering of water consumption is uncommon in the study area. Therefore, calibration and verification […]

The current feedstock of en-life high impact polystyrene (HIPS) is currently impossible to be valorized and recyled due the presence of brominated fire retardants (FRs). The presence of those FRs is consequence of the need from the electronic industry to compile with the security regulations. However, now those brominated compounds are to be banned due […]

The current feedstock of en-life high impact polystyrene (HIPS) is currently impossible to be valorized and recycled due the presence of brominated fire retardants (FRs). The presence of those FR´s is consequence of the need from the electronic industry to compile with the security regulations. However, now those brominated compounds are to be banned due […]

Quaternary glacial deposition has covered much of southern Ontario with tills and the Saint Lawrence Valley with marine fines. Rivers incised into these materials exhibit particular geomorphologic behavior. Civil engineering works built either in (e.g. dams, bridge piers, etc.), beside (linear infrastructure such as roads, railways, etc.) or across (e.g. bridges, etc.) such rivers must […]