Au cours des dernières années, la recherche en reconnaissance gestuelle a connu une forte effervescence, principalement appuyée sur la démocratisation de l’intelligence artificielle. Cependant, les approches actuelles rencontrent souvent des défis en termes de robustesse et demandent un grand effort de calibration. Pour remédier à ces limitations, ce projet propose d’employer la fusion de signaux […]

The proposed research project aims to review the patient flow management structure on Prince Edward Island (PEI) while making recommendations for future directions to implement a 24/7 resilient patient bed-flow framework. By developing this system the project seeks to optimize resource utilization, while enhancing patient care and outcomes. Through monitoring bed use and assessing trends […]

Ce projet de recherche a pour but d’améliorer un simulateur de boxe en réalité virtuelle afin d’aider les athlètes de boxe canadiens à s’entraîner de manière plus performante tout en réduisant les risques de blessures, telles que les commotions cérébrales. Le stagiaire sera responsable de l’évaluation de l’interface utilisateur du simulateur, en établissant une étude […]

The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) aims to address substance use issues prevalent in its catchment area by integrating two projects. Firstly, targeting high alcohol consumption rates, the initiative will require behavior change strategies to combat the normalization of alcohol use. By tailoring interventions to diverse subgroups, NWHU endeavors to shift cultural attitudes, thus reducing associated […]

Une eau potable de qualité est essentielle à la santé de tous. Plus d’un dixième des ménages québécois consomment l’eau de puits privés. Il incombe aux propriétaires de ces puits de s’assurer de la potabilité de leur eau. Ceux qui suivent la recommandation consistant à faire régulièrement analyser leur eau éprouvent souvent des difficultés à […]

Avec les avancées technologiques, la réalité virtuelle devient de plus en plus accessible comme outil diagnostique et traitement dans le domaine de la psychologie en général et celui sur les troubles du comportement alimentaire en particulier. Le dispositif actuellement disponible est basé sur un ordinateur. Le manque de mobilité du dispositif et les ressources matérielles […]

The proposed project delves into understanding the role of the decision making areas of the brain in street crossing decisions, specifically examining changes that occur in older adults (OA). Age-related changes may impede timely visuomotor integration in OA, potentially increasing the risk of traffic collisions. Utilizing functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), a non-invasive neuroimaging technique, the […]

Most current brain imaging software is designed to work with images that have a consistent anatomy. However, this can be a problem when there are changes in the brain, like the appearance or disappearance of lesions, between two scans taken at different times. While we could develop complex new software for these situations, many researchers […]

About 8.8% of people in Canada are 65 years or older, and this number is expected to rise by 6.2% by 2036. As people get older, they become more likely to develop pressure injuries (PI) due to changes in nutrition, mobility, and skin health. In healthcare settings, patients at risk of PIs need to change […]

A new minor ailment prescribing service was recently launched in Ontario community pharmacies to relieve healthcare system strain. Five of the nineteen minor ailments are skin-related. Importantly, prescriptions for topical skin disease treatment vary widely and constitute a major reason for visits to primary care. Quality prescribing in this area improves outcomes and reduces healthcare […]

This scoping review will explore the research base of the intersections of peer support training and implementation. The partner organization will benefit from this project as it will form the foundation of a longer-term goal of developing a training module for early psychosis peer support workers.

Heavy metal toxicity has been a cause for public health concern for decades. There are a variety of industries that both produce heavy metals as a byproduct, or use them directly in consumer products or practical applications. In particular, cadmium (Cd) is one such toxic metal that is known to induce negative effects not only […]