Early intervention services for children with developmental delays, disorders, and disabilities are important, especially as early as possible in life, to provide the best chances for the child to thrive. Yet, children with these conditions do not receive timely care because relevant services are inaccessible due to long wait-times and high cost for families. The […]

In this work we seek to deploy a web app to help orthopaedic clinicians all around the world analyse 3D ultrasound (US) volumes of hips to more accurately diagnose developmental dysplasia of the hip in infants. We intend to develop and evaluate artificial intelligence (AI) models capable of segmenting relevant hip bones from 3D US […]

Ce projet de recherche-action consiste à accompagner l’Association des personnes avec une déficience de l’audition (APDA) dans la révision de son programme de valorisation de prothèses auditives (PA), qui s’adresse aux aînés ayant une déficience auditive (DA) vivant en situation de précarité, et dans la mise en oeuvre pilote d’une version améliorée de ce programme. […]

La supplémentation en oeufs augmente significativement la synthèse musculaire; toutefois, aucune étude n’a évalué ses effets sur la performance dans différentes disciplines sportives. Des techniques de pointe en sciences de l’activité physique seront utilisées afin de déterminer l’effet de la supplémentation en oeufs entiers sur la composition corporelle, la performance musculaire et les courbatures chez […]

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a long-term condition that affects how people move and function in their daily lives. It can be challenging for individuals with PD and their families. To help improve the lives of people with PD, the Parkinson’s Association of Alberta has created a program that includes different activities throughout the day. These […]

A career dedicated to service is admirable. Eventual to all service is release. Military to civilian transition and reintegration to civilian lifestyles represents an indefinite period of varying challenge. Individuals must forge new post-service identities after losing valued service identities. How we support, appreciate and welcome Veterans to our communities is critical to their Health […]

Dans le cadre de ce projet proposé à Mitacs, nous désirons explorer la perspective des ergothérapeutes impliqués auprès des aînés vivant avec difficultés pour connaître ce qui les amènent à prescrire des aides technologiques. Effectivement, favoriser l’autonomie et la sécurité de cette clientèle est au coeur des enjeux adressés par les ergothérapeutes oeuvrant en vieillissement […]

In this project, we’re developing a smart wearable device that works together with an app to assist users in improving their sports performance and maintaining their health. Ideal for enthusiasts of sports like golf, tennis, or badminton, this innovation is designed to overcome challenges in skill improvement. The device tracks user activity during play, sending […]

Communities and local non-governmental organizations experiencing health crisis have had multiple barriers between their response strategies such as community workshops on how to treat an illness, and funds. Long, bureaucratic, and competitive processes to apply for funding from governments and international NGOs immobilize community action and leave them vulnerable when stricken by health emergencies. Funding […]

The purpose of the proposed project is to investigate the impact of violence on HIV care access. Women living with HIV experience extremely high rates of violence; however, little research has explored how violence impacts access to HIV care. Data will be drawn from the Sexual Health and HIV/AIDS: Longitudinal Women’s Needs Assessment Project (SHAWNA: […]

The proposed project aims to improve the communication of scientific research data by using creative knowledge translation strategies and redesigning CeMCOR’s website. By visualizing complex information, creating engaging materials, and enhancing the website’s user experience, CeMCOR can effectively share their findings with a wider audience. This will increase awareness of women’s health issues, establish CeMCOR […]

This project focuses on assessing the commercialization viability of Rogers Communications’ investments in 5G technology, with a specific focus on smart buildings, smart cities, and smart healthcare. The project aims to support ongoing innovation projects in partnership with the University of Waterloo by evaluating their commercialization potential through qualitative research. The project will benefit Rogers […]