The global manufacturing sector is shifting towards high-mix, low-volume (HMLV) production. While large corporations can invest in advanced automation, Canada’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face a significant “adoption chasm.” This gap is driven by prohibitive upfront capital costs for robotic systems, a critical lack of in-house programming and maintenance expertise, and the financial risk […]

This project initially targets drug discovery labs, with long-term plans to expand into broader biomedical research. As AI becomes integral to scientific work, we aim to build a custom AI assistant that goes beyond basic chat support, capable of running code, executing ML/DL pipelines, and assisting with lab-specific tasks.

U-Pro Soccer is a Canadian sportstech company developing a mobile-first training platform that uses AI and computer vision to help youth athletes practice soccer drills at home using only a smartphone and a training mat. Many young players lack access to structured training, especially outside of team environments, and U-Pro aims to fill this gap […]

This project focuses on exploring how a new water based technology—called a nanobubble generator—can help solve common challenges in agriculture, aquaculture, and water treatment across Canada. Nanobubbles are minuscule gas bubbles that improve water quality by increasing oxygen levels, cleaning surfaces, and reducing the need for harmful chemicals. While this technology has seen success in […]

This project explores innovative ways to convert agricultural residues (i.e., oat husks) into sustainable construction materials. Specifically, the research focuses on developing and validating cement replacement products derived from agro-waste, which can help reduce the carbon footprint of concrete, a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions. The intern will work closely with both academic […]

This project focuses on the commercialization of a compact, high-efficiency heat exchanger developed using advanced lattice geometries and additive manufacturing technologies. Designed to meet the thermal management needs of space-constrained systems, the innovation offers significant advantages in size, weight, and performance over traditional heat exchangers. The intern, Sanjoy Dam, will conduct market research, customer discovery, […]

This project focuses on solving key problems in large-scale pellet-fed 3D printing, a technology that holds great promise for cost-effective, sustainable manufacturing. Unlike traditional 3D printers that use expensive filaments, pellet-fed printers use raw plastic pellets directly, making them more affordable and flexible for industries like construction, automotive, and tooling. However, the current systems have […]

This project aims to develop next-generation dental implants using Yttria (Y2O3)–Zirconia (ZrO2) composites through advanced ceramic additive manufacturing. The work will begin with a pre-prototyping validation survey to assess market needs, clinical requirements, and user preferences. Based on the survey findings, material and process optimization will be carried out to produce clinically viable prototypes. The […]

Many Northern and Indigenous communities in Canada face significant health challenges, including high rates of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. These conditions are often worsened by limited access to fresh, nutritious foods. This project seeks to address these issues by developing a functional food prototype made from nutrient-dense vegetables-such as broccoli microgreens-cultivated using advanced smart […]

This research project will support rural communities in Mongolia by creating climate change education and training materials tailored to their unique environment and way of life. Many herders and farmers in Mongolia face serious challenges due to extreme weather and changing climates, which affect their land, water, and food. Working with the ECCO-FARM project, the […]

Project Title: AI-Powered Food Therapist for Health Monitoring and Dietary Therapy Project Description: This project is an innovative AI-powered health application designed to empower users to monitor their health through medical image analysis and receive personalized food therapy recommendations. Users can upload medical images—such as photos of their tongue, skin, eyes, or other relevant diagnostic […]

This project focuses on developing a durable, low-power tracking device for small construction equipment, enabling contractors to automatically monitor machine usage, idle time, and location. This technology reduces theft, cuts down on fuel waste, and eliminates manual tracking, helping improve productivity across underserved construction SMEs across Canada. Over four months, the intern will enhance the […]