Développement de terreau fertile à base de résidus de bauxite pour la restauration écologique d’un site de disposition.

Le projet de recherche a pour but ultime la restauration écologique d’un site de résidus miniers en appliquant une approche d’économie circulaire. Pour rendre possible cette restauration, le projet consiste à développer un terreau à base de résidus de bauxite, d’agents neutralisants usés et de matières résiduelles fertilisantes provenant de la région du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean. L’agent […]

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Reactivity of semifusinite in coke making process

In 2024, Canada’s coal production was 42.5 mln metric tonnes, while British Columbia coal production, which produces 95% of metallurgical coal, accounted for 64% of Canada’s production according to Statistics Canada, (2024). The metallurgical coal is an important raw material for transition to the clean and renewable energy, because it is used for steel production […]

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Designing an AI solution for data analysis to improve the process of measuring thermal properties of materials: liquids, solids, powders and pastes

One of the busines processes of C-Therm Technologies is related to devices measuring thermal properties of materials: liquids, solids, powders and pastes. One part of the process is analyzing the data collected by the sensors. The project in this proposal will involve designing an AI solution for data analysis to improve the process of collected […]

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Developing Domain-Specific LLM-based Agents for Automated Model Generation and Autonomous Product Configuration at Ciena

This research project will leverage Large Language Models to automatically read and interpret network product documentations, generating structured information that can help automate the configuration of network products with minimal human effort. By automating these time-consuming tasks, the project aims to help engineers accelerate their product setup process, reduce the risk of manual errors, and […]

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Value and resilience of SFI forests for eastern forest birds in a changing climate

Most of the managed forests in Eastern Canada are certified for sustainability by independent agencies, notably the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI). Part of the definition of sustainability is the maintenance of biodiversity over the long term. This project will evaluate one aspect of biodiversity, the abundance and distribution of species of forest birds. We will […]

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Mitigating Fire Risks of Utility Poles: A Comprehensive Assessment of Materials, Technologies, and Life Cycle Impacts

Wildfires pose a growing threat to utility infrastructure in Canada, particularly in regions prone to extreme weather conditions. Utility poles, which support power lines and communication networks, are especially vulnerable to fire damage, leading to costly repairs and service disruptions. With the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires, it is crucial to improve the fire […]

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Quantum spin microscopy of atomically defined qubits.

The ability to isolate, control, and characterize individual spin states of qubits/quantum dots is crucial for quantum sensing and quantum computing. Achieving control over such quantum systems requires a fundamental understanding of materials at the atomic level. The best tool to access this information is scanning probe microscopy (SPM), which enables atomic-scale fabrication, and characterization […]

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Integrated Real-time Monitoring and Control for Advanced Extraction Optimization

This project aims to develop an integrated software and control system solution to tackle the challenges posed by high variability, nonlinear dynamics, and real-time monitoring in bio-processes, specifically within laboratory-scale bioreactors. Employing a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) framework with open hardware and software platforms, the project aims to automate processes, enhance monitoring/control capabilities, […]

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