In this research, we will be identifying the factors that affect retention of nurses in the rural areas, and particularly we will be exploring how such factors including the organizational culture, and the academic preparation of the nurses affect the retention of nurses in the rural areas. It is the objective of this research to […]

The proposed device, that has been requested to Sciencetech Inc. (SCI) during the past few years, is an innovative way to analyze the light generated by modern high intensity light sources in many areas of research, and in particular in those using Solar Simulation (space research, agriculture, biology, medical, semiconductors solar cells and renewable energy […]

Blockchains have evolved from an obscure technology powering bitcoin to a multi-billion- dollar research area. From the financial tech industry, healthcare, digital identities, and government services, blockchains are touted as a revolutionary new mechanism for communication and transactions. As popularity in blockchain technology increases, many are left in the dark as to how this technology […]

The Women in AI for Good Initiative seeks to inspire, connect and highlight women in the field of good AI to promote more significant female participation in the machine learning industry. We also seek to embolden a vibrant international community working towards good and ethical technological development. Through a profile and mentorship initiative, Women in […]

Additive Manufacturing is a rapidly growing technology in the gas turbine industry. Its numerous advantages allow for the design of complex shapes which have not been possible in the past, using conventional manufacturing method. The parts could be manufactured on demand, with reduce cost and lead time. Selective Laser Melting is the common method to […]

Level IT Up is a social enterprise located in Winnipeg that is committed to connecting the tech sector with skilled individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. To better prepare their candidates for the labour force, Level IT Up works with them to assess skills, aptitude profiles and offers various kinds of support pre and post-hiring. Currently, […]

Since the first case in Alberta, COVID-19 has impacted everyone, especially the most vulnerable. At Criterium Group, we pride ourselves on our resiliency; with our agile structure and ways of working, we have been able to adapt to these challenging times. In light of the pandemic, we have focused on working with our clients to […]

The onset of COVID-19 pandemic has posed major challenges in Geomechanica, a small organization that develops a state-of-the-art simulation tool (Irazu) for the civil, mining, and petroleum engineering industries their business. The company is seeing budget cuts in client base and global economic slowdown to inefficiencies caused by remote work setups of their employees. As […]

The rationale for stylizing ‘harm reduction’ in lower case as per Monica Tula, (ED, Harm Reduction Coalition): “When we talk about harm reduction, we often reduce it to a public health framework, one of reducing risks. That is harm reduction with a small h-r. Harm reduction is meeting people where they’re at but not leaving […]

Des recherches récentes ont montré qu’en regardant des vidéos sur des plateformes en ligne, les enfants autistes d’âge préscolaire acquièrent des connaissances linguistiques qui facilitent sa scolarisation. Ce projet vise à développer un système de recommandation vidéo personnalisé qui soutiendra leur progrès linguistique des enfants. De manière parallèle, ce projet permettra de concevoir la première […]

Le lancement de la stratégie Vision Zéro de la Ville de Montréal a donné lieu à un diagnostic des failles et des solutions pour améliorer la sécurité routière. Plusieurs constats ont été émis en lien avec les stations de transport collectif, qui représentent d’importants générateurs de déplacement où une mixité d’usagers (piétons, cyclistes, automobilistes, chauffeurs […]

L’érosion interne des barrages en remblais peut causer sa déstabilisation. Afin de prévenir ce phénomène, les matériaux composant l’ouvrage sont soumis à des critères granulométriques. Malgré leur utilisation, l’érosion interne demeure une préoccupation. Le projet prévoit d’étudier l’érosion interne à l’aide du Laboratoire Virtuel en développement à l’IREQ qui permet de suivre le mouvement de […]