Anion exchange membrane for water electrolysis for hydrogen production

The proposed research project aims to develop next-generation materials for sustainable hydrogen production through water electrolysis. Hydrogen is a key energy carrier in the transition to a clean, carbon-neutral future, and this project focuses on improving the efficiency and durability of anion exchange membranes (AEMs), which are critical components of water electrolyzers. The research will […]

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Understanding the changes in functionality and mechanical properties of cold plasma-activated edible coatings and its impact on quality and safety of pears

Edible coatings have emerged as a promising alternative to traditional plastic packaging due to their biodegradability, minimal environmental impact, and ability to incorporate functional ingredients. Despite these advantages, most existing edible coatings suffer from poor mechanical properties and limited surface functionality, which constrain their industrial use and commercialization. Cold plasma (CP) has shown significant interest […]

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L2M – Accelerated Data-Driven Approach to Characterize Mechanical Properties of Marine Materials

Ocean industries, such as shipbuilding and offshore energy, face challenges in selecting materials that can endure corrosive environments, high pressures, and mechanical stresses. While materials like composites and aluminum offer promise, their adoption is slowed by their inherently complex and nonlinear mechanical behavior, which is sensitive to environmental conditions, as well as by the time-consuming, […]

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Drone Assessment of Winter Feeding of Climate Resilient Cattle

In the Climate Resilience Cattle project, we are combining the Red Angus, Senepol, Galloway, and Scottish Higland Bos taurus breeds with the objective of producing a novel synthetic breed called the Climate Master Composite. Thermally equipped drones will be autonomously flown to each individual animal using the GPS coordinates supplied by Virtual Fencing collars placed […]

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Development of a Green Process for the Recycling and Upcycling of Post-consumer Non-Compostable Polyester (PET) Material

The University of New Brunswick (UNB – Canada) welcomes a student intern from King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT – Thailand) to investigate chemical technologies for recycling waste plastics. The recycling of post-consumer non-compostable materials (e.g., polyester) have been identified as the next frontier to decrease solid waste. Around the world, societies struggle with […]

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The loss of photosynthesis in green algae: a case study for ecological transitions

We propose to investigate the physiological and ecological factors driving the loss of photosynthesis in green algae and their transition to a permanent heterotrophic lifestyle. Autotrophs produce organic molecules (such as carbohydrates) from inorganic compounds (CO2), and photoautotrophs are reliant on sunlight to do this. Photoautotrophs are the primary producers of most ecosystems. Most of […]

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Opportunités durables dans la bio-économie basée sur l’utilisation de la biomasse Boréale perturbée

Le projet de recherche sera réalisé sur le site de Muskrat Falls, le nouveau barrage électrique situé au Labrador. Ce projet rendra disponible, d’ici 2016, 450 000m3 de bois coupés en prévision de la construction du réservoir hydraulique. Le projet de recherche constitue à réaliser des études technico-économiques et environnementales (analyse du cycle de vie) […]

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L2M – Drone-based Search and Rescue (SAR) in Dense Forests

The “Drone-Based Search and Rescue (SAR) System in Dense Forests” project aims to transform SAR operations using a coordinated swarm of drones equipped with advanced computer vision and machine learning algorithms. These drones, launched from DJI dock stations and connected via Starlink satellite technology, will efficiently locate missing persons in densely forested areas. By processing […]

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L2M QC 2024 – « Caractérisation des mycomatériaux en tant que technologie de gestion des matières résiduelles. »

Le circuit innovant de mycoremédiation que nous proposons permettra non seulement de décontaminer plusieurs gisements de résidus problématiques provenant des industries du textile, de l’alimentation et de la construction, mais aussi d’éco-concevoir une alternative au polystyrène pour la protection et l’isolation. Déjà au stade de la preuve de concept avancée, ces myco-matériaux, littéralement tissés par […]

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Human Mobility, Climate Change, and Human Rights: Addressing the Vulnerability of Environmental Migrants in Latin America

The general goal of this research is to analyze how linked phenomena to climate change are affecting the vulnerable communities in Latin America, what triggers forced migrations, and evaluate violations of human rights faced by environmental migrants in all stages of their movement. We will also examine existing policies and practices aimed at protecting their […]

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L2M – Commercialization Plan for Terahertz Measurement in Printed Electronics

Printed electronics has the potential to deliver low-cost, high-volume fabrication of electronic devices, but is currently held back by the lack of a specialized quality control solution. Today, verification of functional properties such as conductivity is done with teams of technicians using simple multimeter probes, lacking the speed and accuracy required to characterize roll-to-roll production. […]

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