Ce projet de recherche a pour objectif de créer une édition numérique des registres de comités de la Comédie-Française. Ces registres témoignent de la vie quotidienne de la troupe de théâtre, et sont actuellement conservés à la bibliothèque-musée de la Comédie-Française. Grâce au travail des étudiants et étudiantes de master sous la direction de Florence […]

FONEX Data System Inc. is developing solutions to address the challenges that telecommunication service providers face in upgrading their access networks to sustain the growth in data traffic. A key component of these solutions is the development of a low-cost, widely tunable external cavity laser (ECL) utilizing Photonic Integrated Circuit (PIC) technology. A significant advantage […]

Image processing principles and techniques represent a significant advancement in modern technology, offering invaluable contributions to numerous sectors. Despite their efficacy, conventional AI and ML-based image processing algorithms encounter inherent limitations that obstruct their scalability and performance. The main aim of the proposed research project is to develop image processing algorithm based on quantum computing […]

This project focuses on improving the component quality after Laser Beam Machining (LBM) for HS188 (AMS5608), a superalloy critical in aerospace and power generation due to its high strength and corrosion resistance. LBM often leaves a recast layer, a residue of resolidified molten material on the side edges, which weakens the material’s strength and corrosion […]

This project aims to enhance subsea video quality for improved underwater visual inspection and analysis, crucial for industries like offshore oil and gas, marine research, underwater construction, and maritime security. Leveraging advanced AI and machine learning techniques, we will address challenges like water turbidity, light attenuation, and visual distortions in underwater images. Through the Lab2Market […]

Ultrasound (US) is an important diagnostic tool in healthcare, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) where it is often the only available imaging modality. However, in remote and resource-limited settings, multiple barriers limit access to ultrasound including a shortage of professional sonographers and long travel distances. Teleultrasound, where non-experts perform US procedures under the […]

The North American livestock industry faces a combination of factors that decrease productivity, while demand for derived products continues to rise due to population growth. This necessitates the emergence of innovative, sustainable technologies to support processes, and collaborative efforts. Hence, a solution is proposed to enhance the livestock industry through an innovative IoT collar for […]

Hybrid Piezoelectric-Electromagnetic (Piezo-EM) Vibration Energy Harvesters (VEHs) utilizing magnets and nonlinearity present an innovative solution for generating increased energy from mechanical vibrations, offering a sustainable and renewable power source for diverse applications. Our focus lies in creating innovative and highly efficient designs that enable precise tuning of the working frequency based on the specific application, […]

The budding field of soft robotics, robots made of elastic materials such as rubbers or silicone, currently represents a 1.48 billion market size with a compound annual growth of 34.45%. The problem is that there is no specialized tool for the design and simulation of soft robots. Our research has already demonstrated a promising simulation […]

Our group develops advanced tools that allow us to observe and understand materials operating within the realm of quantum physics, particularly those that emit light at the smallest scales. Quantum materials, often regarded as the superheroes of the science world, possess unique properties that can revolutionize technology—from ultra-fast computers to highly secure communication systems. To […]

Heart failure significantly diminishes quality of life and has a high mortality rate within five years of diagnosis. While heart transplants are effective, they are limited due to donor shortages, and this gap is expected to grow with an aging population. Ventricular assist devices (VADs) offer alternatives, but VADs still underperform and remain underused due […]

Reinforcement Learning (RL) driven Electronic Design Automation (EDA) is revolutionizing layout placement optimization for integrated circuits, enabling a faster design process. By incorporating the RL techniques, we enhance the historically precise yet labor-intensive process for smart integrated circuit (IC) fabrication. This innovative approach streamlines IC design, accounting for factors such as foggy and proximity effects, […]