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Validation and Development of Clinically Relevant Copper Complexes for the Treatment of Bacterial Infections

Nearly 70% of all drug candidates are not pursued for pharmaceutical development because they cannot be dissolved into solutions appropriate for human use. Cuprous Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CPI) recently discovered that some of these drugs could be dissolved in the presence of certain metal ions. Furthermore, a number of metal-drug complexes are more therapeutically active than their metalfree counterpart. Using its proprietary MetaplexTM technology, CPI can overcome these solubility issues by synthesizing metalcompound complexes inside liposomes (spherical structures 100 times smaller than a red blood cell). This nanotechnology will enable the pre-clinical and clinical evaluation of a new class of therapeutics that was previously impossible to investigate for many disease indications.
The proposed project involves characterization and optimization of approximately 30 different Metaplex formulations for treating tuberculosis and bacterial infections involving drug-resistant “superbugs”. The effectiveness of these formulations will be tested against clinically-relevant strains of superbugs. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Chris Orvig

Student:

Partner:

Cuprous Pharmaceuticals Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Elevate

Understanding attitudes, beliefs, behavioural intentions, and behaviours related to sensitive environments

The proposed research project will take place on three nature reserves owned by the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) (Miscou, NB – 780 acres, Escuminac, NB – 630 acres, Salmonier, NL – 440 acres), where NCC wants to understand how the land is being used by the community, the motivation and beliefs of those using it, and options for behaviour change to prevent damage to sensitive habitats. The intent of the research is to understand the relationship between ATV and other land uses, and land conservation, including piping plover issues in NB, and to determine the management options that could be supported and most effective in each community. Each intern will gain necessary data collection, analysis and writing skills to complete a master’s thesis. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Alistair J Bath

Student:

Partner:

Nature Conservancy of Canada

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Program:

Accelerate

Faciliter les démarches de qualité de vie au travail : conception d’une grille d’évaluation et d’analyse des politiques de qualité de vie au travail des organisations

Les problèmes de santé mentale au travail sont la première cause d’absentéisme au Canada. L’amélioration de la qualité de vie au travail, dont les recherches démontrent qu’elle favorise aussi la performance des organisations, est une réponse à cette problématique. La présente recherche a pour objectifs de proposer un nouveau cadre d’analyse et un nouvel outil de diagnostic de la qualité de vie au travail, simple à mettre en oeuvre, sans recourir au sondage de l’ensemble des salariés. Le projet est pertinent pour le stagiaire puisqu’il s’agit d’une excellente opportunité pour développer une grille d’évaluation et d’analyse des politiques de qualité de vie au travail. L’organisme partenaire pourra s’appuyer sur cet outil, moins couteux et moins invasif, pour ses interventions en amélioration de la qualité de vie au travail pour favoriser la performance des organisations.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Natalie Rinfret

Student:

Partner:

Alia Conseil Inc

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

École nationale d’administration publique

Program:

Accelerate

Soil Gas Field and Analytical Research at the Aquistore Project

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) can deliver needed substantial emission reductions as we transition to alternative fuels. However, it is important to verify that CO2 being injected into the subsurface is well contained within the geologic container. The intern will conduct surface monitoring research to define normal fluctuations of gas concentrations and isotopic indicators in soil, and compare against past data using statistical techniques to situations of expected leakage. This research will contribute to improved surface monitoring practice and better public acceptance of CCS, and will contribute toward the larger Aquistore research initiative.

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Faculty Supervisor:

David Risk

Student:

Partner:

Petroleum Technology Research Centre

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Mining; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

St. Francis Xavier University

Program:

Accelerate

Characterization of a novel personal aerosol measurement device

Fine particulate air pollution is recognized as causing health problems globally, but health researchers are just starting to understand where people receive their exposure, which will influence policies and regulations. There is a need for size-resolved particle measurements using a device that can be carried easily by a person. Nanozen has built such a device, and it could be used also for workplace ventilation control. However, first the sensor response to a wide range of particle sizes and compositions must characterized. UBC’s Energy and Aerosols Laboratory has the equipment to generate and characterize particles for 10 nanometers to 15 microns in closed and open exposure chambers. A post-doctoral fellow who has just completed his thesis on fine particle measurement, will carry out this work. Beyond simple calibration, we will seek to understand the physics behind the instrument response, with the aim of improving the size and/or concentration limits.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Steven Rogak

Student:

Partner:

Nanozen Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Transportation and warehousing

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Accelerating Phase Unwrapping

The project aims at enhancing performance and efficiency in InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar) systems. Such systems are used to measure displacement or deformation of any object on earth. Both environmental and industrial studies can benefit from projects like this, as it will help them make decisions based on a more realistic view of current conditions. They will also have a better chance of accurate speculation of the consequences of their decisions. This project will also facilitate achieving a better understanding of real world problems for researchers at University of Victoria and will provide an opportunity for the industrial partner to benefit from skills available to UVic researchers.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Amirali Baniasadi

Student:

Partner:

3vGeomatics

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Victoria

Program:

Accelerate

Agent TALStat

Amélioration des performances et du processus de mise-au-point d’agents virtuels (AV) selon une approche hybride combinant du traitement automatique de la langue ou TAL (natural language processing), de l’apprentissage statistique (machine learning) et du génie cognitif à base de règles (les outils et API de Coginov). Notamment, nous expérimenterons l’utilisation de synonymes en contexte et l’amplification des données textuelles pour fins de traitements statistiques.
Notez: Il s’agit d’une demande de prolongation d’un stage précédent afin de finaliser le travail et d’ajouter quelques nouveaux éléments.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Gilbert Paquette;Neila Mezghani

Student:

Partner:

Coginov Inc

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

Télé-Université

Program:

Accelerate

Traitement de l’arsenic dans des lixiviats d’arsénopyrite et caractérisation environnementale des précipités

Les rejets de certaines mines en exploitation peuvent représenter un risque pour l’environnement. Les compagnies minières doivent se soumettre à différentes directives environnementales imposant une limite à la quantité de polluants rejetés dans leurs effluents. L’arsenic (As) est l’un de ces polluants. Il est libéré lors de l’extraction de divers métaux ayant une valeur commerciale. Ainsi, les compagnies oeuvrant dans le domaine se doivent d’avoir un système de traitement efficace et économiquement viable. Cependant, lorsque les concentrations en As sont très élevées, les méthodes existantes présentent d’importantes limites. L’objectif du présent projet est donc d’évaluer les méthodes permettant de traiter les concentrations élevées d’As afin de déterminer la plus performante d’un point de vue technico-économique, environnemental et règlementaire. Des essais seront effectués sur des effluents. Ensuite, les boues formées par ces traitements seront caractérisées, afin d’en évaluer leur impact environnemental. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Carmen Mihaela Neculita

Student:

Partner:

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Mining; Sustainability & the Environment; Water

University:

Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue

Program:

Accelerate

Tree Inventory and Management Opportunities at Old Ashburn Golf Course

Golf courses represent a unique opportunity for urban foresters to promote an increased quality and quantity of trees in the city environment. Golf course managers focus attention mainly on grass maintenance and less so on trees. The tree canopy at Old Ashburn Golf Course is currently in a degraded state. Taking advantage of a forthcoming major course upgrade project on the greens, the intern will (a) characterize the current state of the trees on the course, and (b) develop management proposals for the long-term improvement of the course’s tree canopy. For the inventory, tree stands will be sampled according to standard protocols for forest inventory, and all single trees will be measured according to standard protocols for urban forestry. Management recommendations will be developed collaboratively with the Golf Club’s stakeholders. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Peter Duinker

Student:

Partner:

Ashburn Golf Club

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

Dalhousie University

Program:

Accelerate

The effects of X-Act Compression garments technology on muscle fatigue, active and passive joint torque and performance

There are many compression garment products on the market claiming to improve some aspect of performance, however their claims are not validated with empirical data. In fact, current literature regarding the benefits of compression garments on cardiovascular and biomechanical performance is controversial; with many results suggesting non-significant or even negative effects provided by the compression garment. Per4ma Sports Technology has designed and developed their own line of compression garments with a unique arrangement of elastic support, intended to provide targeted compression and facilitate movements while applying restrictions at potentially damaging end ranges of motion. The objective of this research project is to evaluate the benefits of the Per4ma compression garments on biomechanical and cardiovascular variables when compared to either a control and/or market-leading compression product. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Benno Nigg

Student:

Partner:

Per4ma Sports Technology Ltd

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

Investigation of the Health Benefits of a Novel Sourdough Fermented Pasta

There are several factors driving an insatiable market for natural health products in the Canadian marketplace, including growing consumer interest in food-health relationships, rising healthcare costs and an aging population. One growing natural health food niche includes fermented foods that are becoming increasingly recognized for their health benefits. This project aims to explore the benefits of a new type of fermented product, sourdough pasta (‘Pasta Fermentata™’) created by Kaslo Sourdough’s proprietary fermentation technology, on the regulation of blood glucose and gut health. In collaboration with their academic partners at the University of Calgary, the intent of this project is to examine the differences between Kaslo Sourdough’s shelf stable (dried) sourdough pasta compared to conventional pasta on glucose regulation and biomarkers of gut health in individuals at an increased risk of developing diabetes, to determine whether there are health benefits associated with sourdough pasta.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jane Shearer

Student:

Partner:

Kaslo Sourdough

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

Histoires locales et fonctionnement interne des coopératives de la Fédération des coopératives du Nouveau-Québec

La Fédération des coopératives du Nouveau-Québec (FCNQ) est une fédération qui regroupe les quatorze coopératives situées dans chacun des villages du Nunavik. Ces coopératives mutli-services (alimentation, tourisme, commercialisation de l’art inuit, transport de biens et de personnes, distribution de carburant, etc.) existent depuis la fin des années 1950 et ont joué un rôle de premier plan du point de vue du développement des communautés inuites. L’activité des coopératives du Nunavik s’inscrit dans une perspective d’autonomisation et à partir d’une volonté de reconnaissance économique, politique, culturelle et sociale.
À l’aube de son 50e anniversaire, la FCNQ a identifié la question du rôle des coopératives dans le développement social des communautés comme prioritaire, particulièrement dans un contexte d’évaluation interne des cause du haut taux de roulement des employés. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Yves Couturier;André Martin

Student:

Partner:

Fédération des coopératives du Nouveau-Québec

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Accelerate

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