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Projects by Category

Extrusion cooking of yellow pea starch- and fibre-based puffed snacks: Linking variability in raw materials to extrusion performance

This research project aims to develop nutritious, sustainable puffed snacks using yellow pea starch and fiber—valuable by-products of pea protein production. As Canada strengthens its plant protein industry, finding innovative ways to utilize these underused ingredients is essential for economic and environmental sustainability.
Using advanced extrusion processing, this study will examine how different raw material properties influence the texture, nutrition, and consumer appeal of these snacks. By optimizing processing conditions such as moisture content, temperature, and extrusion screw speed, we aim to enhance product quality and expand the market potential for pulse-based ingredients.
Our industry partner, Pulse Canada, is dedicated to promoting the use of Canadian pulses. A key challenge in incorporating pea starch and fiber into extruded snacks is their unpredictable behavior, which can lead to issues with texture, expansion, and consistency. This project will systematically address these concerns, providing data-driven solutions to improve production efficiency.
The expected outcomes include healthier, high-fiber, low-glycemic snack options, reduced food waste, and new economic opportunities for Canada’s pulse sector. By bridging food science innovation with industry needs, this research supports sustainable food development and strengthens Canada’s leadership in plant-based nutrition.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Filiz Koksel

Student:

Partner:

Pulse Canada

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Accelerate

Optimized Design of a Highly Efficient Safety Barrier for Harsh Environments

The research project focuses on improving and optimizing planar transformers used in safety devices for hazardous areas. The intern will work with HB Safety Automation Group Inc., which develops explosion-proof safety barriers. The project aims to enhance transformer efficiency and safety by optimizing core materials like Manganese-Zinc and Nickel-Zinc ferrites. This will help solve issues like low efficiency and high heat loss. The expected benefits include safer products, reduced accident risks, and better market competitiveness for the company.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Zheng Liu

Student:

Partner:

SAGco;FEED Engineering

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia - Okanagan

Program:

Accelerate

Stagiaire marketing : plateformes numériques

Le projet vise à optimiser la boutique en ligne d’Alcyon sel de mer afin d’améliorer l’expérience client et d’augmenter la conversion des visiteurs en acheteurs. Le stagiaire analysera le site web et proposera des améliorations en matière de navigation, de contenu et de référencement naturel (SEO) pour accroître la visibilité et l’accessibilité des produits. Il/elle travaillera également sur l’optimisation des campagnes numériques en utilisant Google Analytics, Shopify et des stratégies de marketing numérique pour mieux comprendre le comportement des consommateurs et ajuster les actions en conséquence. Ce projet permettra à Alcyon d’améliorer sa présence en ligne et de renforcer son positionnement dans le commerce électronique, tout en offrant au stagiaire une expérience concrète et appliquée dans un environnement entrepreneurial en pleine croissance.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sylvain Amoros

Student:

Partner:

Alcyon sel de mer

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

HEC Montréal

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Furthering the development of AI based Historical Homicide files analysis with the help of Large Language Models

In this project, we are working on a large repository of historical homicide case files, which is majorly unstructured text. We are building a framework for knowledge graph extraction with the help of existing information extraction models further augmented and made robust with the help of existing state-of-the-art publicly available LLMs’ zero/few shot capabilities. We believe, our system will achieve more accuracy and coverage in terms of entity and their relationship detection embedded in those unstructured files and work as a foundational data structure to help build efficient Query and analysis tools for the domain experts, such as detectives to solve their criminal investigation roadblocks. In future, we will use the generated ideas from this project to extract structure from other types of unstructured or semi-structured documents to aid for advanced analysis of investigative files.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Randy Goebel

Student:

Partner:

Edmonton Police Service

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Public administration

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Elevate

A Study of the Ecological Features that Contribute to Misconduct by Registered Early Childhood Educators

This project is a joint collaboration between researchers at Carleton University and the College of Early Childhood Educators (the College). The College oversees the regulation and professional conduct of over 60,000 Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) in Ontario. A major challenge that the College faces is supporting the high quality and professional practice of RECEs, which may be undermined by poor working conditions, among other factors. This project seeks to answer the primary question: How do the socioecological features of early learning work settings contribute to the professional misconduct actions of RECEs? It will examine different factors such as physical space, staffing, and informal and formal workplace policies to determine their associations with different types of misconduct. This project will identify the socioecological features of high-risk workplace environments and develop strategies to improve professional conduct and regulatory enforcement. It is then expected that the College and sector partners will have a more accurate understanding of the socioecological factors that contribute to RECEs’ professional misconduct, potentially reducing these types of cases in the future.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Kelly Babchishin

Student:

Partner:

College of Early Childhood Educators

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Public administration

University:

Carleton University

Program:

Accelerate

Exploring the Determinants of Women Leader Wellbeing in a Canadian Organization: A Mixed Method Investigation into the Factors Influencing Female Leader Happiness and Wellbeing.

This mixed-method study focuses on bringing new learning to the field of women in leadership, particularly their level of happiness and well-being. Using female senior leaders at a Canadian bank, a quantitative survey will be administered to 225 leaders. The survey utilizes a combination of an adapted Cantril’s Ladder (Gallup), the Eudaimonic Workplace Well-Being Scale, and the BBC Well-being measures. The determinants of happiness/well-being among these leaders will emerge using multiple linear regression, stepwise regression, and structural equation modeling (SEM). The qualitative explorations with the happiest leaders (n=10) will provide additional colour and richness to this learning. The research contributes to the body of research on the well-being of female leaders by providing a more profound and precise understanding of their determinants of well-being. The discussion will likely be focused on a call for organizations to pay much more attention to all elements of a leader’s happiness/well-being inside and outside the work environment, given the benefits this can provide to organizational engagement and financial performance.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Piers Steel

Student:

Partner:

Royal Bank of Canada

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Finance and Insurance

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

Multimodal Evaluation of Microcracks in Concrete Samples Using Contact/Non-Contact Ultrasonics, Infrared Imaging, Computed Tomography Scans, and Electrical Resistivity

This research project seeks to develop the Ultrasonic-Electrical Concrete Assessment Method, an innovative approach for early detection of micro-cracks in concrete structures within nuclear power plants. These micro-cracks can compromise the structural integrity of concrete, increasing vulnerability to damage and potentially affecting safety and performance. By integrating advanced technologies—including ultrasonic waves, electrical measurements, thermal imaging, and 3D scanning—this method aims to deliver a comprehensive and accurate crack detection system. Controlled concrete samples with induced cracks will be utilized to evaluate the effectiveness of each technique. Additionally, artificial intelligence will be employed to synthesize data from these methods, enabling predictive insights into crack formation and progression. This research will empower power plant operators with tools to identify and address concrete issues proactively, enhancing maintenance strategies and ensuring safer operations.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Chul Min Yeum;Giovanni Cascante

Student:

Partner:

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Public administration; Utilities

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Transparent nanocellulose composite aerogels for improved energy-efficient window insulation

This project focuses on creating innovative transparent aerogels to make windows more energy-efficient. Windows are one of the biggest sources of energy loss in buildings, leading to higher heating and cooling costs. Current solutions like multi-pane glass and special coatings are expensive, heavy, and can reduce clarity. To solve these problems, we are developing a new type of aerogel made from nanocellulose (a material from plants) and polysiloxane (a durable, insulating compound). These aerogels are lightweight, strong, and excellent at keeping heat in or out while remaining clear and easy to see through. They are made using a simple, low-cost process that can be scaled up for larger production. The aerogels can be used in multi-pane windows or added to single-pane windows to improve their insulation without requiring major changes to existing buildings. This project will help partner organizations reduce energy use in homes and buildings, lower utility bills, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. It also supports British Columbia’s goals for cleaner, more energy-efficient technologies and offers new opportunities for businesses to bring sustainable products to market.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Feng Jiang

Student:

Partner:

Rethink Climate

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Management of companies and enterprises

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Elevate

Développement d’une méthode de caractérisation rapide des bitumes basée sur les caractéristiques chimiques

Le projet vise à développer une méthode de caractérisation rapide pour déterminer les propriétés rhéologiques anticipées des bitumes à partir de leurs caractéristiques chimiques. Actuellement, les essais rhéologiques utilisés dans l’industrie nécessitent des délais importants avant d’obtenir les résultats, ce qui ralentit la production. En revanche, les essais de caractérisation chimique offrent des résultats plus rapides et peuvent même être intégrés directement au processus de fabrication en usine. Les bitumes utilisés au Québec sont majoritairement modifiés avec des polymères et autres additifs, ce qui modifie progressivement leurs propriétés rhéologiques à travers le processus de polymérisation. Présentement, les bitumes sont classés selon leurs propriétés rhéologiques, lesquelles déterminent les zones climatiques où ils peuvent être utilisés pour la fabrication d’enrobé bitumineux.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Éric Lachance-Tremblay;Jason Tavares

Student:

Partner:

Bitubel

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program:

Accelerate

Advancing Vertical-Axis Wind Turbine Design: Development and Optimization

This project focuses on answering a key research question: How can the efficiency and adaptability of wind turbines be improved through the development of smaller, designs that reduce environmental impact, minimize noise, and are suitable for deployment in diverse locations, including rooftops (residential, industrial) or in remote areas?

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Faculty Supervisor:

Atef Mohany

Student:

Partner:

Cassandra Research Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Ontario Institute of Technology

Program:

Accelerate

Bridging the Gap: Strategic Approaches to Credential Recognition for Skilled Immigrants in NL

This project aims to address the challenges faced by immigrant professionals in Newfoundland and Labrador when navigating the credential recognition process. By reviewing existing policies, accreditation standards, and successful practices from other provinces, the project will develop clear, actionable strategies to streamline this process. Expertise Hub Cooperative (EHC) will benefit from research-driven recommendations and sector-specific pathways, which will directly support the development of their BridgeTo Platform, a centralized resource to simplify credential recognition. These outcomes will help EHC enhance labour market integration for skilled immigrants, ensuring they can contribute more effectively to the provincial workforce and economy.

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Faculty Supervisor:

John Peters

Student:

Partner:

Expertise Hub Cooperative

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

AI-Driven platform for measuring and tracking organizational collaboration and well-being to optimize effectiveness

AI-Driven platform for measuring and tracking organizational collaboration and well-being to optimize effectiveness

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sae-Seul Park

Student:

Partner:

Verinovi Inc

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

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