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Incorporating Same-Day Delivery into Retail Industry

Due to a lack of legitimate case studies exploring the same-day delivery, this internship will help by adding significantly to the body of applied research in this new trend. Courier industry can revamp the practices of “brick and mortar” retailers by convincing them to cover the cost for their customers in return for value-added service. However, no one truly understands the longevity and feasibility of this service aimed to improve customer satisfaction. Therefore, it is crucial to explore the size of the market, the barriers to entry, and consumer as well as retailer perceptions for benefits and costs of the trend. Such changes for the retail industry also put pressure on smaller courier companies, such as Novex Couriers, to innovate or face extinction in the future. The internship will ensure that Novex can successfully form partnerships with local retailers and therefore support the overall community in its operations.

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Faculty Supervisor:

James Tansey

Student:

Partner:

Novex Delivery Solutions

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Transportation (excluding aerospace); Commercial Services; Other

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Deep learning segmentation of anatomical structures in three-dimensional (3D) ultrasound images of the female pelvic floor

Pelvic floor disorders (PFD) result in urinary and fecal incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse (POP), loss of support for the pelvic organs. While not commonly known, POP affects upwards of 50% of females. The common non-surgical treatment is to use intravaginal inserts, known as pessaries, to hold up the pelvic organs. The correct pessary is found using a trial-and-error method currently. Thus, there is a need to improve the pessary fitting process. To create custom pessaries, the pelvic floor must be analyzed and segmented on 3D ultrasounds in different positions because the location, size, and shape of the various structures change significantly. For this project, a deep learning-based segmentation algorithm will be developed to automatically segment the pelvic organs for improved pessary fitting, reduction in segmentation time and to avoid user variability. This project has the potential to improve the quality of life of those affected by POP.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Eranga Ukwatta

Student:

Partner:

Cosm Medical

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Guelph

Program:

Accelerate

Laser Powder-Bed Fusion of Heat Exchangers

The laser powder-bed fusion (L-PBF) process is a novel additive manufacturing (AM) technique used to produce metal objects layer-by-layer using a laser source. Aim of this project is to design an optimized heat exchanger with enhanced heat transfer performance with the advantages offered by additive manufacturing (AM) technology such as complex design and lightweight. The objective of this proposed research is to design a heat exchanger with utilizing the capabilities of metal additive manufacturing. An extensive approach for design of additive manufacturing with the ability of weight reduction and performance improvement will be developed as an outcome of this project.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mo Elbestawi

Student:

Partner:

Voestalpine Additive Manufacturing Centre Ltd.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

McMaster University

Program:

Accelerate

Advancing geophysical inversion methods for assessing carbon mineralization potential

Serpentinites are a type of rock that are reactive with CO2 and convert it to solid minerals that are stable on geologic time scales; this process is known as carbon mineralization. These rocks are often associated with economic mineral deposits in Canada and elsewhere, and mines at these locations can offset, or even have a net-negative carbon output. The density and magnetic properties of these rocks vary depending on their reaction potential, meaning that geophysical measurements at the surface may be used to locate and estimate volumes of reactive rocks. In this project, interns will learn about and develop advanced inversion methods for building 3D models of the subsurface. By interacting with the sponsor, they will gain practical experience with field data and techniques applied in the mining industry. This project will provide sponsors with increased knowledge of advanced inversion techniques, as well as access to open-source tools to perform inversions.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Lindsey Heagy;Douglas Oldenburg

Student:

Partner:

Mira Geosciences Ltd

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Mining; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Development of Boar Taint Detection Kits using DNA Aptamers for Use in Commercial Packing Plants

Boar taint is an offensive odour in meat from non-castrated male pigs caused by specific chemical compounds present in the fat tissue. Most consumers can detect this offensive odour during the cooking/consumption of pork. Thus, producers and packers need to know about the presence of boar taint in pig tissues to detect tainted meat before it reaches consumers, as well as for research purposes, so that they can better understand boar taint and methods to reduce it can be developed. There is an urgent need for low-cost, simple tools to detect boar taint. In this project, in collaboration with Ontario Pork and the Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement (CCSI), our intern will explore whether a simple dipstick test can be prepared, optimized, and validated for the detection of boar taint in pork. Ontario Pork and the CCSI will benefit from this research, as a quick and inexpensive way to ensure pork is free of taint would allow producers to lower costs while not jeopardizing Ontario’s excellent reputation for pork product quality.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Maria DeRosa

Student:

Partner:

Ontario Pork;Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

Carleton University

Program:

Accelerate

Fire-resistant elastic fiber

Personal protective equipment (PPE) for essential workers in flammable environment requires two essential traits: fire resistance (FR) and fitting comfort. The fitting comfort is especially an issue for women firefighters, whose protective clothing are not appropriately catered. Elastic fibers in sportswear, such as Lycra, offer superb fitting and comfort, but their FR version is commercially unavailable. The project proposes to apply a FR surface coating on commercially available elastic fibers by depositing a composite layer that thickens explosively upon contacting flame. This way, the flame does not reach to the core of elastic fiber, which fuels up the fire. In addition, our coating has heat-insulating properties, which further delays the detrimental chemical interaction in fire. The project benefits from a team that combines expertise in materials engineering, textile science, and protective clothing with the experience of the industry partner as a woman firefighter and working in the trades.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Hyun-Joong Chung

Student:

Partner:

Jess Black Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Accelerate

Investigating the role of bacteria in abdominal pain and chronic constipation.

The bacteria living in our gastrointestinal system, the gut microbiome, play a key role in human health and disease. Multiple studies demonstrated altered gut microbiome in patients with constipation or abdominal pain but knowledge of a clear cause-effect relationship or underlying mechanism are lacking. We found previously that microbiota from patients with irritable bowel syndrome induces altered gut function, low-grade inflammation and abdominal pain. Thus we aim at studying the regulatory role of microbiome in gut function, focusing on abdominal pain and constipation.
We will use mice that are completely devoid of bacteria, germ-free mice, and colonize their intestine with stool microbiome of well characterized patients with chronic abdominal pain, or severe constipation that developed after C. difficile infection. We will identify and isolate bacteria involved in gut dysfunction and study the underlying mechanisms. We will also explore potential treatments by modifying the microbiome composition and function using specific benefical bacteria (probiotics) or dietary components (fibers and flavonoids).
Our results will lead to better understanding of the role of microbiome in colonic motility and abdominal pain, discovery of biomarkers to identify those who benefit from microbiota-based interventions, and development of novel therapeutic approaches.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Premysl Bercik

Student:

Partner:

Weston Family Microbiome Initiative

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

McMaster University

Program:

Accelerate

Analysis of the chemical composition of an aerosol generated by a medical nicotine vaporizer

Nicotine is a highly addictive chemical and smoking is still, to this day, the leading cause of preventable death. Several pharmacological strategies have been approved for smoking cessation and nicotine addiction treatment. However, these strategies are not always effective and lead more often than not to relapse. Hence, new nicotine cessation products and devices are needed that are safe and effective. Towards this goal, Ditch Labs is designing a nicotine replacement device to make quitting smoking personalized and safe. The project between Ditch Labs and Trent University aims to explore chemical properties of nicotine-based devices towards improving our understanding of physicochemical properties of such nicotine cessation tools, ultimately resulting in an effective and safe device performance.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sanela Martic

Student:

Partner:

Ditch

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Pharmaceuticals; Biotechnology

University:

Trent University

Program:

Accelerate

An Innovative Approach to Optimize Heavy Oil Recovery Using a Novel Synthesized Liquid Catalyst

Chemical-assisted enhanced oil recovery (EOR) has recently received a great deal of attention as a means of improving the efficiency of oil recovery processes. Since heavy oil production is technically challenging due to its high viscosity and high asphaltene content, therefore, new recovery techniques are often tested and applied in lab-scale. This study will contribute to general progress in this area by synthesizing liquid catalyst (LC) in the lab and applying it to enhance the heavy oil recovery. In this study, the LC-EOR can be evaluated by conducting combined experiments and simulation studies for Saskatchewan heavy oil reservoirs. The mechanism of additional oil recovery using this novel LC is IFT and viscosity reduction, wettability alteration that can be investigated by conducting a series of core flooding tests. Moreover, a numerical simulation study will be performed in terms of heavy oil recovery.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ezeddin Shirif

Student:

Partner:

Petroleum Technology Research Centre

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Mining; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Regina

Program:

Accelerate

Les effets psychologiques perçus de l’escalade en salle chez une population générale

À la suite d’une demande spécifique du partenaire souhaitant obtenir des données probantes pour documenter les potentiels bienfaits psychologiques ressentis par les grimpeurs de tout âge et de tout niveau, le présent projet souhaite évaluer les effets psychologiques perçus de la pratique de l’escalade en salle en identifiant ainsi qu’en comparant les divers profils des individus qui la pratiquent. Le projet vise aussi à mieux comprendre les effets psychologiques ressentis plus spécifiquement chez les adolescents, une population hautement affectée par la pandémie sur le plan de la santé mentale et de la pratique d’activités physiques. Pour ce faire, la stagiaire constituera un questionnaire qui sera envoyé en ligne à l’ensemble des grimpeurs ayant visité le centre d’escalade Altitude gym au courant des 4 dernières années et animera des groupes de discussion auprès d’adolescents faisant partie des différents programmes offerts dans ce centre.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Charles Tétreau

Student:

Partner:

Altittude Gym

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Program:

Accelerate

Impacts of permafrost degradation on ?uk dagaii (broad whitefish, Coregonus nasus) habitat in the Peel River Watershed, Northwest Territories

This community-based research project is a collaboration with a not-for-profit Indigenous partner organization, the Gwich’in Renewable Resources Board, that explores the impact of permafrost degradation on ?uk dagaii (broad whitefish, Coregonus nasus) habitat in the Peel River Watershed, Northwest Territories. A postdoctoral intern leading this research will use spatial overlay analysis combining Indigenous and scientific knowledge to assess the impact of permafrost thaw slumps on this culturally important food fish. Project outputs will inform regional decision making and adaptation planning and will help to fill a gap in our knowledge of fish habitat and traditional use in the Peel River Watershed.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Trevor Lantz

Student:

Partner:

Gwich’in Renewable Resources Board

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Public administration

University:

University of Victoria

Program:

Accelerate

Preventing Sexual and Dating-Based Violence on GSNAs

Sexual assault support centres and services across Canada are working to adapt their resources to the reality that an increasing number of young Canadians are meeting romantic and sexual partners through geo-social networking apps (GSNAs): dating and hook-up apps like Tinder and Bumble. Combined, the world’s top four GSNAs have over 90 million users. While recent research has focused on the misogyny, sexism, and harassment that users endure on social media, there is little research into understanding what roles GSNAs are playing in sexual and gender-based violence online. The project will survey current data and state of knowledge on the relationships between dating apps and sexual violence and generate new qualitative interview data from current and former dating app users. Outcomes from this research can be used to inform front-line intake and counselling services; provide on-the-ground support to clients accessing its services; train volunteers on how to engage with a client experiencing sexual and/or dating-based violence online; and develop educational curricula and workshops.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Corey Johnson;Diana Parry

Student:

Partner:

Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

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