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Empreintre écologique du son associé au trafic maritime sur les bivalves marins

L’objectif principal est d’évaluer les impacts acoustiques sur la dynamique naturelle des bivalves sur deux sites contrastés, l’un perturbé et l’autre vierge dans la région de Saint-Pierre et Miquelon carcatérisée par la présence unique de large ondes interne générant des variations de température importantes et régulière en moins de 24 heures. Dans un premier temps, le port de Saint-Pierre sera le site perturbé en raison de la présence de facteurs de stress anthropiques dans son environnement, alors que le nord-est de Miquelon sera considéré comme le site vierge, puisque le trafic maritime est négligeable. L’impact du paysage sonore sera évalué sur différents stades ontogéniques, larves et adultes, des populations de bivalves. La dynamique de la collecte de naissain et du recrutement, y compris la colonisation des larves, le succès de métamorphose et la croissance seront évalués. Des résultats récents ont montré que des populations génétiquement différenciées se trouvent dans des environnements variables et stables autour de Saint-Pierre et Miquelon de sorte que des questions se posent sur une éventuelle différenciation génétique liée à l’exposition au trafic maritime.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Gesche Winkler;Réjean Tremblay

Student:

Partner:

Institut français de recherche pour l'exploitation de la mer;Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle;Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS)

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université du Québec à Rimouski

Program:

Globalink Research Award

New Rockstar Philosophy: An Interactive E-book App

An eBook App is a native app that can grant access to all of a book’s content and additionally integrade any functionality to it. It is an interesting option for ebook projects that have access to large amounts of content want to incorporate user-generated data and connect to other digital artifacts. Unlike a pdf an eBook App enables rich and engaging interactions and therefore offers more exciting experiences for the reader. A particularly interesting aspect of the eBook app is deployment on mobile devices that allow not only easy integration with cloud-hosted services but also provide information about the reader’s location. This in turn enables new monetization possibilities for publishers. In this project we will explore the use of InDesign and compare it with building a native mobile app based on the embedded browser pattern using PhoneGap & jQueryMobile and HTML5.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ralph Deters

Student:

Partner:

Indie Ink Publishing

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Accelerate

Advancing TTC Ridership Analytics and Revenue Forecasting Tools for Improved Transit Planning

(TTC) for improved public transit planning and better transit service delivery. With the implementation of PRESTO Card, TTC now generates real-time data on how often and where transit riders interact with the TTC’s infrastructure and network. PRESTO Card data allows new ways to capture transit demand in real-time and makes it possible to deploy state-of-the-art data science and predictive analytics to develop ridership forecasts for varying time horizons. The ridership forecasts could then be used to generate forecasts for farebox revenue. This project will, therefore, contribute to a significant improvement in transit planning from revenue and resource utilization perspectives. The project will also contribute to the mentoring and training of two graduate students at Ryerson University who will lead the two inter-related projects of transit ridership and revenue forecasting.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Murtaza Haider

Student:

Partner:

Toronto Transit Commission

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Transportation and warehousing

University:

Toronto Metropolitan University

Program:

Accelerate

Development of Biodegradable Soft Bait Fishing Lures from Natural Materials

There is an increase in reporting of angling activities linked to environmental pollution and exploitation. Soft plastic lures (SPLs) are a major pollution source arising from recreational angling. A small portion of SPLs currently commercially available are designed to be more environmentally friendly alternatives to PVC as they are biodegradable and are manufactured using natural and/or food-grade ingredients. Moreover, these natural lures can successfully degrade in water and are thus more likely to be passed through the digestive tracts of aquatic organisms. However, these lures also have disadvantages that limit their general acceptance by recreational anglers, and typically, to be commercially successful and generally accepted by recreational anglers, these alternatives must also display cohesive material strength, high flexibility, prey-like movement through the water column, and surface topology that mimics live bait. These natural lures must also be resilient enough to withstand repeated stress from water impacts during drag from a line or line castings, trollings and reeling. Lastly, the lures must also be non-perishable, retain plasticity, contain fish attractant and able to be stored for long-term in order to be accepted as commercially viable.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ali Ahmadi

Student:

Partner:

Clean Catch Baits

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Prince Edward Island

Program:

Accelerate

Using long-term monitoring data to quantify the impact of white-tailed deer reduction on vegetation and avian communities at Long Point, Ontario

Through analysis of vegetation data collected between 1991 and 2021 in Long Point National Wildlife Area, it is the goal of the research to identify trends and changes in sand dune vegetation communities following a reduction of white-tailed deer browsing pressure. By evaluating the rate and level of change in vegetation diversity, structure, and composition, recommendations can be identified for land managers to assist in achieving effective management of protected areas in relation to deer populations and resulting community impacts.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ryan Norris

Student:

Partner:

Nature Conservancy of Canada

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Sustainability & the Environment; Environmental Science and Technology; Natural Resources

University:

University of Guelph

Program:

Accelerate

Feasibility study and life-cycle analysis of relaunching a snow melting plant in the Town of Mont Royal

Snow removal operations in different municipalities in the Island of Montreal, including the Town of Mont Royal (TMR), mainly rely on the truckload transportation of snow to the dumping grounds. Nevertheless, the current practice incurs significant amount of cost while suffering from negative environmental impacts in addition to the limited capacity of snow dump sites and the complexity of operations during the thaw periods. Therefore, adding a stationary or mobile snow melting equipment could be a viable alternative to reduce the cost and carbon footprint of snow removal operations. The goal of this project is to conduct a comprehensive cost/benefit and life-cycle analysis (LCA) on relaunching an existing snow melting plant at TMR so as to justify whether or not the facility could be upgraded and ultimately become operational. In particular, we aim to estimate the life-cycle cost of relaunching the facility in addition to its pay-back period while assessing the negative environmental footprints as the result of running the equipment and disposing it when it reaches to the end-of-life.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Masoumeh Kazemi Zanjani

Student:

Partner:

Ville de Mont-Royal

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Public administration

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Accelerate

Sustainable development of solid waste management in the Municipality of Roblin

The current waste disposal cells at the Municipality of Roblin has been full. They have to design a new cell to receive more waste. This project is predicted to determine its feasibility through an environmental assessment in view of the proposed waste disposal cell. Moreover, the recycling program has been conducted in this region. However, the diversion rate is expected to improve. Optimizing the existing recycling program is one of the objectives of this project. Besides, consider whether there are other programs to enhance the waste diversion rate. In conclusion, this project proposed providing some suggestions to achieve sustainable waste management system development.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Qiuyan Yuan;Shirley Thompson

Student:

Partner:

Municipality of Roblin

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Public administration

University:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Accelerate

Technology Innovations to Improve Patient Outcomes After Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injury (SCI) results in severe paralysis, for which there are no effective treatments. Advanced technologies, however, can play an important role in assisting in the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of SCI patients who suffer many impairments beyond the loss of voluntary muscle control. In this proposal, we will develop and apply innovative technologies for SCI. We will develop a novel biosensor for the injured cord to inform doctors how to best support its healing in the early stages of injury. We will also develop a bladder pressure sensor to help patients and doctors detect when bladder pressures rise unknowingly. And we will utilize imaging technologies and drug infusion technologies to better understand and potentially treat SCI. The partnership between scientific research and clinical medicine makes this proposal uniquely suited to develop such technologies to help SCI patients.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Brian Kwon

Student:

Partner:

Vancouver General Hospital

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Assessing cumulative hydrological impacts from forest disturbance and climate change in Duteau Creek community watershed

There are growing concerns over the cumulative hydrological effects of forest disturbance on hydrology in the Duteau Creek community watershed. The objectives of this proposed study are: 1) to calibrate and validate the hydrological model SWAT; 2) to assess the cumulative hydrological effects of proposed forest harvesting under future climate change impacts; and 3) to evaluate possible hydrological impacts of spatial arrangements (or patterns) of forest disturbance or harvesting. Answering these questions would provide important and timely results to support local decision makers to manage cumulative hydrological impacts under an increasing human demand and climate change context. A hydrological model (SWAT) is mainly proposed to conduct this research. While SWAT is a popular hydrological model widely used in many watersheds, its applications on cumulative hydrological effects caused by forest disturbance and landscape patterns is rare, which is a key innovation of this proposal.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Xiaohua (Adam) Wei;P. Jefferson Curtis

Student:

Partner:

Regional District of North Okanagan

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Public administration

University:

The University of British Columbia - Okanagan

Program:

Accelerate

BSI Application Form

Since we aim to be a global company, our digital marketing strategy is incredibly important to create brand awareness and reach outside of our own community. This project will focus on the growth and development of our brand channels as well as creating and implementing an effective marketing strategy for 2021. The project will include the following steps:
– Creating and scheduling content for our social media channels:
The student will strategize on how to grow our social media channels through engaging content and learn how to sell a product through digital marketing
– Creating high-quality graphics:
Graphics and visuals are an integral part of digital marketing. The student will learn how to create high quality visuals through common editing software.
– Managing community engagement and growth of our channels:
The student will have the opportunity to engage with our community to help nurture them to point of sale.
– Working with marketing team to create strategies for social media:
The student will work with professionals to create a digital marketing plan for 2021. The student will learn how to create effective marketing campaigns to sell products.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Heather Skanes

Student:

Partner:

DIOSA Designs

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Calcium Supplements, Elemental Bioavailability, and Uptake by Bone (Part 2)

There is an increasing number and variety of calcium supplements being made available to the Canadian public, often making claims regarding improved action over competitor products. The purpose of this project is to evaluate the effects of drugs and nutraceuticals upon bone health, particularly if they contain elements (such as calcium) which incorporate into newly mineralizing bone. With the highly bioavailable calcium acetate supplement by the Canadian nutraceutical company Sino Veda, it would be possible to verify improved uptake and deposition into bone if competitive uptake of the SinoVeda product was contrasted against strontium salts, which are easier to trace systemically in comparison to calcium. A range of calcium salt and strontium salt compounds were examined, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) established to identify and assay from complex mixtures, including rat serum.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mike Doschak

Student:

Partner:

SinoVeda Canada Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture; Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Accelerate

Community Futures North Cariboo Conference

To oversee the development of a virtual conference or training series that will provide educational opportunities for businesses in the mills’ value chains. Additionally, ease of access to training and support for businesses impacted by the mill closures. The conference is part of a larger program as such, referrals to the other services offered through Taking Care of Business can be offered to participants when registering for the conference and/or when doing outreach.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Charles Scott

Student:

Partner:

Community Futures North Cariboo

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Northern British Columbia

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

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Mitacs is funded by the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta, the Government of British Columbia, Research Manitoba, the Government of New Brunswick, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Government of Nova Scotia, the Government of Ontario, Innovation PEI, the Government of Quebec, the Government of Saskatchewan, and the Government of Yukon.