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Applied theatre in Organizational Settings

The main focus of this project is to explore the use of drama and theatre techniques in organizational and management contexts to support transformational learning and enhance professional practice. Through case studies from different cultural backgrounds, the research will examine how applied theatre, as an embodied exploration, facilitates the transformation of organizational knowledge from tacit to explicit. It will also analyze the techniques, conventions, benefits, and challenges involved in such methodology. The research will highlight how an applied theatre approach provides more possibilities of choice for theatre practitioners working alongside consultants, those in management and leadership positions, and in the design and delivery of executive education curricula. Participating institutions can benefit greatly from the collaborative project effort to unite the experience of the Concordia Masters in Human Systems Intervention with the development of a similar program in Colombia. The project will provide Universidad del Valle with a new perspective on the practical and applied aspects of this field, with an emphasis on experiential learning and the emergence of new knowledge in organizational change contexts. The findings from this research will contribute to a book co-authored by the Concordia professor, enriching the academic discourse and practical applications in the field.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Warren Linds

Student:

Partner:

Universidad del Valle

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Education; Social Innovation; Other

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Deflection of multi-storey buildings containing shearwall

Understand the performance of wood shearwalls with respect to heightened seismic loads especially for multi-storey wood structures. The proposed project is conducted in collaboration with the Canadian Wood Council as the industrial partner, and it aims to address the impact of extending the light frame wood shearwalls to taller buildings especially as it pertains to wall deformation. The project will focus on experimental testing and analytical development to provide engineers with improved understanding of the shearwall behaviours, especially in high seismic regions. The Mitacs internships will focus on interacting directly with the CWC staff to conduct numerical analysis using their software to develop tools to achieve more efficient designs and ensure safety of buildings. New design rules backed by experimental and computational research on the deflection of shearwalls has potential to reduce the current practice of over-designing that introduces additional costs and affects the competitiveness of Canada’s forest products industry.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ghasan Doudak

Student:

Partner:

Canadian Wood Council

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Accelerate

Development of aptamer-based enzyme inhibitors for agricultural applications

DNA is a powerful tool for biological applications, including agriculture, because of its predictable properties and biocompatibility. This project will focus on the development of DNA tools for protection of crops. The ability to use these DNA tools to manage crops in a highly selective, low intensity manner can increase the sustainability of the agriculture industry as a whole, regardless of location. This new technology could be rapidly and cost effectively adopted by growers to manage agricultural pests that have developed resistance to current control measures, reducing input costs for growers and preserving crop yield potential of current agronomic systems.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Maria DeRosa

Student:

Partner:

Nufarm Agriculture Inc.

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Agriculture; Manufacturing

University:

Carleton University

Program:

Accelerate

Development of a bioinformatic workflow for comprehensive microbiome analysis and phenotype prediction on host and environmental health

Microbial life forms complex communities that sustain all other living organisms on our planet. These microbial communities can colonize various environments, from inside our intestinal tract to the extreme Arctic Ocean. The set of genes in these communities is called the microbiome, and its components determine the health or disease of humans and natural ecosystems. Therefore, analyzing the microbiome can be used for diagnostic assessment in diverse environments. Here, we propose the development of computational software that performs a comprehensive analysis of microbiome samples to evaluate disease risk to develop precise diagnoses of human and environmental health from microbiome data.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Casey Hubert

Student:

Partner:

BioAro

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Retail trade

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

Risk Assessment of Public and Asset Safety around AC Transmission Line Structures

Public and asset safety is essential for operation of electric utilities. In this project, risk assessment of public and asset safety around AC transmission line structures is proposed. It can be investigated through two aspects: 1) Public safety around AC transmission line structures during power line faulty conditions; and 2) Corrosion rates of transmission line structures affected by pipelines. Field data collected from SaskPower will be used in the project. A new design tool using MATLAB will be developed to assist SaskPower’s engineers in evaluating the public risk in a user-friendly graphical user interface. For the corrosion rate assessment, once the at-risk structures are identified, mitigation methods can be implemented, so utilities can be proactive in the asset management of stray and circulating current corrosion. This project provides much needed research in this important but rarely studied areas to enhance public and asset safety around transmission line structures.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Xiaodong Liang

Student:

Partner:

SaskPower

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Utilities

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Accelerate

Development and Efficacy of a Novel Iron-Based Supplement for Athletes

Iron deficiency is the most common and widespread nutritional disorder in the world. It is the leading cause of anemia (insufficient red blood cells in the body to transport oxygen to tissues) and can result in cognitive impairments such as poor memory, attention, and concentration as well as weakened immunity and susceptibility to infections. Although a well-balanced diet containing foods rich in iron is important, it is often not enough to overcome iron deficiency. Supplements are generally recommended for individuals with iron deficiency, however the amount of iron absorbed from supplements is low and the accompanying side effects (i.e., nausea, vomiting, and constipation) are unpleasant. As a solution, we are developing of a novel yeast-based iron supplement that could improve iron absorption and reduce the negative side effects associated with most iron supplements currently on the market. The objective of this study will be to assess whether the novel supplement is effective in enhancing iron levels in female athletes and to determine its mechanism of action….

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jane Shearer;Martin MacInnis

Student:

Partner:

Lallemand Bio Ingredients

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture; Manufacturing

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

Demain la forêt : Infrastructures vertes

Le réchauffement climatique apporte son lot de défi. Les infrastructures vertes, telles que les plantations d’arbres, peuvent offrir un potentiel de séquestration du carbone, mais aussi d’atténuation des impacts négatifs. Ce stage s’inscrit dans le cadre du projet Demain la Forêt qui évalue le potentiel d’implantation d’infrastructures vertes dans des coulées agricoles au Québec. Les stagiaires réaliseront d’une part une analyse coût-bénéfice avec une emphase sur la monétisation de ces bénéfices. L’objectif étant d’évaluer les services écosystémiques potentiels de ces infrastructures et d’évaluer les moyens de rétribution possibles. D’autre part, les stagiaires réaliseront des entretiens semi-dirigés auprès d’agriculteurs et d’agricultrices afin d’évaluer leurs perceptions à l’égard de ces infrastructures et d’identifier les freins et opportunités à ce type d’installation.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jérôme Dupras

Student:

Partner:

Jour de la Terre Canada

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Agriculture and Food; Sustainability and the Environment; Forestry

University:

Université du Québec en Outaouais

Program:

Accelerate

‘Pre-release’ baselines for compounds of concern in lakes of the Peace-Athabasca Delta before treated oil sands process water is discharged to the Athabasca River.

Federal and provincial governments are expected to approve release of treated oil sands process water (OSPW) into the Athabasca River to mitigate overabundance of mine wastewater and enable mine reclamation and closure. Concern is growing about the potential for downstream impacts on aquatic ecosystems at the Peace-Athabasca Delta. This project will generate critical knowledge to determine whether concentrations of compounds of concern increase once treated OSPW enters the river. The research will determine ‘pre-release’ baseline concentrations for key compound classes of concern (metals, total mercury, polycyclic aromatic compounds) from analysis of surface sediments collected in May 2023 from floodplain lakes before treated OSPW is released. The project takes advantage of rare widespread flooding since 2020 to determine pre-release concentrations in the rivers. The industrial partner and other stakeholders will employ the pre-release baselines to determine if and when discharge of treated OSPW begins to impact aquatic ecosystems in the delta.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Roland Hall

Student:

Partner:

Oil Sands Alliance Inc.

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Environmental Science and Technology; Water; Oil and Gas

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

The role of dietary alpha-linolenic acid in brain function

In multiple sclerosis (MS), the insulating ‘myelin sheath’ in the brain is damaged leading to neurological deficits. The repair of this myelin is important for the protection of nerve cells, but it is often incomplete. Dietary polyunsaturated fatty acids are thought to be beneficial, yet it is not well understood how these fats contribute to brain health. Dietary omega-3 fats can come from animal source, such as DHA and EPA in fish, or plant sources, such as ALA in grains. Flaxseed oil is high in omega-3 compared to other commercially available oils. The goal of this project is to determine the benefit of flax-based omega-3 fats in neurodegenerative conditions, such as MS. The interns with work in partnership with the Saskatchewan Flax Development Commission and the Canadian Light Source to understand the biological role of these polyunsaturated fatty acids using innovative methods. This will better inform human nutritional studies on the role of dietary flax in supporting optimal brain health.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Kendra L. Furber;Phyllis Paterson

Student:

Partner:

Saskatchewan Flax Development Commission;Canadian Light Source

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

University of Northern British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Topology and design optimization of airframe structures for acoustics and structural performance – Part 1

The proposed project outlines a collaboration between researchers at Queen’s University and engineers at Bombardier Inc. In this collaboration, researchers would develop new computational tools and methods for designing quiet aircraft with considerations for the total weight of the aircraft. The proposed Mitacs internships will strengthen collaboration efforts between Queen’s and Bombardier and facilitate use of Bombardier’s tools, expertise, and knowledge. Interns will benefit from the proposed internships by gaining valuable industry experience, advanced technical skills and soft skills as part of training the next generation of design engineers. The partner organization, Bombardier, will benefit from the proposed internships by closely working alongside development of the new design tools and methods. This will enhance the capabilities of the tools and ease their integration into Bombardier’s aircraft design process.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Il Yong Kim

Student:

Partner:

Bombardier Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Transportation and warehousing

University:

Queen's University

Program:

Accelerate

Commercialization Potential of British Columbia Feral hops for the Canadian Hop Industry

The Canadian hop industry requires supportive resources from the scientific community to develop
their own unique Canadian hop varieties with characteristics desirable to craft brewers. An alternative
to the time- and labour-intensive method of selective breeding, new hop varieties may be obtained by
identifying novel species in the wild. With its mild winters and long, sunny summers, southern BC was
once the largest hop producer in the British Commonwealth. Although most of the pioneering hop
farms have long since ceased operation, the numerous hop varieties that existed have escaped and
seeded wild populations (i.e. feral). These ‘heirloom’ feral hops are randomly mating in the wild
producing genetically new hop varieties that are unique to BC. The proposed research will build upon
research funded by a NSERC CCI ARC (2021) grant that found BC feral hops to be both genetically
and chemically diverse….

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ji Yong Yang

Student:

Partner:

Crescent Island Farms Ltd.;The Island Hop Company

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture; Manufacturing; Wholesale trade

University:

Langara College

Program:

Accelerate

Linking Soil, Vegetation Community, and Disturbance History to the Prevalence of Traditional Native Plants: An Indigenous-Driven Applied Research Initiative

There are disproportionate number of Federal Contaminated Sites found within Indigenous communities across Canada. As Indigenous peoples have unique ties to their lands, which serve as a means of sustainability and sovereignty, the impact of industrial processes on soil and vegetation within settlements is of utmost importance. This applied research project aims to address these concerns within the Peavine Métis Settlement, an indigenous community located just north of High Prairie, Alberta. Environmental monitors will be trained to collect soil and vegetation samples from field sites, process and analyze these samples, interpret the data generated, and communicate their findings to the Peavine community. These activities will address integral applied research questions focused on understanding the impact of industry and other disturbances on the lands and plants of traditional significance, which will facilitate the development of data-driven mitigation strategies that will ensure environmental sustainability.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Kelsey Bourgeois;Jeremy Wakaruk

Student:

Partner:

Peavine Metis Settlement

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Public administration

University:

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Program:

Accelerate

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