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Opioid Use in Pediatric-Onset Inflammatory Bowel Disease – Year two

Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have an inflamed digestive tract and experience diarrhea, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Youth with IBD are six times more likely to take opioids than youth without IBD. We are currently in the midst of an opioid crisis. In 2016, there were almost 3000 deaths related to opioid use in Canada. This increased to nearly 4000 deaths in 2017. Since 2001, opioid-related deaths have increased by 345% in the United States. IBD patients taking opioids have a poorer quality of life, regardless of how severe their IBD is. I will use health administrative data housed at the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences (ICES) to (1) examine trends in opioid prescriptions for children and young adults with and without IBD; (2) identify characteristics of patients who are more likely to take opioids; and (3) evaluate the impact of opioid use on use of health care services, IBD-related surgeries, addiction services, and death. Understanding patterns and the impact of opioid use will allow for creation of strategies to decrease opioid use in IBD and support ICES in their mission to improve health and health care through data and discovery.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Eric Benchimol

Student:

Partner:

Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences (Toronto, ON);University of Ottawa

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Pharmaceuticals

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Elevate

Opioid Use in Pediatric-Onset Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have an inflamed digestive tract and experience diarrhea, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Youth with IBD are six times more likely to take opioids than youth without IBD. We are currently in the midst of an opioid crisis. In 2016, there were almost 3000 deaths related to opioid use in Canada. This increased to nearly 4000 deaths in 2017. Since 2001, opioid-related deaths have increased by 345% in the United States. IBD patients taking opioids have a poorer quality of life, regardless of how severe their IBD is. I will use health administrative data housed at the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences (ICES) to (1) examine trends in opioid prescriptions for children and young adults with and without IBD; (2) identify characteristics of patients who are more likely to take opioids; and (3) evaluate the impact of opioid use on use of health care services, IBD-related surgeries, addiction services, and death. Understanding patterns and the impact of opioid use will allow for creation of strategies to decrease opioid use in IBD and support ICES in their mission to improve health and health care through data and discovery.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Eric Benchimol

Student:

Partner:

Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences (Toronto, ON);University of Ottawa

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Pharmaceuticals

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Elevate

Conception d’une méthode pour déterminer la capacité d’un complexe manufacturier d’entretien, de réparation et de remise à niveau, avec application dans un contexte de turbines industrielles

La planification des opérations de maintenance est une tâche compliquée car elle est difficilement prévisible. La détermination des points bloquants dans la production permettra de mieux les éliminer et ainsi de réduire le temps de réparation des turbines. Pour cela, le stagiaire cherchera dans un premier temps à trouver le meilleur logiciel pour faire cette simulation puis il le mettra en place en collectant les informations nécessaires auprès du personnel responsable de la planification et des opérateurs. Une fois que la modélisation de l’état actuel sera correct, le stagiaire pourra mettre en place une optimisation de l’ordonnancement. Pour finir, il transmettra les connaissances qu’il aura acquises au personnel du service des opérations du partenaire.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Yvan Beauregard;Mustapha Ouhimmou

Student:

Partner:

Siemens Canada (Dorval, QC)

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Information and cultural industries; Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program:

Accelerate

Effects of low-dose radiation on immune parameters, antioxidant and metabolic signalling and implications in the development and progression of mammary cancer – Year two

Recent studies have called into question the Linear No Threshold (LNT) model of radiation protection, which predicts a linear increase in cancer risk with low-dose radiation exposure. However, current experimental evidence suggests that low-dose radiation (LDR, <0.1 Gy) elicits a non-linear response in biological systems and may result in beneficial effects, such as activation of anti-tumor immunity. Unfortunately, these studies lack detailed and mechanistic evidence to test the validity of the LNT model. As identified at a recent CANDU Owners Group (COG) workshop as well as in the COG Strategic R&D Program, there is a need to address Canadian public concerns surrounding exposures to low dose anthropogenic radiation. These concerns, as well as the validity of the LNT model, can only be addressed through comprehensive and mechanistic radiobiological studies. This project will provide a systematic and detailed investigation of the effects of LDR on immune system and implications in mammary cancer development and progression. Results of the project will provide the knowledge base and understanding of biological effects of low-dose radiation and inform regulators and policy makers so that more reliable radioprotection standards can be adopted.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Seung-Hwan Lee

Student:

Partner:

Conexus Nuclear Inc.;University of Ottawa

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Energy and Utilities; Public Service, Policy, and Governance

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Elevate

Effects of low-dose radiation on immune parameters, antioxidant and metabolic signalling and implications in the development and progression of mammary cancer

Recent studies have called into question the Linear No Threshold (LNT) model of radiation protection, which predicts a linear increase in cancer risk with low-dose radiation exposure. However, current experimental evidence suggests that low-dose radiation (LDR, <0.1 Gy) elicits a non-linear response in biological systems and may result in beneficial effects, such as activation of anti-tumor immunity. Unfortunately, these studies lack detailed and mechanistic evidence to test the validity of the LNT model. As identified at a recent CANDU Owners Group (COG) workshop as well as in the COG Strategic R&D Program, there is a need to address Canadian public concerns surrounding exposures to low dose anthropogenic radiation. These concerns, as well as the validity of the LNT model, can only be addressed through comprehensive and mechanistic radiobiological studies. This project will provide a systematic and detailed investigation of the effects of LDR on immune system and implications in mammary cancer development and progression. Results of the project will provide the knowledge base and understanding of biological effects of low-dose radiation and inform regulators and policy makers so that more reliable radioprotection standards can be adopted.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Seung-Hwan Lee

Student:

Partner:

Conexus Nuclear Inc.;University of Ottawa

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Energy and Utilities; Public Service, Policy, and Governance

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Elevate

Forced Air Ozone Reactor and Advanced Oxidative Process as an Alternative to Post-harvest Washing for Decontaminating Fresh Produce – Year two

The project will develop aqueous-free systems for decontaminating (i.e. inactivation of human pathogens and spoilage microbes) fresh produce that can be applied individually or sequentially. The first intervention is based on a forced-air ozone reactor that introduces the antimicrobial gas through the bed of produced at a controlled flow rate. The advantage of the method is large batches of produce can be treated and supports a higher log reductions of bacteria compared to when ozone is applied to storage rooms. The second intervention is based on Advanced Oxidative Process (AOP) that generates a cloud of antimicrobial radicles from the degradation of ozone and hydrogen peroxide that can decontaminate the surface, in addition to sub-surface. Each of the treatments will be modelled using Surface Response Methodology that will be used to optimize (log reduction of relevant pathogens and retention of sensor quality) each of the treatment parameters. The research will deliver aqueous-free decontamination methods as an alternative or supplement to post-harvest washing. In addition to being a more effective decontamination methods, the interventions will provide water savings and the potential to degrade pesticides. The participating partner will benefit from the expertise of the applicants knowledge of engineering, microbiology and food safety.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Keith Warriner

Student:

Partner:

Clean Works

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Guelph

Program:

Elevate

Forced Air Ozone Reactor and Advanced Oxidative Process as an Alternative to Post-harvest Washing for Decontaminating Fresh Produce

The project will develop aqueous-free systems for decontaminating (i.e. inactivation of human pathogens and spoilage microbes) fresh produce that can be applied individually or sequentially. The first intervention is based on a forced-air ozone reactor that introduces the antimicrobial gas through the bed of produced at a controlled flow rate. The advantage of the method is large batches of produce can be treated and supports a higher log reductions of bacteria compared to when ozone is applied to storage rooms. The second intervention is based on Advanced Oxidative Process (AOP) that generates a cloud of antimicrobial radicles from the degradation of ozone and hydrogen peroxide that can decontaminate the surface, in addition to sub-surface. Each of the treatments will be modelled using Surface Response Methodology that will be used to optimize (log reduction of relevant pathogens and retention of sensor quality) each of the treatment parameters. The research will deliver aqueous-free decontamination methods as an alternative or supplement to post-harvest washing. In addition to being a more effective decontamination methods, the interventions will provide water savings and the potential to degrade pesticides. The participating partner will benefit from the expertise of the applicants knowledge of engineering, microbiology and food safety.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Keith Warriner

Student:

Partner:

Clean Works;University of Guelph

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Guelph

Program:

Elevate

Effectiveness of vegetation and habitat characteristics as predictors of insect parasitoid populations – Year two

Climate change, land development, invasive species, and other disturbances can alter the composition, structure, and functions of native vegetation across landscapes. These disturbances also impact insect parasitoids, which are a key, and often overlooked, component of biodiversity. By their ability to control other insect populations, they are integral for fostering resilient and functional forests. Understanding and monitoring vegetation structure and composition and how it relates to parasitoid populations will help to quickly detect, measure, and forecast negative changes to forest ecosystems. This research will explore the link between plant and parasitoid populations across forests of different successional stages and disturbance regimes to provide (1) a strong basis on which to create and improve ecological restoration and rehabilitation programs and (2) data on the relationship between vegetation and parasitoids to identify and detect the effects of future disturbances and cascade effects on animal species as part of regular, long-term management of forests. This is especially relevant in Ontario as invasive species, such as the emerald ash borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire (Coleoptera: Buprestidae), continue to spread rapidly throughout the province having detrimental impacts on forests across the landscape.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephen Murphy

Student:

Partner:

rare Charitable Research Reserve;University of Waterloo

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation; Other services (except public administration)

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Elevate

Effectiveness of vegetation and habitat characteristics as predictors of insect parasitoid populations

Climate change, land development, invasive species, and other disturbances can alter the composition, structure, and functions of native vegetation across landscapes. These disturbances also impact insect parasitoids, which are a key, and often overlooked, component of biodiversity. By their ability to control other insect populations, they are integral for fostering resilient and functional forests. Understanding and monitoring vegetation structure and composition and how it relates to parasitoid populations will help to quickly detect, measure, and forecast negative changes to forest ecosystems. This research will explore the link between plant and parasitoid populations across forests of different successional stages and disturbance regimes to provide (1) a strong basis on which to create and improve ecological restoration and rehabilitation programs and (2) data on the relationship between vegetation and parasitoids to identify and detect the effects of future disturbances and cascade effects on animal species as part of regular, long-term management of forests. This is especially relevant in Ontario as invasive species, such as the emerald ash borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire (Coleoptera: Buprestidae), continue to spread rapidly throughout the province having detrimental impacts on forests across the landscape.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephen Murphy

Student:

Partner:

rare Charitable Research Reserve;University of Waterloo

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation; Other services (except public administration)

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Elevate

Quantifying the value and risk of restoring wetland habitats in agricultural landscapes – Year two

Wetlands provide critical habitat and valuable ecosystem services. Land use conversion in Ontario, however, has led to substantial wetland loss. The restoration of wetlands on agricultural properties has the potential to offset wetland loss, yet these wetlands are also susceptible to contamination by pesticides. Our research will therefore establish: (1) to what degree restored wetlands retain pesticides, (2) whether restored wetlands with varying concentrations of pesticides support wildlife, specifically aquatic invertebrates, and (3) whether invertebrates that disperse through the terrestrial landscape can differentiate between contaminated and uncontaminated aquatic habitats. We expect that restored wetlands in agricultural settings will accumulate pesticides, and will be low quality habitat (i.e., sinks) for sensitive insect species, which will not be able to preferentially choose uncontaminated habitats. However, we also expect that less sensitive species will not be greatly impacted by pesticide load, and may therefore benefit from restored wetlands. This project will allow the postdoctoral applicant to apply her current research interests in the assembly of aquatic communities to a conservation issue. Our work will also benefit Ducks Unlimited Canada, who are evaluating the risk of pesticides to wetland function, and who can redirect restoration strategies and methodologies based on our results.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Rebecca Rooney

Student:

Partner:

Ducks Unlimited Canada (MB)

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Life Sciences (not health); Water; Natural Resources

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Elevate

Quantifying the value and risk of restoring wetland habitats in agricultural landscapes

Wetlands provide critical habitat and valuable ecosystem services. Land use conversion in Ontario, however, has led to substantial wetland loss. The restoration of wetlands on agricultural properties has the potential to offset wetland loss, yet these wetlands are also susceptible to contamination by pesticides. Our research will therefore establish: (1) to what degree restored wetlands retain pesticides, (2) whether restored wetlands with varying concentrations of pesticides support wildlife, specifically aquatic invertebrates, and (3) whether invertebrates that disperse through the terrestrial landscape can differentiate between contaminated and uncontaminated aquatic habitats. We expect that restored wetlands in agricultural settings will accumulate pesticides, and will be low quality habitat (i.e., sinks) for sensitive insect species, which will not be able to preferentially choose uncontaminated habitats. However, we also expect that less sensitive species will not be greatly impacted by pesticide load, and may therefore benefit from restored wetlands. This project will allow the postdoctoral applicant to apply her current research interests in the assembly of aquatic communities to a conservation issue. Our work will also benefit Ducks Unlimited Canada, who are evaluating the risk of pesticides to wetland function, and who can redirect restoration strategies and methodologies based on our results.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Rebecca Rooney

Student:

Partner:

Ducks Unlimited Canada (MB);University of Waterloo

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Life Sciences (not health); Water; Natural Resources

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Elevate

A Research on the Tang Buddhist Palace Chapels

I will continue my research on Chinese Buddhism at UBC, with a focus on Tang Buddhist Palace Chapels. The Tang Buddhist palace chapels which are special products of satisfying the royal family’s religious and political needs actually combine religious sanctification and political momentum in the virtue of sacred space, in order to meet the needs of the Tang royal family’s Buddhist belief and consolidate the rule of imperial power. I would like to take advantage of the existing handed-down documents, unearthed information and the materials of the stone inscriptions, in order to reconstruct the historic events happened in the Tang Buddhist palace chapels and the famous monks and nuns of the palace chapels who are not known by the later generations because of a variety of political, historical and religious reasons. It contributes to combine overall grasp and case analysis, in order to elucidate clearly the true historical original appearances, the functions of the palace chapels and the close relationship between the palace chapels and politics as far as possible.
With the help of international academic communication, I will enrich the content of the doctoral dissertation and modify it for the first draft by utilizing… [TBC]

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jinhua Chen

Student:

Partner:

Renmin University of China

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Other

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Globalink Research Award

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