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Non-emerg. Patient Transfer Scheduling and Assignment

The objectives of this research project are to design and evaluate scheduling and assignment models to minimize travel costs and maximize the service level delivered for non-emergency patient transportation. This will be done using operations research, a branch of applied mathematics where models of a system are formulated to predict the system’s performance based on a given set of input parameters, system structure, and stakeholder actions. The objective is typically to determine the decision policies (i.e. stakeholder actions) which achieve a desired (or best) system performance. The primary contribution of this model is to design scheduling approaches to improve the efficiency of EMS patient transfer systems. Best practices for scheduling transfers produced from this study will be directly transferable to EMS systems around the world including those found in Nova Scotia and the Netherlands.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Peter VanBerkel;Uday Venkatadri

Student:

Partner:

Delft University of Technology

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Dalhousie University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Investigating Driving Condition Impact on Millimeter-wave (77GHz) Automotive Radar for Autonomous Vehicles

To enable the development of self-driving vehicles, an accurate characterization of automotive radar modules under various road or weather conditions is required to ensure reliability is maintained under all circumstances. With this fundamental building-block established, ACAMP will be able to support Canadian technology companies in the development of autonomous vehicles. This project will also provide the intern an opportunity to gain knowledge and practical experience in the field of millimeter-wave radar and the opportunity to network with the growing autonomous vehicle industry through ACAMP’s clients. The project involves reliability tests under different weather conditions such as extreme high and low temperatures, varying humidity levels, rainfall, and snowfall.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mojgan Daneshmand

Student:

Partner:

Alberta Centre for Advanced MNT Products

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Accelerate

Hyperstate: Communication between organizations In the Music Business

The current project intends to create a software platform solution that solves the communication between organizations in the Music Industry. Overall, the platform uses third party systems to achieve the requirements of the problem statement. Moreover, the platform is built over abstraction levels to integrate different components. The research of the integration of these parties including blockchain technologies will solve the data transmission and accountability responsible for the payment distribution of value in the specific use case of the Partner in the Music Industry. Specifically, transmit data among several organizations (labels, artists, distributors, etc efficiently) to make payments fast, securely, and reliable so achieving trust between the participants. The chain of the processes that are going to be defined will automate the accountable traditional processes. Each participant will get their payoffs more fairly and faster, improving and innovating the industry at the same time.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ralph Deters

Student:

Partner:

Membran Canada

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Accelerate

Villes et mobilité intelligentes : technologie et société

Ce programme de recherche vise à proposer une approche intégrée permettant aux villes de valoriser les technologies liées à la ville intelligente et aux transports intelligents, ainsi que les données collectées, dans l’optique de répondre aux besoins de déplacements des populations, d’améliorer la sécurité des citoyens et de promouvoir la mobilité intelligente et la logistique urbaine verte, tout en favorisant l’intégration urbaine et l’appropriation sociale de ces technologies. Ce projet permettra au partenaire, Jalon MTL, et aux municipalités visées, d’accélérer la mise en place de la ville et de la mobilité intelligentes.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Florence Paulhiac Scherrer;Nicolas Saunier;Nicolas Merveille;Hanane Dagdougui;Lucie Sauvé;Luis F. Miranda-Moreno;Walter Rei;Martin Trépanier;Geneviève Boisjoly;Nicolas Merveille

Student:

Partner:

Jalon Montréal

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Transportation (excluding aerospace); Information and Communications Technology; Public Service, Policy, and Governance

University:

École Polytechnique de Montréal; McGill University; Polytechnique Montréal; Université du Québec à Montréal

Program:

Accelerate

GIF Tools II – Advanced GeoPhysical Inversion II (Year Two)

Over the past 25 years researchers at the UBC Geophysical Inversion Facility (GIF) have generated forward modelling and inversion codes that deal with most types of data of interest to a consortium of mining companies. This proposal moves the research to applications in their corporate environments, and to advance the tools and understanding about how to use the research to date in an efficient manner to extract maximum information from their geophysical data. GIFtools, the computing software for carrying out advanced inversion, was developed for this purpose. This proposal will: (i) undertake further research and development of GIFtools as a computing environment to carry out advanced forward modelling and inversion of geophysical data; and further research and development of methodologies and inversion techniques to interpret magnetic data contaminated with remanence.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Douglas Oldenburg

Student:

Partner:

Anglo American Exploration;Barrick Gold Corporation (Toronto, ON);Glencore Canada Corporation;Glencore Canada Corporation - Raglan Mine;BC Works Rio Tinto;BHP Canada Inc.;Teck Resources Ltd (Vancouver, BC);Vale Canada

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Mining; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Development of Dielectric Coating for the Next Generation Wearable Heart Monitoring System

Electrocardiography or ECG is a technology that can be used to monitor the electrical activity of the heart over a long period of time. Such signals can be utilized for interpreting both the structure and function of the heart. Traditional ECG designs consist of several electrodes that need to be placed directly in contact with a patient’s skin. These metallic sensory electrodes are usually made into disc-like configuration and one of the major drawbacks is the inconsistency in signal recording due to poor skin contact from the non-flexible nature of the electrode design. Thus, HelpWear Inc., is intended to manufacture next generation ECG sensors by utilization of flexible polymeric based material to replace the traditional bulky ECG design and integrate novel materials for wearable healthcare applications.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Hani Naguib

Student:

Partner:

HelpWear

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

The estimation and prediction of crop biomass and final yield using UAV-based point cloud data

This study will focus on an alternative remote sensing method for crop long-term biomass monitoring and prediction of final yield using Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) based 3D point cloud data in Southwestern Ontario. Currently, biomass and yield are estimated from statistical and crop growth models. However, statistical models are only applicable for specific area or environmental conditions; crop growth models require many input parameters which are impractical for individual farmers. The allometric method could be an alternative for crop biomass estimation. Moreover, the key parameter, crop height, is difficult to obtain from satellite or airborne remote sensing data. According to the outcomes from my previous study, crop canopy height and LAI estimation methods using the UAV-based point cloud data could be valuable information on crop biomass estimation using the allometric method. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jinfei Wang

Student:

Partner:

A & L Canada Laboratories Inc.

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Agriculture; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Western University

Program:

Accelerate

Origine et dynamique plurimillénaire des peupleraies à la Forêt d’enseignement et de recherche (FER) de Macpès au Bas-Saint-Laurent

L’histoire et la dynamique des forêts en lien avec les incendies restent mal connues au Bas-Saint-Laurent. Les feux naturels sont relativement rares dans la région. Toutefois, l’omniprésence du peuplier faux-tremble semble étroitement associée à l’occurrence de feux récents, liés aux activités humaines. La FER de Macpès représente un terrain d’étude stratégique puisqu’une grande partie de son territoire s’est régénéré en peupleraies suite à un feu survenu en 1923. Ce projet vise à comprendre l’origine et la dynamique du peuplier faux-tremble à la FER, L’analyse des charbons de bois des sols de la FER permettra de déterminer le régime des feux naturels et identifier les espèces ligneuses qui ont brûlé à différentes périodes. Nous obtiendrons ainsi une reconstitution à l’échelle locale de la forêt préindustrielle, ainsi que les processus qui ont conduit à l’omniprésence actuelle des peupleraies. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Guillaume de Lafontaine

Student:

Partner:

Corporation de la forêt d'enseignement et de recherche Macpès

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Life Sciences (not health); Forestry; Sustainability & the Environment

University:

Université du Québec à Rimouski

Program:

Accelerate

Picking Up Our Medicine Bundles in a Modern Day Context

Communities in Northern Saskatchewan have overwhelming epidemic rates of suicide. This loss is compounded by the unresolved grief and inter-generational trauma associated with the legacy of residential schools. There is a clear connection between high suicide rates and the historical trauma experienced by Indigenous people. Mental health services for Indigenous youth in rural and remote communities are delivered by outsiders, through a medical “helicopter health” approach.
This research examines Indigenous methods of healing as a way toward a sustainable holistic youth healing program for rural and remote communities. The research findings will be prepared in a document to influence policy change with hopes that locally developed indigenous methods of healing are supported by policies that guarantee long term impact. We hope to strengthen and mobilize community processes from the inside-out; empowering Indigenous youth and families as they learn how to pick up their knowledge bundles in today’s world.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Siomonn Pulla

Student:

Partner:

Green Arrow

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

Royal Roads University

Program:

Accelerate

Collaborative Indigenous Media and Museums: Participatory Multimedia Production for Indigenous Art and Cultural Heritage

The Bill Reid Gallery (BRG) is a Vancouver based public art gallery committed to the display of contemporary cultural heritage of Coastal First Nations. In addition to traditional gallery exhibitions and programing, the BRG also creates an accessible archive for the communities they serve, the city of Vancouver and the general public.
This Elevate fellowship will support the applicant in the role of Visiting Media Curator at the BRG. Specifically, it will: 1) support the BRG in producing multimedia installations documenting the intangible qualities of the arts of First Nations; 2) facilitate BRG collaborations with First Nations artists and broader Indigenous communities; 3) assess the role of interactive media in its ability to engage intangible cultural knowledge audiences, impact visitation and raise funds for future projects. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Kate Hennessy

Student:

Partner:

Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Simon Fraser University

Program:

Elevate

Maturité en gestion de projet Industrie 4.0.

La transition des PME vers la quatrième révolution industrielle est un projet pertinent et de grande envergure pour se développer et performer. Ce nouvel âge industriel est caractérisé par la fusion des technologies dans le processus de production permettant aux manufacturiers de rendre leur usine intelligente qui livre des livrables « produits et services » aussi intelligents et interconnectés. C’est ainsi qu’ADFAST poursuit des projets stratégiques de transformation numérique dans l’objectif de renforcer ses avantages concurrentiels. L’objet de la recherche proposée est d’analyser l’ensemble des facteurs et approches de gestion du projet (facteurs critiques de succès (FCS)) de transition vers l’industrie 4.0 qui peuvent influencer la performance d’ADFAST. Il s’agit aussi de voir comment le degré de maturité numérique d’ADFAST peut renforcer cette influence.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Christophe Bredillet

Student:

Partner:

ADFAST Corp

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Program:

Accelerate

A Feasibility Study of a Measure of Resiliency in a Vulnerable Population

Managing daily life can be overwhelming when living with low income, mental illness, addiction, and social isolation/discrimination. When crises occur, intergenerational cycles of trauma can result. Social support and strength can be found in families and support systems, but these are often not ideal. This research project will result in a measurement of resiliency in a vulnerable population at Calgary Urban Project Society (CUPS) Health Education Housing. We will include resiliency in: economic (housing, food, education); social-emotional (community involvement, self-regulation, and involvement in the justice system); physical and mental health; and childhood development. We will engage with clients in developing a measure of resiliency, and make sure that it is a good fit for measuring resiliency in this vulnerable population. We will copyright and share this CUPS Resiliency Matrix (RMX) with other agencies in Calgary, provincially, nationally, and internationally.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Carla Ginn

Student:

Partner:

Calgary Urban Project Society

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

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