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Disappearing, Surviving, and Thriving: Daoists at Baiyun guan in Early Modern China

Contemporary Daoist leaders in North China often consider their religion was poorly organized and therefore weak: their efforts at institutionalization and modernization are, therefore, described in terms of revitalization in the face of decline. The case of Baiyun guan
(White Cloud Abbey) in Peking during the early 20th century, however, shows otherwise. Baiyun guan, initially built as a memorial shrine of the Daoist master Qiu Changchun during the Mongol Yuan dynasty, became the seat of the Quanzhen Daoist patriarchal lineage under the name Changchun gong. Active still today, it now serves as the head Daoist monastery of Quanzhen Daoism. By looking at Daoists’ lives at Baiyun guan, I argue that although Daoism might struggle within modern, highly pluralist and competitive Chinese society, Daoists, by actively engaging with social changes and competing with rival lineages, were far more creative and resilient in terms of preserving their own beliefs. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

George Keyworth

Student:

Partner:

Capital Normal University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Globalink Research Award

A Sense of Self: Examining the Relationship between Chinese Religion and Self-Identity

My project will be examining different aspects of Chinese popular religion, including online representations, physical landmarks, and firsthand accounts, and drawing connections between popular religion in China and the self- and community-identities of lay practitioners in Beijing. I will be visiting sites in Beijing, including St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Yonghe Gong, and Baiyun Guan, examining primary and secondary online sources for each of these sites, and conducting interviews with practitioners of these three religions, Christianity, Taoism, and Buddhism. The goal of this research project is to draw connections between the resurgence of popular religion in China and the ways in which identities of practitioners have been shaped by it.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Susan Andrews

Student:

Partner:

Tsinghua University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

Mount Allison University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Development of twin-electrode electric arc furnace for resource recovery

Our ever-increasing needs for material and energy to sustain our modern lifestyle put an increasingly difficult-to-bear stresses on the extraction, harvesting, transformation and utilization of natural resources and their disposal (or waste), which ultimately lead to environmental, economical, political and societal consequences. Researchers from PyroGenesis Canada Inc. and the Plasma Processing Laboratory of McGill University have recognized the potential of the electric arc furnace technology to provide solutions to these major issues while providing opportunities for economic growth and creating more high-tech job opportunities to Canadians.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sylvain Coulombe

Student:

Partner:

PyroGenesis

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

McGill University

Program:

Accelerate

Biomimetic Molecularly Imprinted Polymers: A New Quorum Sensing Capturing Agent to Prevent Bacterial Biofilm Formation

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is a Gram-negative pathogen that is frequently related to nosocomial infections. The bacterial biofilm controlled by quorum sensing system allows P. aeruginosa to adhere to any surface and protect it from antibacterial treatments, such as antibiotics and heat treatment. The novel invention strategy developed in this project is to inhibit P. aeruginosa biofilm formation by developing molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) to capture quorum sensing signal molecules (i.e, N-3-oxo-dodecanoyl-L-Homoserine lactone (C12-AHL)). MIPs are synthesized by bulk- and precipitation-polymerization with the presence of C12-AHL as template. The adsorption capacity of MIPs and the corresponding blank polymer toward C12-AHL will be tested. Biofilm formation in the presence and absence of MIPs will be studied using scanning confocal laser microscopy and crystal violet staining assay. Our developed MIPs is expected to show better binding capacity towards signal molecules and effectively inhibit biofilm formation compared to the control group.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Xiaonan Lu

Student:

Partner:

Tianjin University of Science and Technology

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Assessment of Urban Nonpoint Source Pollution in the Middle Grand River Watershed

The Grand River Water Management Plan is a collaborative initiative endorsed by more than 30 partner organizations, outlining best value solutions to current watershed challenges. The Plan identifies knowledge gaps, including the need to better understand the impacts of urban stormwater on the Grand River. The proposed research project draws on existing water quality and flow monitoring data to characterize urban nonpoint source pollution in the Middle Grand River and its tributaries. This involves regional- and subwatershed-scale analyses of data to describe temporal (e.g., seasonal) and spatial trends in phosphorus and sediment levels in the watercourses. Preliminary identification of urban nonpoint “source areas” will draw on water quality data and land use mapping resources. This work will address knowledge gaps, inform municipal infrastructure master planning processes (stormwater, wastewater), and provide valuable context for meeting future phosphorus loading targets to be established for Lake Erie under the Canada-US Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Monica Emelko

Student:

Partner:

Grand River Conservation Authority

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Public administration

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Characterization and Improvement of Interfacial Properties of Cathode Materials for Rechargeable Hybrid Aqueous Batteries

Using surface characterization techniques, the relationship between the surface hydrophilicity level of the positive electrode and the electrochemical performance of a rechargeable aqueous battery system will be investigated. Oxygen is generated during the battery operation due to the decomposing of water, the solvent for the electrolyte, and may cover the surface of the positive electrode, thus hinder the battery operation. It is postulated that in the case of hydrophilic cathode, the oxygen bubbles created inside the battery will not prevent the wetting of the positive electrode with the aqueous electrolyte. Hence, a more hydrophilic electrode material will enhance the cycling stability and eliminate capacity fading of the battery system. Effect of different components of the positive electrode and the electrolyte will be investigated using surface characterization and electrochemical techniques in this research.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Pu Chen

Student:

Partner:

Positec Canada Ltd

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Innovative Game-Based Rehabilitation Platform for children with motor and cognitive impairments due to neuro-developmental disorders and acquired brain injuries

We have developed an innovative computer-aided, game-based platform for rehabilitation. The platform includes an embedded automated assessment subsystem, which provides electronic measures of fine and gross motor skills and specific psychomotor skills. The primary objective of this research project is to evaluate the test-retest reliability and convergent validity of the standardized assessment subsystem embedded into our game-based rehabilitation platform. A second objective will be to organize and start an exploratory randomized clinical trial, which will evaluate the feasibility and benefits of the game-based rehabilitation program on manual dexterity skills in the children with cerebral palsy. We expect the research to yield a broad spectrum of validated electronic records of upper extremity function, a host of engaging, high quality exercises, and therapeutic game design principles which can be used to enhance the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs. In addition, we aim to identify specific child and environmental characteristics associated with effective use of this type of technology. We expect this initial research program to develop into a fruitful and prosperous long-term collaborative research program between our respective University departments. Importantly we hope to become competitive for major National and International (Canada-India) funding opportunities.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Tony Szturm

Student:

Partner:

Christian Medical College

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

University:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Low Pressure Cold Spray Technology-based Repair Process for Damaged Automotive Aluminum Alloys Panels

Al6022 alloy has excellent physical and mechanical properties suitable for a number of applications. In particular, its high strength/weight ratio makes it an ideal metal for automotive applications, where weight reduction is of significant concern. Unfortunately, this alloy, as many
other Al-based alloys are susceptible to denting. At present, the repair possibilities for damaged Al6022 automotive panels are very limited, while their exposure to denting is unavoidable. The main objective of the project is to develop and apply the Low Pressure Cold Spray (LPCS)-based process for repair of dented Al6022 automotive panels. The proposed repair technology is highly efficient and completely compatible with automotive panel surface grinding/polishing and painting processes used in the industry. The project results have the potential to benefit the Canadian economy by offering a new aluminum body repair technology to the thousands of automotive body repair shops.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Andrzej Sobiesiak;Tricia Carmichael

Student:

Partner:

Tessonics Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Windsor

Program:

Accelerate

Pelvic Floor Health and Sexual Well-Being in Women Across the Lifespan

The promotion and maintenance of women’s pelvic floor health is a growing concern as pelvic disorders affect a substantial number of women and their prevalence is expected to increase as a result of Canada’s aging population. Pelvic floor disorders go beyond their physical consequences as they can negatively impact women’s psychological, sexual, and social quality of life. Evidence strongly suggests pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) can contribute to the promotion and maintenance of pelvic floor health and to the treatment of symptoms associated to pelvic floor disorders. However, the associations between women’s pelvic floor health and sexual health across the lifespan require further attention from research and the factors that contribute to adherence of PFMT are still poorly understood. Improving evidence-based knowledge in these areas is critical in the development interventions and products aimed at maintenance and promotion of pelvic health and treatment of pelvic floor disorders.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Elke Reissing

Student:

Partner:

WOW Tech Canada Ltd

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Technology

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Accelerate

Developing Practical Tools for Increasing Health Literacy Related to HIV

Since low health literacy is associated with poor health outcomes (e.g., poor management of chronic diseases – like HIV), which impacts the cost of healthcare in Canada, the current project aims to mitigate the effects of low health literacy. A recent report released by the Ontario HIV Treatment Network (OHTN) highlighted that considering health literacy skills of health care providers is equally important as the users of information. This project will generate practical materials (modules, tools, graphics for website development, etc.) for improving health literacy that will be distributed by OHTN to front-line service providers working with populations at risk for and those already living with HIV. The aim of this project is to improve the resources made available to encourage greater health literacy/numeracy on HIV among both service providers and their clients/patients and to develop a standard set of research protocols for OHTN’s future projects examining health literacy/numeracy.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ken Cramer

Student:

Partner:

Ontario HIV Treatment Network

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

University of Windsor

Program:

Accelerate

Explaining Discrepancies between De Jure and De Facto Exchange Rate Regimes: A Constructivist Approach

Why some states publicly announce one type of exchange rate regime but in fact adopt another? Do states try to manipulate their currencies by creating discrepancies between words and deeds? My research intends to provide an ideational explanation to the gaps between de jure and de facto exchange rate regimes. More specifically, I argue that the classification and verification of exchange rate regime is a social fact rather than a “brutal fact”, and the ideas and perceptions held by national policy makers regarding proper government intervention lead them to code and frame regime choice in accordance with local understanding. Therefore, if policy makers
perceive exchange rate management differently from neoliberal orthodoxy, they will be more likely to be judged as “renege” on policy proclamation by neoliberalism-based de facto classification.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Yves Tiberghien

Student:

Partner:

Peking University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Study of advanced porous materials for airfoil noise reduction

The noise caused by the intense interaction between men and machines, becomes a serious hazard to human health. The noise generated aerodynamically by airfoil shaped parts, is one of the most challenging noise production mechanism, present in office and kitchen appliances, wind-energy, automotive and aeronautical sector applications. Several authors, including the project applicant and its supervising professor, have extensively studied airfoil noise production mechanisms and reduction technologies. In state-of-the-art designs, the use of advanced porous materials (liners) is recognized as the most efficient way of reducing noise. This project intends to combine the applicant and supervising professor’s solid experimental and theoretical background on this topic with the expertise of the company Mecanum on the development, characterization and application of advanced porous materials. The joint strengths promise to bring high-end academic knowledge to industrial applications, enlarging the company’s range of action and possible patents and scientific publications.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stéphane Moreau

Student:

Partner:

Mecanum Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Accelerate

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