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Regional Risk Assessment of Underground Metro Infrastructure under Different Dynamic Loads

Underground metro infrastructures are subjected to different types of dynamic loads that would hinder their ability to function properly. This proposed research aims to assess the risks of city-scale underground tunnel networks under both periodic human-induced vibrations (i.e., blasting and drilling vibrations) and short-term extreme earthquake hazards. We will develop a GIS model for the tunnel soil/rock profiles in Montreal by synthesizing a comprehensive dataset for tunnel designs, embedment depths, and soil/rock properties from geotechnical surveys. Using the GIS data, we will develop high-fidelity three-dimensional (3D) finite element (FE) models to examine the dynamic behaviors of tunnels with interface conditions, namely segment joints where tunnel designs change and/or soil/rock profiles vary discontinuously. We will focus on examining to what degree the interface boundary would respond differently than other locations. Subsequently, we will expand the analyses to two-dimensional (2D) probabilistic FE analyses on the city-scale tunnel-soil/rock portfolios to evaluate the time-history responses of tunnels under varying levels of above-mentioned dynamic loads. The associated response demands will be convolved with stress limits and loading models to assess the regional risks of tunnel lines. Finally, we will incorporate the associated risk outputs into the GIS model to facilitate data visualization and risk interpretation.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Yazhou Tim Xie

Student:

Han Lin

Partner:

Société de transport de Montréal

Discipline:

Engineering - civil

Sector:

Transportation and warehousing

University:

McGill University

Program:

Accelerate

Development and preclinical evaluation of R-Sulforaphane-based therapeutics in treatment of chronic kidney disease

R-Sulforaphane (R-SFN) is a naturally occurring phytochemical that can be found in most of cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and kale. R-SFN has been shown in many research studies holding therapeutic promise for many chronic diseases. We propose to develop more advanced methodologies to product, purify and formulate R-SFN. We also propose to evaluate the therapeutic effect and safety profile of R-SFN in treating chronic kidney disease (CKD) in a rat model. If successful, the new developed product will benefit millions of patients who are suffering CKD by extending their life span and improving their life quality.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Caigan Du

Student:

Jian Gao

Partner:

Pharmaplanter Technologies Inc

Discipline:

Medicine

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Developing new drawing techniques to create believable Black hair in 2D Animation, and its role in increasing representation of African heritage in mainstream kids media.

Through iterative design and experimentation, this research aims to overcome the technical challenge of creating an authentic and respectful representation of African American hairstyles in mainstream 2D Animation.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Juan Carlos Lopez de la Torre;Glenn Sylvester

Student:

JoWayne McFarlane

Partner:

Atomic Cartoons

Discipline:

Other

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

Capilano University

Program:

Accelerate

Development of a textile-based sensor for measuring body fluid

Heart failure (HF) is the third most common reason for hospitalization in Canada, where, the direct health care costs of HF are $2.8 billion. HF affects 600,000 Canadians with median survival of only 1.5 years after diagnosis. HF patients stay longer at hospital. Even after discharge, 1 out of 5 of patients returns to the hospital within a month. The major complaint of HF patients is shortness of breath due to extra water in their body and lungs. Thus, monitoring of body water is an important challenge in HF, especially at home settings. Unfortunately, current technologies for remote monitoring/measuring of body water in HF population have low accuracy or require surgery to be implanted inside the body.
To conveniently measure body water at home, we are developing a sensor, called Heart Health Clothes (H2C), that can be embedded inside patients clothes or wearables such as watches or patches. H2C is easy for patients to use without assistance at home, and for care-providers to use in a point of care fashion. Unlike other at-home monitoring devices, this new technology provides a fully integrated system that requires no more work than putting on a piece of clothing.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Azadeh Yadollahi

Student:

Nasim Montazeri;Bryan Piper;Robert Amelard

Partner:

BioSenseTex

Discipline:

Engineering - biomedical

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

Injury, Concussion and Performance in the Canadian Premier League

Injuries and concussions are common in soccer and can result in time loss from sport. To prevent injuries and concussions we must first understand the burden and risk factors for injury. Therefore the purpose of this four year study is to: 1) understand the burden of injury and concussion; 2) risk factors for injury and concussion; 3) identify and develop of targeted prevention strategies; 4) evaluate the effect of these prevention strategies on risk of injury and concussion and 5) team performance in the Canadian Premier League (CPL). This work has the potential to decrease the burden of injury and concussion and optimize the safety of professional soccer in Canada. Elite Sport and Athletic Development and Rehabilitation will benefit by actively engaging as the partner organization involved in the integrated process of working with teams in the CPL and implementing processes and, potentially, policies aimed at preventing injuries and concussions.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Kathryn Schneider;Kati Pasanen;Reed Ferber

Student:

Chris Rusling

Partner:

Elite Athletic Development and Rehabilitation

Discipline:

Kinesiology

Sector:

Health care and social assistance

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

Design and Development of a Novel Web Application for Enhanced User Experience of Digital Books

The research project collaboration between APCI and WIMTACH will involve the identification of best technology methods and processes that will enable new modes of publishing to bridge the gap between the traditional paper and online methods. The focus will be on the efficiency of delivery so that cost models are minimized, opening new opportunities for authors, including those from disadvantaged communities, to publish novel material. The student intern will learn first hand experience on these new technologies and its applications to the current APCI platform. On the other hand, APCI will be able to bring their product to market and generate revenue, as well as, increase employment for the company.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Angamuthu Tiruchengode Vijayalakshmi

Student:

Asylhan Ukenov

Partner:

Applied Program Consulting Inc

Discipline:

Other

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

Centennial College

Program:

Accelerate

Improving Production Management in a Modular Construction Facility Using Data Modeling and Analytics

Prefabricated construction, as an alternative to the traditional stick-built construction, has its advantages in shortening the schedules and reduce onsite construction exposure. The prefabricated construction components are often produced in offsite controlled environment and shipped to site for installation. Due to its similarity to manufacturing, prefabricated construction provides opportunities for continuous productivity improvements. Through such improvements, production data is required and critical to construct analytical models for measuring progresses. Alantra Leasing (hereinafter “Alantra”) is a New Brunswick-based modular manufacturer for mobile office trailers. In this proposed research project, the intern will work closely with the team at Alantra to develop an analytical model to analyze its ongoing production by incorporating Lean manufacturing principles. The intern will collect data at the Alantra facility and use it for modeling and validation. The outputs from this research can be used by Alantra to continuously evaluate its production, identify, and resolve bottlenecks and plan for increases production capacity.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Zhen Lei;Jeff Rankin

Student:

Alyssa van de Riet

Partner:

Alantra Leasing

Discipline:

Engineering - civil

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure

University:

University of New Brunswick

Program:

Accelerate

Developing species-habitat conservation models for priority, wetland-dependent birds in Eastern Canada

Wetland-dependent birds, notably waterfowl, are prominent features of the conservation landscape in Eastern Canada, Ducks and geese in particular denote seasonality through their spectacular migrations, are key harvested species in many regions, and are often visible to connect the public with the sense of “wild”. However, populations of most of these species in Eastern Canada remain below targets set under the North American Waterfowl Conservation Plan, which may be due in part to threats or changes to breeding habitats. This project will develop species-habitat models for 6 priority waterbird species in Eastern Canada, using data collected over multiple decades, identify those habitats that appear most or least suitable for the various species, and in particular, will example practical habitat management in the past that has benefitted species as conservation recommendations for future actions.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mark Mallory

Student:

Kristin Bianchini

Partner:

Ducks Unlimited Canada

Discipline:

Biology

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

Acadia University

Program:

Accelerate

Discovering causal variants controlling ripening period, phenolic content and softening during storage in apple (Malus domestica).

Apples are among Canada’s most valuable fruit crops, and the improvement of apple varieties is crucial for the success of the industry. Breeding apples is expensive and time consuming, requiring decades of investment. A better understanding of the relationship between genetics and fruit traits will allow for more efficient breeding. Current apple breeding techniques make use of genetic markers, but these markers are of limited use. Identification of the causal DNA directly controlling fruit traits will enable more efficient breeding methods and the creation of new apple varieties through genome editing. The proposed research aims to identify the causal DNA responsible for ripening period, nutritional content and softening in apples. DNA from apple trees exhibiting the most extreme manifestations of these traits will be pooled, sequenced and compared to determine which alleles are responsible for each trait. Partner organizations I-INC and iBoost will benefit from this project by contributing to innovation and technology development in Canada, and by cultivating growth within the nation’s biotechnology industry.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sean Myles

Student:

Thomas Robert Davies

Partner:

Incubate Innovate Network of Canada

Discipline:

Agriculture

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Dalhousie University

Program:

Accelerate

Wearable Ultrasound Technology for Cardiovascular Health Monitoring

The proposed research concerns the construction of a computer simulation environment for the artery phantom with cardiac cycles and ultrasound signals obtained using our novel wearable ultrasound sensor (WUS) technology when monitoring the cardiovascular health. It is difficult to assess health indicators of the artery of a living subject experimentally for comparison with those estimated using our WUS and associated software. Computer simulation offers the ability to design controlled experiments with all the health indicators and conditions known so that the performance of our estimation can be readily evaluated. This is valuable for verifying the estimation obtained by the technology we have designed and can be used to investigate limitations and areas that require further research.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Yuu Ono;Sreeraman Rajan

Student:

Shane Steinberg

Partner:

Incubate Innovate Network of Canada

Discipline:

Engineering - computer / electrical

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Carleton University

Program:

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) thermometry

We are creating a powerful tool for improvements in surgeries of the brain and spine. A new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine will be used inside operating rooms so patients undergoing surgery can be imaged in the middle of the surgery for quality control. For instance, surgeons can obtain an MRI to ensure the entire tumor was removed before ending the surgery. Beyond surgery, low field MRI has many exciting applications to improve treatment options. A technique called MR thermometry can map the temperatures of tissues inside the body. This helps for monitoring of treatments from ultrasound, laser, or microwave heating techniques.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Melanie Martin

Student:

Yuijie Ren

Partner:

Discipline:

Physics / Astronomy

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Winnipeg

Program:

Accelerate

4G Cellular Trespasser Detection System for Farms

There is a strong demand for effective means to detect and record trespass activities onto farm properties, which cost the agriculture industry many hundreds of millions of dollars each year. The goal of the project is to design and develop a trespasser detection system based on the presence of a human being carrying a cell phone. The detection system can be used to surveil farm premises in order to detect and immediately report the presence of any person illegally entering/trespassing on agricultural properties. It will be a very solid addition to Be Seen Be Safe Ltd, the partner organization’s expanding portfolio of offerings to the agricultural community in the biosecurity and farm security space in Canada.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Xiaodong Lin

Student:

Le Wang

Partner:

Be Seen Be Safe Ltd

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

University of Guelph

Program:

Accelerate

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