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Safe Cities, Urban Politics and Social Policy in North America

This project will fund Emily Diemert, a Wilfrid Laurier University undergraduate student, to collect research on the intersection between safer cities initiatives and social policies in Mexico City. Emily will be an exchange student at the Tecnológico de Monterrey, in Mexico City while also gaining experience as a researcher on data collection, coding and analysis of public documents. Emily’s research will contribute to a larger project that examines the logics and practices of new safer cities initiatives in North America and how these influence and shape social policy development at the local level. Internationally, there is a growing focus on how cities are mobilizing to provide for safety, both in terms of social policy and security. The outcomes of this grant will include knowledge mobility across countries both between academic institutions as well as among government and non-governmental organizations working in the area of safety, security and social policy.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Lucy Luccisano

Student:

Partner:

Tecnológico de Monterrey (Monterrey Campus)

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

University:

Wilfrid Laurier University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Printed Electronics Metasurfaces for Industrial Quality Control

This project aims to advance real-time quality control in printed and flexible electronics manufacturing through the development and simulation of resonant metasurfaces. The work supports the commercialization of the TRAQC system—an AI-driven, terahertz-based inspection platform designed for in-line defect detection and material characterization.
The research focuses on designing printable metasurface patterns made from different conductive materials and geometries to achieve a strong resonance at a particular frequency, corresponding to TRAQC’s single-frequency operating regime. Using electromagnetic simulations, the project will evaluate how manufacturing variations—such as ink conductivity, line width, and substrate type—affect resonance frequency and signal strength. The resulting simulation library will guide the fabrication of optimized structures compatible with scalable printing techniques like screen, flexographic, and inkjet printing.
By bridging advanced modeling with practical manufacturing constraints, this work will deliver validated metasurface designs and sensitivity maps tailored to industrial environments. These outcomes will strengthen TRAQC’s capacity to provide non-destructive, high-speed, and accurate quality control across the printed electronics sector—contributing to greener, more efficient manufacturing in Canada and beyond.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Tsuneyuki Ozaki

Student:

Partner:

TRAQC

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université du Québec : Institut national de la recherche scientifique

Program:

Accelerate

Strategic Brand Transformation for AI-driven Healthcare Innovation

This project supports MedMe Health’s expansion into the U.S. market by improving how the company communicates its value as an AI-powered pharmacy platform. The intern will redesign MedMe’s website and create new marketing materials—such as videos, social graphics, brochures, and trade show visuals—to clearly explain the company’s products and AI capabilities to American pharmacies. Using design tools and AI-based creative methods, the intern will help make MedMe’s brand more accessible and engaging for new audiences. This work will benefit MedMe by strengthening its brand identity, supporting market entry, and improving how the company connects with potential partners and customers.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Nancy Snow

Student:

Partner:

MedMe Health

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Ontario College of Art & Design University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

L2M – A Dual-Purpose Biotechnological Platform for Transforming Emissions into Sustainable Biomaterials

This project explores a flexible biotechnology platform that converts greenhouse gas emissions and industrial residues, such as methane and crude glycerol, into valuable biomaterials like PHB, using microbial cultures under high-density fermentation. During the internship, market research and interviews will be conducted to identify potential partners and early adopters, evaluate where the platform creates the most value, and define how it can operate as a viable business model within Canada’s emerging decarbonization framework.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Dominic Sauvageau

Student:

Partner:

Edmonton Unlimited

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Public administration

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Superconducting Quantum Circuits Laboratory – Sydney University

This project explores how to make quantum computers more reliable by implementing how we control and measure a special kind of quantum bit called a “cat qubit.” Quantum bits, or qubits, are the basic units of information in a quantum computer, much like bits in a regular computer. This research aims to find ways to manag these cat qubits using advanced experimental tools. As a Canadian student, I will collaborate with the Sydney Quantum Control Laboratory (SQCL) at the University of Sydney’s Nano Institute to implement and test these qubits in real experiments. By working together, the Canadian and Australian teams will combine their expertise to advance quantum technology and strengthen international research partnerships.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Dave Touchette

Student:

Partner:

University of Sydney

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Education

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Influence of cryogenic treatment of microstructure evolution and mechanical properties enhancement of high strength AISI D2 tool steel

Cryogenic treatment will be considered as a promising process to attain better mechanical properties and higher wear resistance. Previous researches have shown very bright perspectives in achieving significant improvement in mechanical properties and wear resistance of tool steels However, a cohesive picture about what exactly modifies microstructure at cryogenic temperature does not exist. In addition, the influences of cryogenic process parameters on mechanical properties are not documented. Hence, the main objective of this research is to develop a method accounting for operating micro-mechanisms in microstructural evolution at cryogenic temperature. In addition, the developed knowledge and documentation during this project will help the industrial partner to implement the findings into its manufacturing process. The commitment and technical and operational contribution of the company is a clear indication of its interest to increase its technological level and produce high value added products.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mohammad Jahazi

Student:

Partner:

Dk Spec

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program:

Accelerate

Evaluation of Cryogenic Machining and High Pressure Cooling in Turning of Hard-To-Cut Materials

The main objective of this project is to investigate the performance of LiN-cryogenic technologY, as well as, high pressure cooling (HPC) in turning of hard-to-cut aerospace materials. The performance of cryogenic machining and HPC will be compared to flood coolant to establish the optimum conditions for each cooling technique, in terms of material removal rate, tool life, and surface integrity (surface finish, microstructure and residual stresses). Additionally, the performance of the MQL/cryogenic combined with Laser assisted machining (LAM), as well as, combined with MQL will be studied. The study will be carried out through experimental investigation, as well as, process simulation and modeling. Process modeling, through FEM and CFD, will help understand the fundamental aspects of the cryogenic machining (CM) process, and optimize the CM setup and cutting parameters to improve the productivity and the surface integrity of machined parts

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Faculty Supervisor:

Helmi Attia

Student:

Partner:

Pratt & Whitney;SECO Tools Canada Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Advanced Manufacturing; Aerospace; Environmental Science and Technology

University:

McGill University

Program:

Accelerate

Investigation of a novel Spatially-Sensitive Transmission Detector for real-time verification of radiation beams during Radiation Therapy

Unprecedented advances have been made in Radiation Therapy during the past two decades. High precision treatment plan is generated using sophisticated optimization methods, and treatment is delivered with complex intensity modulation techniques. Due to the complexity, the burden of Quality Assurance (QA) for modern radiotherapy has also increased dramatically. Many staff and machine hours are devoted to verify the integrity and accuracy of treatment plans before the start of a treatment course; however, no verification is performed subsequently for multi-fraction treatment provided over several weeks. Therefore, a small risk may exist in the current practice of radiation therapy. The proposed research project aims to refine a previously developed real-time QA system, which will require minimal user interaction and can verify the accuracy of dose delivery for each and every fraction of radiation treatment, and hence will reduce risk to the patient. A positive outcome of this project will allow the partner organization (iRT, Germany) to manufacture and market this unique QA system in the Radiotherapy community across the globe.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mohammad Islam

Student:

Partner:

iRT Systems GmbH

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

Création d’un panel pharmacogénomique et élaboration d’une base de données translationnelle

À chaque année, des milliers d’individus souffrent ou décèdent suite à l’administration d’un médicament qui n’était pas approprié pour eux. Grâce aux récentes découvertes en génétique, il est maintenant possible de mieux prédire comment un individu va répondre à divers médicaments en analysant ses variations génétiques. Hors, un service de séquençage génétique n’est toujours pas disponible pour la population canadienne. Le projet de recherche du stagiaire aura pour but de développer un panel de variations génétiques présentes dans la population canadienne et qui pourra être utilisé pour mieux prédire la réponse à plusieurs médicaments couramment utilisés. Le stagiaire produira ensuite une base de données qui servira de référence pour la production d’un rapport génétique. Les travaux effectués durant le stage seront d’importants avancements dans le développement scientifique de l’entreprise partenaire, BiogeniQ. Avec ce partenariat, BiogeniQ pourra faire avancer son développement scientifique afin de mieux servir sa clientèle.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Marie-Pierre Dubé

Student:

Partner:

BiogeniQ

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Accelerate

Evaluating Egress for People with Disabilities using Virtual Reality

Fire safety remains a global challenge, especially for people with functional limitations who face additional barriers when evacuating buildings during emergencies. As populations age and accessibility improves, more people with disabilities use public buildings yet evacuation designs rarely reflect their needs. This project, conducted at Lund University, forms the first phase of a broader PhD research program focused on inclusive evacuation design. This first phase will specifically develop and validate virtual reality (VR) evacuation scenarios that realistically represent building fire emergencies for diverse users, including individuals with mobility disabilities. These scenarios will later be used in controlled experimental studies to compare real-world and VR-based evacuation behaviour.
Using immersive VR allows researchers to study evacuation safely and cost-effectively, without the risks or ethical challenges of traditional physical experiments. The project will draw on principles from fire safety engineering, accessibility, and human factors to design realistic and inclusive virtual environments.
Outcomes from this phase will establish the foundation for future experimental work, advancing both the methodology and evidence base for egressibility research. Ultimately, this research aims to improve building design, policy, and evacuation planning to better protect people with disabilities during fire emergencies.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mohamed Beshir

Student:

Partner:

Lund University

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Carleton University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Design and Seismic performance of Ductile Steel CBFs in Canada

Steel Concentrically Braced Frames (CBFs) are widely used seismic-resistant systems in Canada and Europe. Despite their popularity, previous experimental and numerical investigations have revealed significant shortcomings, highlighting opportunities to refine the current seismic design provisions in both regions. The aim of this project is first to evaluate the seismic performance of moderately ductile steel CBFs designed to the Canadian standard, and then to assess the feasibility of braced frame designed with higher ductility capacities. Based on the outcomes, this project seeks to propose new design rules to improve the behaviour of these systems under seismic loads in both Canada and Europe. The improved seismic design rules are expected to reduce structural damage, economic losses, and risks to human life during major earthquakes. In addition, the proposed guidelines will enable the construction industry to achieve safer, more cost-effective, and optimized structural solutions. Moreover, the dataset and knowledge generated through this research will constitute a valuable resource for future investigations, advancing the state of the art in earthquake engineering and fostering the development of next-generation seismic design standards for steel CBFs.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ali Imanpour

Student:

Partner:

University of Naples

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Globalink Research Award

High fidelity remote manipulation of microrobots by a new generation of electromagnetic control system

The proposed research intends to develop a generalized approach for the remote control of untethered effectors with less feedback required for stable control. Effectively, this approach doesn’t attempt to control effectors directly, instead aiming to control a weighted distribution of possible locations. In situations where imaging bandwidth is sufficient for stable control, the controlled distribution collapses to a single point, instead serving as a safety net in the event that an effector gets “lost” or otherwise cannot be resolved against the surrounding tissue. This approach translates seamlessly to controlling swarms of effectors, which are effectively weighted distributions of effectors themselves. To achieve this, a simplified polynomial form has been developed to express the controlling electromagnetic potentials, which serves as a simplified, universal interface across different controllers, effectors and designers. This inherent portability is a crucial step towards extending Machine Learning and AI into nanorobot design and control, allowing an initial human-designed model of field-effector and effector-environment interactions to be progressively refined by identifying patterns in the model’s random diffusion term.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Hamed Shahsavan

Student:

Partner:

Universität Stuttgart

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Globalink Research Award

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