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Efficacy of a novel anti-IL-1B receptor modulator in reducing preterm birth impact on neurovascular health – Year two

Preterm neonates ill-adapted to the extra uterine environment are prone to increased inflammation in multiple organs and the proinflammatory interleukine IL-1b has been closely implicated in brain injury associated with preterm birth (PTB). Notably, PTB survivors have a greater propensity to develop ischemic brain lesions long after birth. Here, we hypothesize that the neural vasculature of premature infants becomes irresponsive to hypoxic-ischemic stress. Our project will study the molecular mechanisms underlying brain revascularisation potential in a mouse model of PTB combining in utero inflammation and neonatal metabolic stress. We will evaluate the efficacy of newly discovered selective anti-IL-1 receptor modulator (Rytvela, Rytvel Biotech) in preserving brain vascular function. By targeting IL-1b signalling, the inhibition of neonatal inflammation could thus protect children from enhanced vulnerability to brain damage and its devastating consequences on health.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jean-Sebastien Joyal

Student:

Partner:

Rytvel Biotech Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Elevate

Rapid Quantification of Bovine Colostrum Immunoglobulin G and Macronutrients(Fat, Proteins and Lactose) Using FTIR Spectroscopy

Colostrum is the initial secretion from the mammary gland after parturition and it is a crucial source of immunity and nutrition for
newborn calves. Because of the placental barrier to immunoglobulin transfer in ruminants, colostrum provides the neonate with
immunoglobulins (mainly IgG) essential for passive immunity that plays a key role in the prevention of respiratory and digestive
infections in newborn calves. Colostrum macronutrients (lipids, proteins and carbohydrates) are vital metabolic fuels for newborn
calves in the first days of life. Although, rapid and accurate quantification of colostral IgG and macronutrients levels is required for
dairy producers and companies manufacturing colostrum products, the current available methods are generally time and labor
intensive, non-specific, and frequently inaccurate. It is therefore desirable to develop rapid, cost-effective and accurate tests for
measuring colostrum IgG and macronutrients (fat, protein and lactose) concentrations. The novel Fourier transform infrared
spectroscopy (FTIR) based assay described in this application addresses the shortcomings of the other currently available methods.
Development of infrared-based assay for quantification of colostral IgG and macronutrients will position the applicant as an expert in
the field of colostrum management, and Timeless Veterinary Systems as a leader in the development of innovative medical
technologies.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Greg Keefe

Student:

Partner:

Timeless Veterinary Systems Inc.;University of Prince Edward Island

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

University of Prince Edward Island

Program:

Elevate

Efficacy of a novel anti-IL-1B receptor modulator in reducing preterm birth impact on neurovascular health

Preterm neonates ill-adapted to the extra uterine environment are prone to increased inflammation in multiple organs and the proinflammatory interleukine IL-1b has been closely implicated in brain injury associated with preterm birth (PTB). One major adverse neuronal outcome for PTB survivors is the greater propensity to develop ischemic brain lesions long after birth. Here, we hypothesize that the neural vasculature of premature infants becomes maladapted to appropriately respond to hypoxic-ischemic stress. Our project will study the molecular mechanisms underlying brain revascularisation potential in a mouse model of PTB combining in utero inflammation and neonatal metabolic stress. Our experimental design will evaluate the efficacy of newly discovered selective anti-IL-1 receptor modulator (Rytvela, Rytvel Biotech) in preserving brain vascular function; in contrast to commercially available antagonists of IL-1, Rytvela exhibits pharmacologic selectivity by inhibiting the coupled Rho kinase-MAPK pathways while desirably preserving the NF-kB pathway necessary for immunovigilance and cytoprotection. Inhibition of neonatal inflammation by targeting IL-1b signalling could thus protect children from enhanced vulnerability to brain damage and its devastating consequences on health.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jean-Sebastien Joyal

Student:

Partner:

Rytvel Biotech Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Elevate

Development of a model for computational sea ice monitoring

The proposed research project focuses on the development of a novel model for the computation of sea ice parameters in near real- time relying on satellite data. The interdisciplinary team will investigate solutions for high performance computing to monitor sea ice and calculate ice parameters with the high spatial resolution. This project includes R&D activities in sea ice modeling, calculating parameters of ocean interaction with sea ice and designing algorithms for satellite data processing and analysis. Mathematical methods would be used to distribute the geographic region of interest to various processors and thus minimize the computational time. By linking remote observations and modeling efforts, the outcomes of this research will represent a step change in capabilities for operational sea ice forecasting and monitoring. The proposed project fulfills C-CORE research goals as the world leading organization in sea ice and remote sensing solutions to provide timely and highly accurate ice information to the off-shore industry. The project will greatly contribute to the existing practices of sea ice monitoring because it addresses needs in various industrial and scientific applications.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ronald Haynes

Student:

Partner:

C-CORE;Memorial University of Newfoundland

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Mining; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Program:

Elevate

Analyse de solutions logistiques innovantes pour l’approvisionnement en biomasse forestière d’une bioraffinerie implantée sur le territoire de la ville de La Tuque – Year two

BioÉnergie La Tuque, qui est une OBNL partenaire, cherche à mettre en place les conditions nécessaires à l’implantation d’une bioraffinerie sur le territoire de la ville de La Tuque permettant de convertir 1 200 000 TM de biomasse forestière résiduelle verte en 200 millions de litres de biodiesel, ou diesel renouvelable et ce, à un rythme annuel. Ce projet fait partie de cette initiative et vise à examiner des solutions logistiques innovantes pour l’approvisionnement de cette bioraffinerie en biomasse. Des scénarios de collaboration entre des membres potentiels du réseau de la chaine d’approvisionnement seront définis et évalués. Ces membres peuvent intervenir au niveau de la récolte ou la collecte, du transport, du stockage, du prétraitement et/ou de la conversion de la biomasse. Le projet apportera des éclairages sur les bonnes pratiques en matière de collaboration et évaluera les réductions de coûts possibles pour l’ensemble du réseau.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mikael Ronnqvist

Student:

Partner:

BioÉnergie La Tuque

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Elevate

Measuring Social Progress on Urban Aboriginal People: Construction and Application of a Composite Index of Quality of Life – Year Two

As Aboriginal people increasingly migrate to urban areas, it has become imperative to promote their socioeconomic engagement in the destinations. While there has been increasing research focuses on Aboriginal peoples’ quality of life (QoL) few studies explicitly measure Aboriginal people’s QoL based on a shared understanding of what QoL really means to Indigenous peoples and the government. Consequently, a meaningful conversation between the parties has not occurred to make a substantial improvement to the current status quo. Therefore, there is a need for measures of QoL that are robust, inclusive, and comparable over time and space to bridge the knowledge gap. This research project proposes to examine urban Aboriginal population’s QoL by developing a multidimensional QoL index, which is primarily based on their traditional values and beliefs, to identify common trends across individual indicators while benchmarking the overall performance of Aboriginal people. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ken Coates

Student:

Partner:

Happy Life Wealth Management Inc.;University of Saskatchewan

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Finance and Insurance

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Elevate

Analyse de solutions logistiques innovantes pour l’approvisionnement en biomasse forestière d’une bioraffinerie implantée sur le territoire de la ville de La Tuque

BioÉnergie La Tuque, qui est une OBNL partenaire, cherche à mettre en place les conditions nécessaires à l’implantation d’une bioraffinerie sur le territoire de la ville de La Tuque permettant de convertir 1 200 000 TM de biomasse forestière résiduelle verte en 200 millions de litres de biodiesel, ou diesel renouvelable et ce, à un rythme annuel. Ce projet fait partie de cette initiative et vise à examiner des solutions logistiques innovantes pour l’approvisionnement de cette bioraffinerie en biomasse. Des scénarios de collaboration entre des membres potentiels du réseau de la chaine d’approvisionnement seront définis et évalués. Ces membres peuvent intervenir au niveau de la récolte ou la collecte, du transport, du stockage, du prétraitement et/ou de la conversion de la biomasse. Le projet apportera des éclairages sur les bonnes pratiques en matière de collaboration et évaluera les réductions de coûts possibles pour l’ensemble du réseau.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mikael Ronnqvist

Student:

Partner:

BioÉnergie La Tuque

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Elevate

Measuring Social Progress on Urban Aboriginal People: Construction and Application of a Composite Index of Quality of Life

As Aboriginal people increasingly migrate to urban areas, it has become imperative to promote their socioeconomic engagement in the destinations. While there has been increasing research focuses on Aboriginal peoples’ quality of life (QoL) few studies explicitly measure Aboriginal people’s QoL based on a shared understanding of what QoL really means to Indigenous peoples and the government. Consequently, a meaningful conversation between the parties has not occurred to make a substantial improvement to the current status quo. Therefore, there is a need for measures of QoL that are robust, inclusive, and comparable over time and space to bridge the knowledge gap. This research project proposes to examine urban Aboriginal population’s QoL in Saskatoon by developing a composite QoL index, which is primarily based on their traditional values and beliefs, to identify common trends across individual indicators while benchmarking the overall performance of Aboriginal people. The application of the QoL index helps municipal governments develop strategies to address Aboriginal peoples’ needs but also brings new market opportunities for the industrial partner to expand its business while contributing to the improvement of the lives of urban Aboriginal peoples.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ken Coates

Student:

Partner:

Happy Life Wealth Management Inc.;University of Saskatchewan

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Finance and Insurance

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Elevate

Élaboration d’approches et d’outils pédagogiques novateurs basés sur les apports des recherches empiriques récentes

Depuis quelques années, chercheurs et praticiens de l’enseignement musical ont démontré un intérêt grandissant pour ce que nous nommerons les «?approches pédagogiques innovantes?» en musique. Ces approches offrent une alternative à la pratique pédagogique traditionnelle en misant, notamment, sur le développement de la créativité musicale, le travail «?à l’oreille?», le développement d’une communauté de pratique, l’apprentissage par les pairs et la gamification de l’apprentissage. Parmi les bénéfices associés à ces approches, on compte l’amélioration de l’engagement, de la motivation et de la persévérance des apprenants, ainsi que le développement de compétences qui sont en meilleure adéquation avec la pratique réelle du musicien amateur ou professionnel.
TO BD CON’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Francis Dubé

Student:

Partner:

Académie Le Troubadour

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Elevate

Self-powered microchips for rapid diagnosis and severity determination of urinary tract infections

Children presenting a fever without known sources are usually checked for bacterial urinary tract infection (UTI) which, in its more complicated forms, can result in permanent kidney damage. The gold standard conventional tests to diagnose complicated urinary tract infections are urine culture and kidney imaging with a radioactive tracer. However, these tests are lengthy (urine culture can take up to 48 hours to provide results) and expensive. Our aim is to develop self-powered, portable, and disposable microchips that directly detect bacterial pathogens in urine and measure blood protein biomarkers of kidney damage. Such microchips would allow rapid, sensitive, inexpensive, and minimally-invasive diagnosis of UTI as well as determination of infection severity. In addition, the developed microchips will provide immediate and high-quality diagnosis to guide clinical decisions and treatments thereby improving Canadian healthcare. TO BE CONt’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

David Juncker

Student:

Partner:

Sensoreal Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

McGill University

Program:

Elevate

Digital tools for Ottawa’s Cultural Heritage Conservation: Ottawa New Edinburgh Club Boat-House (ONEC)

Heritage information plays an essential role in the adequate planning and monitoring of conservation strategies. Digital tools have revolutionized the speed and the accuracy in recording heritage places. This pilot project addresses how to integrate information gathered through digital technology into coherent graphic record (floor plans, section, and elevations) and how to understand the relationship between recording and good conservation decision-making. It will test how to integrate strategies for emerging digital technologies in the rehabilitation of architectural heritage. This documentation activity will fill the gaps between digital innovations in the recording technology and traditional heritage documentation and will contribute as a new form of information on the current state of the building that can be manipulated to explore and demonstrate a range of enhancement and adaptive reuse actions. The research motif will be one of the few examples of aquatic architecture in Canada from early 20th century: the Ottawa New Edinburgh Club (ONEC).

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mariana Esponda

Student:

Partner:

Lingbawan Storer

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

Carleton University

Program:

Accelerate

Multi-level modeling methodologies for aircraft thermal architecture optimization – Year two

The proposed project will contribute to Bombardier’s research initiative “Virtual Aircraft” with the overall objective to improve modelling and simulation throughout the development process to enable innovation and reduce development risk to extensive design space exploration.
The objective of the project is to develop models of thermal aspects, traditionally investigated later in the design, when the aircraft architecture is already defined, to enable the development of an aircraft thermal architecture analysis and optimization. This can be used to assess the thermal capacity of a specific equipment zone as well as the passenger comfort in the cabin.
This is especially important for new technology integration such as more electrical systems within a condensed space and the use of composite materials for structures. Furthermore, a methodology will be developed to analyze thermal aspects for aircraft systems consistently throughout the development process (conceptual, preliminary, detailed design) by using a multi-level approach.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Susan Liscouet-Hanke

Student:

Partner:

Bombardier Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Transportation and warehousing

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Elevate

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