Innovative Projects Realized

Explore thousands of successful projects resulting from collaboration between organizations and post-secondary talent.

31132 Completed Projects

2940
AB
5159
BC
837
MB
685
NL
882
SK
9291
ON
9695
QC
97
PE
601
NB
1161
NS

Projects by Category

Translating a Quantum Computing Actor-network through Controversy

Quantum computing has emerged as a new paradigm of computation with potentially far-reaching consequences. However, this change in the form, abilities, and characteristics of computation has not been well studied or theorized in communication studies and related fields. This project draws upon Actor-network Theory (ANT) to challenge the assumptions about computation/computers found in current writing in communication studies and expand the use of ANT to a new and intriguing area of technosocial development. This is done primarily through an intensive ethnography of a quantum software company, which is studied as a “point of passage” in the emerging industry. This phase of the project focuses on interviews, day to day observation, and documentation practices of software engineers at the company.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Chris Russill

Student:

Partner:

1QB Information Technologies Inc;1Qbit (Toronto, ON)

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

Carleton University

Program:

Accelerate

Cultural Diversity and Learning: A Comparison Study of Chinese and Canadian Curriculums

The purpose of this project is to compare the cultural diversity in both Canada and China. It will also investigate how each country’s social studies curriculum approaches the subject of cultural diversity in the classroom. Additionally, the project will also look at how the students view cultures in both Canada and China. The project will observe students in Chinese classrooms during social studies classes to get their view on diversity. The information for these classes will be compared to their counterparts in Canada. The outcomes of this project will shed a light how students view their cultural identity and what effects does the curriculum from both countries have on this point of view.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Shijing Xu

Student:

Partner:

Southwest University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Windsor

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Comparing teaching approaches used in EFL classrooms in China vs. ESL in Canada

The purpose of this research project is to physically observe, take notes, and study the structure in which teachers teach English as a Foreign Language in Chinese classrooms. The data collected will be compared and contrasted with methods utilized by English as a Second Language teachers in Canadian classrooms. By comparing and contrasting both classrooms, the expected learning outcomes will show how students utilize the language with the tools and opportunities given to them by their teachers. This research will be useful for future teachers in ESL classrooms in Canada by providing comparative teaching methods and strategies to be used as a resource in the classrooms, while engaging foreign students.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Shijing Xu

Student:

Partner:

Southwest University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Windsor

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Analyzing what works globally to provide equal opportunities to both male and female students in the science classrooms

This research aims to explore a global perspective on whether science programs lend themselves more to males than females, and if so, is there a driving force behind this? Observations will be made both in Canada and China to compare the ratio of males and females present in the science classrooms and compared between mandatory and optional science courses to find a possible drop off point. From here a further observation of the class set up and dynamics will occur to look for possible opportunities to better relate and gain the interest of more female students. Through these observation, the researchers hope to gain insight into what works and what needs improvements in order to better engage all students in the sciences and to share teaching strategies across countries.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Shijing Xu

Student:

Partner:

Southwest University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Windsor

Program:

Globalink Research Award

IMMERSe: the interactive and multi-modal experience research syndicate

The purpose of this project is to provide insight into how game-based learning can be used to motivate positive workplace behaviour and learning over time. The intern will work with an established industry partner that has deployed a game-based learning platform for the workplace, and analyze user performance and motivation data that the industry partner has gathered from their platform. The intern will assess the effectiveness of the learning platform from the user data, and help the industry partner determine which areas of their learning platform are working well, and which areas can be improved.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Mark Hancock

Student:

Partner:

Axonify

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Information and cultural industries; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Citizen data for cycling research: BikeMaps.org App development

Canadians are increasingly using cycling as a means of transportation. However, understanding the risks is problematic as data is limited. To address this, the Spatial Pattern Analysis and Research (SPAR) Lab has created a web-map, BikeMaps.org, to gather data from cyclists on crashes, near misses, hazards, and thefts. Cyclists around the world have enthusiastically begun to map points. However, BikeMaps.org requires a web-browser, which, in this day and age of mobile devices, limits its functionality. In partnership with a subsidiary of CAA, Club Auto Roadside Services Ltd., SPAR Lab is seeking a Mitacs grant to develop a mobile App to obtain more comprehensive data on cycling incidents. In addition to better access to cycling incident tools, the mobile App would include the ability to submit photos of geotagged hazards and also collect data on where cyclists are riding. Cyclists will also be able to receive alerts of new incidents in their riding area.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Trisalyn Nelson

Student:

Partner:

Club Auto Roadside Services

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Finance and Insurance

University:

University of Victoria

Program:

Accelerate

The Utilization of Bark to Make Rigid Polyurethane Foams

Polyurethane foams are so commonly used, from rigid dashboards in cars, to insulation in buildings, and the comfy mattresses we sleep upon. Replacing the petrochemical resources used to make them with renewable resources like bark would be a great stride towards sustainability. In order for this to be done the conversion process of bark into a liquid must be better understood. This project will try to elucidate how alcohols interact with the bark to digest it during the conversion process. Also, natural products tend to have a range of structures and so it is crucial to characterize the number of reactive groups per molecule extracted from the bark. This information is essential to understand mechanical properties like the compression strength of the polyurethanes. This research will be beneficial to the Huntsman Corporation because as a manufacturer of isocyanates and polyols (the reactants used to make a polyurethane) they will be able to entice their customers w

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Ning Yan

Student:

Partner:

Huntsman Corporation

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

The effect of Ultrasound on orthodontic tooth movement

For over 100 years, malocclusion is being treated by using metal arch-wires, braces and bands. But these appliances are unaesthetic for the patients so these days patients are more inclined towards clear aligners. However the treatment duration is long which is of a great concern to the orthodontist as it might effects the general oral health of the patient. The research proposal will study the effect of Aevo System (low intensity pulsed ultrasound device) on the tooth movement during clear aligner treatment. For this purpose, 10 subjects between 12 -40 years will be recruited and studied for over 3 months for the change in the tooth position and effect of ultrasound on the root length. The outcomes of the study help in determining the effects of ultrasound in tooth position and thus determining the treatment duration. This information will provide critical information to SmileSonica Inc to develop its market strategies to reach the wider population.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Tarek El-Bialy

Student:

Partner:

SmileSonica Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Accelerate

Dental Resin Composites based on Bile Acid Monomers

Current commercially available dental resin composites use the monomer BisGMA that uses a toxic bisphenol A (BPA) as the starting material, causing potential environmental and health problems. We aim at replacing BPA with bile acids, natural compounds in the new synthesis of new dental monomers. We are also making new inorganic fillers that provide the strength of the material. The latter is the area of expertise of our collaborators at Donghua University. In order to obtain a commercially viable composite, we will collaborate with the group of Prof Meifang Zhu to exchange knowledge to the mutual benefit of both groups. We will acquire some of their insight and expertise into the intricacies of dental filler synthesis and preparation. At the end of this project, we will have a commercialization-ready dental resin composite that is better than currently available commercial products, showing improved biocompatibility.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Julian Zhu

Student:

Partner:

Donghua University

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Écologie de la fission-fusion chez le singe araignée

Some social mammals present a group dynamic related to spatially and temporally variable environments described as fission-fusion dynamics. This dynamics is defined as the temporal division of a group into sub-groups varying in size and composition, and is thought to occur through social regulation to improve foraging efficiency. Nevertheless, the influential factors in that dynamics are not well understood. Particularly, the ecological causes and the social relationships in the fission-fusion remain unclear. In this study I expect to see changes in the fission-fusion dynamics of spider monkey (Ateles geoffroyi) groups inhabiting two different tropical forests, and under different contexts of food availability, subgroup size and subgroup composition. The main purpose of my project is to disentangle the relative influence of environmental and social variables on the fission-fusion dynamics in spider monkeys (Ateles geoffroyi). nderstanding the functioning of fission-fusion dynamics under different environmental and social conditions could allow us to understand the evolution and flexibility of group strategies. Given the high rates of current environmental changes, identifying a threshold in social behaviour could provide us useful indicators of environmental degradation for social animals

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Sophie Calmé

Student:

Partner:

Instituto Politécnico Nacional

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Mineralogical characterization of ore samples from the Cameco Resources Smith Ranch-Highlands Uranium Mine, Unit B

ln Situ Recovery (ISR) mining is used for about 47% of uranium mining globally. Regulations on restoration of mined aquifers require a return to pre-mining baseline water quality conditions, or conditions where the risk of human exposure is as low as reasonably achievable. Determining the attenuating capacity of down-gradient aquifer solids is key to quantifying this risk. Organic carbon phases and sulfides are expected to be important controls on transport of elements of concern through these materials. In this study, the intern will be examining core samples taken from the ore body in an unmined area of an active ISR uranium mine in Wyoming, USA owned by the industry partner Cameco. The intern will study the bulk mineralogy, characterize amorphous carbon phases, and map the mineralogy and elemental distributions in the core samples using a combination of synchrotron and traditional mineralogical approaches. Based on their findings, they will prepare a report of the results for the industry partner and provide recommendations for use of this data. As part of this project, the intern will work with the Cameco at their Saskatoon, SK office and will also gain field experience at their Northern Saskatchewan mine and mill sites.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Joyce McBeth

Student:

Partner:

Cameco Corporation (Saskatoon, SK);Cameco Corporation (Glenrock, US)

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Mining

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Accelerate

Hydraulic simulation models of water pipe networks with geographic nformation system (GIS) and global positioning system (GPS)

Water distribution systems are important civil infrastructures that must be adequately managed nd maintained in order to provide expected levels of service to consumers. As such, they have need for on-line support systems based on continuous monitoring of hydraulic and water uality parameters within the system. The purpose of this project is to modify and test a ydraulic simulation model with support of Global Positioning System (GPS), which will allow onitoring and optimizing water utilization and detecting leaks and pipe bursts in each ousehold. Accurate and continuously updated view of the state of the water network system i.e., pipes within the system) will allow water utility organizations to monitor water onsumption/distribution and improve control of the system operation in many countries ncluding Canada and Brazil.

View Full Project Description
Faculty Supervisor:

Darko Joksimovic

Student:

Partner:

Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

University:

Toronto Metropolitan University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Previous
1…452453454455456457458…2,595
Next

Join a thriving innovation ecosystem.

Subscribe to our newsletter now!

Subscribe

Mitacs — Return on Innovation

Mitacs is funded by the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta, the Government of British Columbia, Research Manitoba, the Government of New Brunswick, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Government of Nova Scotia, the Government of Ontario, Innovation PEI, the Government of Quebec, the Government of Saskatchewan, and the Government of Yukon.