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Development of an Actigraph System for Sleep-Wake Identification

The main obj ective of this project is to design a proper algoritlun for analyzing COPD patient’s sleep data as an important feature in patients treatment procedure. The data would be gathered by a novel wrist wearable actigraph with high accuracy technology. The wearable wristactigraph will allow more reliable data collection because the subjects can use it in their own home environment and there is no limitation for the length of data collection period. The intern will receive the proper raw data gathered by the actigraph, and focus on the analysis part of the project. First, she will review the literature on sleep analysis and compare their algorithms and their accuracy based on the special object we have in our research. Next, she will design and implement an algorithm, which can benefits from the precision of our wrist actigraph data. Finally, she wi ll test the algoritlun and modify it to reach the intended accuracy. We aim for an accuracy over 90% considering both sensitivity and specificity of our analysis result.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Angela Brooks-Wilson

Student:

Partner:

Agartee Technology Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Communicating Leadless Pacemakers

Leadless (wireless) Cardiac Pacemakers (LCPs) were developed to overcome complications of traditional pacemakers, such as lead fracture, dislodgement, and infection. Despite their advantages, current LCPs face major limitations. This project aims to recharge LCPs using electric fields, enabling advanced functions such as inter-device synchronization without increasing device size or altering established titanium encapsulation methods used for hermetic sealing. Unlike inductive pickup coils, this approach supports conventional construction techniques. The research will investigate coatings and methods to ensure sufficient electrical isolation from electrodes on the LCP case. Specific focus areas include optimizing hermetic sealing to protect sensitive electronics, developing ceramic and insulating coatings to prevent shorting while improving energy harvesting, and refining fabrication methods for thin-walled titanium housings suitable for implantation. The project also seeks to expand bioengineering research opportunities at MUN, where the field is underrepresented among engineering students and across Newfoundland. Collaboration with the University of Auckland, where the project is a priority initiative funded by New Zealand’s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, will provide valuable international connections. Partnerships between researchers at both institutions will advance this technology while fostering long-term collaboration in implantable medical devices.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Liam Morrissey

Student:

Partner:

University of Auckland

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

Memorial University of Newfoundland

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Enzymatic hydrolysis of wheat straw derived xylo-oligomers stream into monomeric sugars

The proposed research project is around re conducting feasibility studies on the purification and conditioning of industrial hemicellulosic C5 sugars from a number of potentially commercial wheat straw liquor fractions. The research will propose experiments where data for the ultimate evaluation of enzymatic hydrolysis vs. a selected comparative list of acid hydrolysis can be included. The purpose is in acquiring a detailed analysis of the potential monomeric sugars.
With one representative product, we would also like to gain a preliminary understanding regarding the efficacy of enzymatic hydrolysis of a soluble wheat straw xylan stream. The end goal of this potential collaboration is to compare dilute acid to enzymatic hydrolysis and identify downstream impacts on proprietary catalytic hydrogenolysis conversion processes.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jack (John) Saddler

Student:

Partner:

S2G Biochemicals Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Geochemical, structural and (thermo)chronological controls on the Au-Ag-Cu-Pb-Zn-Mo metallogeny of the west-central Neotethyan Orogenic Belt: A deposit-district-belt scale approach

The proposed geological research project is collaboration between UBC and industry sponsors to evaluate the nature of metallic resources in NW Turkey. Undeveloped concentrations of gold, silver and copper occur in the study region; these occurrences are being actively explored by the partner organizations. In the interest of the partner companies this research project focuses on an area that completely covers mineral tenure licenses owned by the companies. Research conducted on the partner organizations mineral claims and the surrounding area directly evaluates the nature of mineral occurrences in NW Turkey, allowing comparison to a more regional framework for future exploration initiatives.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Craig Hart

Student:

Partner:

Centerra Gold (Toronto, ON);Pilot Gold (Vancouver, BC);Teck Madencilik Sanayi Ticaret A.S.;Teck Resources Ltd (Vancouver, BC);University of British Columbia

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Mining

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Adversarially Resilient Federated Learning for Intrusion Detection in 5G Networks

This project will design and test a new privacy-preserving, attack-resilient cybersecurity system for 5G networks using Federated Learning (FL), an approach where multiple devices can train models together without sharing sensitive data. The goal is to improve protection against cyberattacks such as denial-of-service and model poisoning, which threaten the reliability of modern mobile services like autonomous vehicles, industrial IoT, and virtual reality. By working together, the University of Northern British Columbia and City, University of London will combine their expertise in machine learning, cybersecurity, and distributed systems to create a secure framework that benefits both institutions. The collaboration will provide valuable training for students, strengthen international research ties, and contribute to practical tools that can enhance cybersecurity for Canadian and global industries.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sajal Saha

Student:

Partner:

St George's, University of London

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Cyber Security

University:

University of Northern British Columbia

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Implémentation d’un pipeline TALN pour la structuration de textes cliniques par concepts médicaux normalisés (UMLS, SNOMED-CT-CA)

Le projet vise à développer une infrastructure capable d’exploiter les informations cliniques contenues dans les dossiers médicaux électroniques. Une grande partie des données médicales du Québec est consignée dans ces dossiers, mais les textes n’ont pas de structure précise et restent difficiles à exploiter automatiquement. Cette complexité peut ralentir la prise de décision médicale et freiner les échanges d’informations entre les professionnels de la santé.
Le stage mené chez Omnimed consiste à concevoir les étapes de traitement permettant de lire automatiquement les dossiers de santé, et d’en extraire les éléments importants – par exemple trouver le nom d’un médicament ou la durée d’un traitement. Ces informations pourront ensuite être «traduites» dans un format commun que les logiciels pourront facilement partager.
Cette solution offrira à l’entreprise partenaire, Omnimed, la possibilité d’améliorer son service de dossier médical électronique en rendant les données plus structurées et de le rendre plus compatible avec les autres systèmes canadiens. À terme, elle facilitera le travail des professionnels de santé, qui passeront moins de temps sur la saisie manuelle, et permettra une meilleure coordination des soins entre les établissements de santé.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sylvie Ratté

Student:

Partner:

Omnimed

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Information and cultural industries; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program:

Accelerate

High performance engineered biocomposites for automotive sector

The proposed project seeks to develop biocomposite technology and products for the auto manufacturing industries. Five graduate students under the supervision of Dr.Mohini Sain, will work on manufacturing processes, mechanical characterization, composite rheology and development of molds for various types of bio-composites which have direct application in auto-industries and can act as substitute for fossil fuel based composites. The two partner organizations will be the Centre for Biocomposites and Biomaterials Processing (CBBP), Faculty of Forestry, Univ. of Toronto and the Center for Power Train (PERDC) Ford Motor Co. based at Windsor. Ford Motor Co., Canada, has been interested in using biocomposites in automotive manufacturing and is therefore interested in collaboration with the University of Toronto and CBBP for the same. The above project proposal has been designed in consultation with representatives from Ford and matches their own priorities in biocomposites.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mohini Sain

Student:

Partner:

Ford Motor Company

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

Medium-scale stack testing to advance redox flow battery innovation

Researchers at the University of Waterloo are partnering with VanadiumCorp, Administration Gilles R. Dupuis Inc, and NanoNife to evaluate the performance of a redox flow battery stack prototype (9 cells, 9 × 500 cm²) developed by Administration Gilles R. Dupuis Inc and NanoNife. VanadiumCorp will supply the vanadium-based electrolyte, which will undergo conductivity optimization prior to testing. This collaborative effort aims to assess the stack’s performance and scalability, contributing to the development of next-generation energy storage solutions for a cleaner, more resilient grid.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Maxime van der Heijden

Student:

Partner:

Administration Gilles R. Dupuis Inc.;VanadiumCorp Resource Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Enquête sur l’état actuel de la productivité, des interdépendances et des conflits juridictionnels dans l’industrie de la construction : vers des alliances d’avenir

L’industrie de la construction est un secteur majeur au Québec puisqu’elle représente à elle seule 13% du PIB et 1 emploi sur 20. Cependant, la réglementation qui l’encadre pose quelques difficultés. Cette réglementation date de 1968 et il s’agit de la Loi sur les relations du travail, la formation professionnelle et la gestion de la main-d’oeuvre dans l’industrie de la construction, ou loi R-20. La problématique soulevée dans cette étude est la partie de cette loi relative à la formation obligatoire pour les vingt-cinq métiers du bâtiment. En effet, ce nombre exagéré de métiers à formation obligatoire a de nombreux impacts significatifs : augmentation du nombre de contrats à signer, augmentation des coûts et des délais de réalisation d’un projet, difficulté de coordonner les travailleurs sur le chantier, moins de polyvalence des travailleurs, diminution de la motivation et de la fierté du travail accompli pour les travailleurs qui ne se participent qu’à une partie infime de l’ouvrage, etc. L’objectif de cette recherche est donc de mettre en avant ces points faibles et de proposer des recommandations afin d’y remédier et de faciliter l’introduction d’innovations.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Constantine Katsanis

Student:

Partner:

EBC INC;Corporation des Entrepreneurs Généraux du Québec

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program:

Accelerate

UNDERSTANDING THE MECHANISMS OF VIBRATION PERCEPTION BY PLANTS

Plants are not passive bystanders, they sense their surroundings and react to threats through chemical and vibrational cues. A key example of this is when a plant detects volatile organic compounds (VOCs) released by neighboring plants that have been damaged by herbivores. Green leaf volatiles (GLVs), a subset of VOCs released in the atmosphere, are rapidly taken up by the inner tissues of plants via stomata, leading to [Ca2+]cyt increase and subsequent defense responses in Arabidopsis (GCaMP3) leaves. A key question scientists are now investigating is whether plants can use mechanical cues, such as the vibrations caused by herbivores, to activate defense mechanisms in a similar way to chemical communication. Thus, biotremology is a recently defined scientific discipline that studies the vibratory communication behavior through the use of substrate-borne vibrations. This research project aims to investigate the interaction between an herbivore species (L. trifolii ) and plants (Nicotiana tabacum), to investigate calcium signaling activation in response to vibrational cues emitted by chewing larvae. According to preliminary results, we expect that chewing vibrations will trigger a Ca2+ mediated signaling cascade in tobacco plants. These results will be integrated with other data to finalize a scientific publication.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Andrew Mason;Keiko Yoshioka

Student:

Partner:

University of Trento

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Integrated Resource and Energy Recovery System from Organic Slurries.

This is the first time that leading edge technologies are being put together: a microwave (MW) treatment process, a struvite crystallizer and an anaerobic digester, as a total manure treatment system for typical dairy farm operations. The new 915 MHz microwave unit will provide efficient nutrient solubilization and the resulting solution is suitable for generating struvite (fertilizer). Due to the efficient breakdown of solids particulates by the MW process, methane production via anaerobic digestion will be highly efficient with reduced digester footprint and huge savings in capital cost. This project will provide an opportunity for Opus DaytonKnight to penetrate and lead in the provision of waste management services within the agricultural sector in North America. Opus DaytonKnight will be benefitted by being suitably positioned in the market place to provide added value by energy and nutrient recovery from agricultural waste streams through transfer of knowledge from their municipal and institutional ties.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Victor Lo

Student:

Partner:

Opus DaytonKnight Consultants Ltd

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

A Study of Clients’ and Staff Perspectives of the Guelph Assertive Community Treatment Team’s Use of Community Treatment Orders

This study will give voice to the experiences and opinions of men and women diagnosed with serious mental illness who are clients of the Guelph Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) and at the same time subject to Community Treatment Orders (CTOs). Instituted in 2005, CTOs require that individuals abide by certain conditions in order to live in the community; they are intended to provide comprehensive community support for these individuals such that admission to hospital is decreased. The study will also increase knowledge about how and why CTOs are used by service providers. The use of CTOs is controversial because it can be seen as coercive and limiting of client choice and self-determination. No prior studies of this specific population have been conducted in Canada. The project will help the Homewood Health Centre and the ACTT better understand the perspective of their clients, which will lead to more effective collaboration and improved client outcomes.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Magnus Mfoafo-M’Carthy

Student:

Partner:

Homewood Health Centre;Homewood Research Institute

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

Wilfrid Laurier University - Kitchener Campus

Program:

Accelerate

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