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CAE Simulator Training Workflow & Analytics Solution

The Project is to define the requirements to be used in the evaluation of feasibility and estimate of
next generation of Simulator Training Workflow & Analytics Solution tool. It will leverage an existing
Standard Operating Procedure workflow tool, to modernize its features to ensure that CAE (and
potentially end client) users can find answers to procedures quicker, with greater consistency and new
analytic insights than previously attainable

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Faculty Supervisor:

Animesh Animesh;Saibal Ray

Student:

Partner:

CAE Inc.

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Aerospace; Manufacturing and Construction; Education

University:

McGill University

Program:

Accelerate

Integrated Climate – Groundwater – Surface Water Assessment of Eastern Slopes Rivers

Eastern Slopes Rivers (ESRs) of Canadian Rockies are fed by various water sources including surface runoff, snow- and ice-melt, and groundwater. The contributions of the water sources vary seasonally and over the decadal scale under a changing climate. Different water sources flow through different pathways having different geological interactions, and consequently different water geochemistry. Therefore, the intern of this project will statistically analyze the riverine geochemistry and hydro-climatological data of the river watersheds to understand their seasonality, decadal variations, and their linkages. The project outcomes would shed light on the variations in the flow contributions of various water sources and improve flow prediction under a changing climate. As the knowledge translation is a strong component of this project, knowledge generated through this project will contribute to Alberta’s water monitoring, evaluation and reporting programs, and support water management and policy at municipal, provincial, and watershed council levels.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jianxun (Jennifer) He

Student:

Partner:

Bow River Basin Council

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Other services (except public administration); Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

Point of Care Faecal Calprotectin Assay Using Visual Interference Color Technology

To distinguishing between inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), colonoscopy is currently the gold standard. However, not only it is painful for the patient, but also expensive and time consuming. To address this problem, calprotectin in the stool can be a perfect marker to test. Companies such as BÜHLMANN has developed ELISA, but it is still an expensive, laborious, and time-consuming process that does not permit daily or weekly monitoring that would cost >$300/month/patient. Herein, a novel quick test for calprotectin level measurement using the Visual Interference Color Assay (VICA) technology from Pavonis Diagnostics Inc is proposed. This technology can help visualize protein interactions through visible color changes on the company developed aluminum foil slide. Specifically, calprotectin in the stool sample from the patient can be captured onto the slide and show a color change. By taking the image of the slide and analyzing the color change using the company developed VICA Lightbox, calprotectin level measurement can be completed within 30 minutes. This quick test can potentially exonerate the public health systems from spending unnecessary time and effort, as well as the patients from painful colonoscopy and biopsy.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Todd McMullen

Student:

Partner:

Pavonis Diagnostics Inc.

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Retail trade

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Accelerate

Adaptation de l’échelle Cognitions sur les Crimes Sexuels sur Internet à une population adolescente québécoise : Une étude de validation de l’échelle Perception des adolescents à propos de comportements sexuels en ligne (PACSL)

L’objectif général de ce projet est de valider une version modifiée de l’échelle Cognitions sur les Crimes Sexuels
sur Internet (C-CSI) à une population adolescente québécoise; version intitulée Perception des adolescents à
propos de comportements sexuels en ligne (PACSL). Plus précisément, les formes de validité suivante seront
établies : Validité de surface et écologique, validité discriminante, validité convergente et validité de critère.
Environ 300 adolescents seront recrutés pour participer à l’étude de validation (auteurs d’infraction sexuelle
(AIS) en ligne, AIS hors ligne et auteurs d’infractions non-sexuelles). Les groupes seront pairés en fonction des
principales variables sociodémographiques. Des mesures complémentaires seront recueillies afin de
documenter la validité convergente de l’échelle. Les stagiaires participeront au recrutement et à la passation
des questionnaires dans les sites de recrutement. Le nouvel outil validé sera gratuitement mis à disposition des
membres du RIMAS, l’organisme partenaire du projet.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Julie Carpentier;Jo-Annie Spearson-Goulet;Sarah Paquette

Student:

Partner:

Regroupement des intervenants en matière d’agression sexuelle

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Program:

Accelerate

Innovative Patient Monitoring System: Integrating Affordable Load Sensors and Multi-Modal AI for Enhanced Care and Safety

Recent statistics in Canada highlight a growing aging population, with 18.8% aged 65 and older, projected to increase by 6.2% by 2036. Falls and pressure injuries (PI) are major concerns for seniors and hospitalized patients, contributing significantly to hospitalizations. About 20-30% of seniors experience falls annually, leading to 85% of senior injury-related hospitalizations. While various fall detection methods exist, minimizing false alarms while maintaining high detection rates remains a challenge. Additionally, 26% of patients across healthcare settings suffer from PIs, with inadequate adherence to prevention strategies like patient repositioning every two hours. This study aims to introduce a novel smart technology to address these issues by detecting inbed body positioning for timely caregiver prompts and preventing patient falls from bed. Using data from the Toch Sleepsense device and Artificial Intelligence, it offers a contactless, user-friendly, and cost-effective alternative to existing solutions.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Atena Roshan Fekr;Dinesh Kumbhare;Atena Roshan Fekr

Student:

Partner:

Tochtech Technologies Ltd.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Information and cultural industries; Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

Non-invasive measurement of blood pressure with voice data

In North America, nearly half of adults experience chronically elevated blood pressure (BP), posing heightened risks of cardiovascular disease and kidney failure. Unfortunately, only half of those with elevated BP, or hypertension, are cognizant of their condition. The overarching goal of this project is to identify ways to monitor blood pressure with low cost, non-invasive and easy to use tools, thus providing an early warning mechanism to people developing hypertension. Gadgets that are currently available need frequent calibration and their accuracy often depends on such factors as skin tone and the handling of the device. To overcome these limitations, we aim to develop a measurement device that relies on voice data, gathered simply from standard phrases spoken into a mobile phone equipped with a custom app. We will use a combination of mathematical modelling and machine learning to robustly estimate blood pressure from voice segments. If successful, at-risk individuals would be offered a way to monitor their blood pressure that is as simple as making a phone call.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Lennaert van Veen

Student:

Partner:

Klick Labs

Discipline:

Mathematics

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Ontario Institute of Technology

Program:

Accelerate

Polysaccharide (PS) materials for managing cholesterol and diet–induced obesity (DIO)

High plasma cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) is a potential consequence of obesity that is becoming a major public health challenge. Excess caloric intake without a corresponding increase in energy expenditure is believed to be the major contributing factor to weight gain among Canadians leading to hypercholesterolemia. This ‘silent killer’, hypercholesterolemia is characterized by increased low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL–C) that increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Commercial bile acid sequestrants (BASs) for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia possess many intolerable side effects due to their artificial chemistry and the large dose requirement. We developed alternative [natural polysaccharide (PS) based] materials for commercial BASs which possess higher efficacies of clinically expected outcomes in a lower pharmacological dose. These polysaccharide (PS) materials would have three-in-one advantages: would lower the elevated cholesterol slowly, would reduce the orally ingested fat absorption and thus would decrease the diet-induced obesity (DIO), and lastly, they would serve as ‘pre-biotics’ to maintain the homeostasis of gut microbiome.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Michael KC Tam

Student:

Partner:

Oligomaster Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Utilisation d’un microréseau hybride pour la production et le stockage de l’hydrogène

Cette recherche vise à concevoir, dimensionner et optimiser un système novateur pour produire, liquéfier et stocker l’hydrogène en exploitant l’eau de mer et le vent des côtes du Nouveau Brunswick. On compte maximiser son rendement énergétique et sa robustesse tout en minimisant le coût économique et environnemental. Ceci passe par le choix des sources d’énergie renouvelable (hydrolienne, éolienne, pile à combustible), le développement de l’architecture d’électronique de puissance, la modélisation des électrolyseurs et des composants du système, le dimensionnement, le contrôle, la simulation numérique et les tests expérimentaux.
L’intérêt réside dans la production de l’hydrogène, l’oxygène et l’électricité propres, durables tout en exploitant les ressources marines de manière innovante, fiable et rentable

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jamel Ghouili

Student:

Partner:

Arthur Sivret and Fils Ltd.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure

University:

Université de Moncton

Program:

Accelerate

Identifying resistant short-season soybean breeding material and QTL involved in sudden death syndrome (Fusarium virguliforme) resistance in two short-season soybean breeding populations

Soybean sudden death syndrome (SDS), caused by Fusarium virguliforme, causes yield losses amounting to $ 500
M and $ 32 M (CAD) in the USA and Ontario annually, with yield losses reaching 100% in affected fields in
epidemic years. Resistant cultivars are one of the most effective ways of minimizing yield losses due to SDS.
Despite having been originally detected in the USA in 1971, few short-season cultivars have been developed,
primarily due to its more recent discovery in Ontario (1995) and Québec (2020). Additionally, no studies examining
QTL presence in short-season soybean germplasm or cultivars have been performed, with studies focusing
primarily on long-season soybean or including all maturity groups making it difficult for short-season soybean
breeders to identify parents. This project aims to identify resistant material in order to improve resistance in shortseason
soybean

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Faculty Supervisor:

Valerio Hoyos-Villegas;Jacquie Bede;Valerio Hoyos-Villegas

Student:

Partner:

CÉROM

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture and Food

University:

McGill University

Program:

Accelerate

Comparative analysis of the lettuce root microbiome under soil and hydroponic growing conditions

A comparative analysis of the root microbiomes of lettuce grown in soil to lettuce grown in hydroponic systems.
The microbial community composition for each root sample will be identified using DNA sequencing and compared
to determine differences between each sample. This information will help Ceragen improve their ability to identify
plant growth promoting microbes that can survive in a hydroponic environment.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Allyson MacLean

Student:

Partner:

Ceragen Inc.

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Accelerate

Étude des facteurs limitant la performance d’un réflectomètre optique cohérent dans le domaine temporel (C-OTDR) et optimisation par traitement de signal

L’objectif du projet est d’innover dans la conception d’un C-OTDR (Coherent Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) et de trouver le meilleur compromis entre la performance et les coûts. Les C-OTDR sont utilisés dans des marchés niches tels que les applications de mesure sur les liens sous-marins ainsi que dans différents types de senseurs haut de gamme tels que les senseurs de vibration acoustiques réflectométriques. Par rapport à un OTDR standard à détection directe, un C-OTDR permet en théorie de doubler la plage dynamique de mesure. Ceci est d’intérêt pour une large gamme d’applications qui sont présentement hors de portée des C-OTDR actuels en raison du coût. Une fois la conception bien maitrisée, un cahier des charges d’un C-OTDR basé sur un circuit photonique intégré (PIC) combinant les éléments clés sera réalisé afin d’investiguer la mise à l’échelle de la solution développée sur la plateforme technologique de silicium sur isolant (SOI).

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sophie LaRochelle

Student:

Partner:

EXFO

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Accelerate

Risk assessment of OT and IT infrastructure components

Over 18,000 systems, including those of numerous government agencies and corporations, as well as 15 critical infrastructure companies in gas, oil, electricity, and manufacturing, were affected by the SolarWinds supply chain attack, resulting in an estimated recovery cost of over 100 billion1. This attack highlights the increased interconnectivity between IT networks and OT systems due to the growth in data processing needs and the adoption of Industrial Internet-of- Things (IIoT) devices. However, manufacturers often neglect security considerations and release potentially vulnerable IIoT devices, which can be easily exploited by adversaries.
Poorly designed devices may allow the execution of arbitrary commands and firmware reprogramming, which can have a profound impact on the security and resiliency of OT systems.
Despite existing security mechanisms to enhance IoT/IT security, many research and operational issues remain unsolved and unimplemented in practice. This project address some of the existing gaps and focus on the accurate risk assessment of OT/IT networks.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Natalia Stakhanova

Student:

Partner:

International Minerals Innovation Institute;Cameco Corporation (Saskatoon, SK);Nutrien;BHP

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Mining; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Accelerate

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