Innovative Projects Realized

Strategic Business Analysis for Operational Efficiency and Growth at LOJEL

This project is a five-month internship where an intern will work with LOJEL to review its sales data, market trends, and business operations. The intern will create simple tools to track important performance indicators and find ways to cut costs and improve processes. By doing this, the project will help LOJEL operate more efficiently, make better decisions, and grow in a competitive market.

Development and testing of an on-line video game to teach second languages

Copernicus Studios Inc. (CSI; Halifax, NS) is developing LANGA – disruptive LANguage GAming software to help people learn new languages. LANGA uses advanced speech recognition and high-end animation to create a unique and engaging gaming experience. However, LANGA is more than just flash – it has been developed in partnership with the NeuroCognitive Imaging Lab (NCIL) at Dalhousie University. This industrial-academic partnership was forged to ensure that the training programs are informed by research in second language learning, and that LANGA’s effectiveness has been validated in the lab. At present we have developed a proof-of-concept prototype and demonstrated that it is effective in teaching people basic vocabulary in a new language. This Mitacs Accelerate cluster will support three interns — with backgrounds in linguistics, cognitive neuroscience, and computer science — to conduct the additional research and development needed to make LANGA more comprehensive, effective, and market-ready

Metabolic imaging with deuterated Glucose

CO2-Absorption in Columns with Structured Packings

Investigation of a newly developed aluminum alloy processed by laser powder bed fusion

McGill Queen’s University Press, Summer 2025 Internship

Conversion of backlist ebooks into accessible versions to be in line with new European accessibility legislation
– Conversion to accessible ebooks includes basic data entry, language tagging, alt text
– Helping to make a plan for the conversion of backlist titles
– Finding ways to make the process more efficient
– Helping to supervise student workers involved in the conversion task

Training AI Model for prostate tumor reconstruction

Dental Technician COOP

Our company offers modern, high-quality solutions to our patients utilizing technologically advanced solutions. We consist of a main clinic in Lethbridge, AB and a satellite clinic in Coaldale, AB, employing a number of staff over 19 years. Advances in CAD/CAM systems are driving opportunities to explore new workflows and provide an improved patient experience through new methods of manufacturing. The use of digital methods of design and production leads to increased precision and accuracy in manufacturing, reduced turnaround time for patients, cost savings for both the business and patient, consistency and reproducibility, expanded material options, enhanced workflow integration, and better documentation and storage. Although our clinics utilize these advanced systems, technology is always evolving. It is challenging to balance the day-to-day operations in busy clinics with the set up and utilization of these systems to their full potential and investigate new materials and workflows. With the help of a student with recent knowledge from their academic studies, we could set up new equipment and explore and test new workflows with the potential of integrating new processes. This could lead to the clinic’s ability to enhance its current offerings to patients and improve their experience.

Optimized catalyst layers for efficient hydrogen production

Applicability of functional size measurement to quantum error correction software

The primary objective of this research is to measure error correction schemes in quantum computing and their impact on the functional size of quantum software. By analyzing various Quantum Error Correction (QEC) methods, the research aims to optimize quantum software measurement and development. Additionally, a key goal is to define specifications for an automated tool based on the COSMIC method.
This RGA application is related to the in-progress IT-34807 ETS-MITACS project.

Évaluation de l’utilisation du BIM pour deux aéroports au Québec

Le Building Information Modeling (BIM) est une véritable révolution dans la réalisation des projets de construction. Les technologies qui lui sont associées devraient permettre des gains appréciables dans la qualité, les coûts ainsi que les délais de réalisation tout en augmentant la productivité dans la conception et la construction. Cependant de telles retombées ne sont possibles qu’avec une reconfiguration des modes d’échanges d’information entre les différentes entreprises impliquées dans le projet. Cette recherche est une première dans la documentation des problématiques reliées à cette reconfiguration à l’aide de deux cas exceptionnels par leur nature, Aéroport de Québec Inc (AQI) et Aéroports de Montréal (ADM). Elle permettra l’équipe de projet de développer une expertise unique dans la planification et la gestion des projets BIM et à l’AQi de maximiser les retombées du BIM pour leur projet. Elle bénéficiera aussi à toute l’industrie dans la compréhension des enjeux reliés à une implantation performante du BIM.

Building Bridges: The Role of Mentorship in Addressing Youth Gang Involvement Through the Mentorship and Gang Solutions (MAGS) Program

The Mentorship and Gang Solutions (MAGS) program, supported by the Edmonton Police Service (EPS), aims to reduce youth gang involvement through targeted mentorship. This initiative connects high-risk youth with Lived Life Experienced Mentors (LLEMs) who share their own journeys of experiencing similar challenges. These mentors, equipped with firsthand knowledge and understanding, guide youth toward positive life changes and away from gang activities and violence. This research will evaluate the effectiveness of MAGS in facilitating youth reintegration into the community and reducing gang involvement. The research will examine how mentorship impacts youths’ mental health, social behaviour, education, and employment opportunities, while also exploring the experiences and development of the mentors themselves. This evaluation will assess both the implementation process and outcomes of MAGS in facilitating youth reintegration, reducing gang involvement, and fostering stronger community ties. The findings from this study will help refine mentorship practices and enhance community-based strategies to support high-risk youth. By documenting the successes and learnings from the challenges of the MAGS program, we aim to contribute to safer, more supportive environments for Edmonton’s youth, ensuring they have the opportunities and support needed to thrive.