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siRNA Therapy of Blood Cancer – Preclinical Efficacy & Safety Evaluation

Nucleic acids such as DNA and RNA offer exceptional opportunities to fight against infectious and genetic diseases. To use nucleic acids effectively in a clinical setting, one needs to use effective delivery vehicles that can deliver the nucleic acids into the diseased cells. This project will develop effective delivery systems for this purpose. The delivery systems will be used to deliver RNA based therapeutic agents in particular diseases, namely hematological cancers. We will develop specific drugs against these diseases and test them in animal models of the diseases. Successful completion of this project will advance the therapies towards clinical testing.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Hasan Uludag

Student:

Partner:

RJH Biosciences Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Biotechnology; Biomanufacturing; Nanotechnology

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Elevate

Mentoring for Youth and Young Adults from Care (MYYAC) Project Evaluation

This project between the Evaluation Capacity Network (ECN) at the University of Alberta and the Alberta Mentoring Partnership (AMP) has 3 objectives: (1) support AMP and its partner organizations in implementing a
community-based evaluation of their new Mentoring for Youth and Young Adults from Care (MYYAC) program; (1a) provide evaluation capacity building supports to facilitate the evaluation; (2) research how participatory
evaluation and other evaluation capacity building processes build evaluation capacity; and (3) document processes of decolonizing and Indigenizing evaluation and evaluation capacity building. Interns will achieve these
goals using community-based participatory research and community-based evaluation. This project will provide information to AMP, MYYAC organizations, and other stakeholders that informs, improves, and demonstrates the
impact of the MYYAC program. We also hope this project will help build the capacity of AMP and MYYAC organizations to gather evidence that informs their programs, practices, and policies for supporting children, youth,
and families.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Rebecca Gokiert

Student:

Partner:

Boys and Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton and Area

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education; Health and Related Sciences & Technology; Other services (except public administration)

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Accelerate

Enhancing Prefabrication Efficiency through Extended Reality (XR): A Comprehensive Framework for Integration and Validation in the AEC-FM Industry

Ensuring safety and efficiency in the construction industry remains a paramount concern, requiring innovative solutions to mitigate delays, minimize reworks, and prevent accidents. Despite advancements, challenges persist in facilitating real-time interactions among project participants, addressing unforeseen design-construction discrepancies promptly, and efficiently managing construction materials and resources. This study investigates the potential of leveraging Extended Reality (XR) technologies to tackle these challenges by creating immersive virtual environments in both prefabrication and construction sites.
The proposed methodology adopts a systematic approach, incorporating iterative development cycles, real-world testing, and rigorous verification processes. Through this comprehensive methodology, the research aims to provide valuable insights guiding the seamless integration of XR technologies into CANAM’s manufacturing processes. This innovation is expected to significantly boost productivity and project outcomes for Groupe CANAM, fostering a more advanced and efficient approach to prefabrication in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction-Facility Management (AEC-FM) industry.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ali Motamedi

Student:

Partner:

Groupe Canam Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program:

Accelerate

La réalité virtuelle comme outil de sensibilisation aux micro-agressions vécues par les personnes racisées

Ce projet vise à développer un outil comportant des capsules vidéo de réalité virtuelle (quatre en français et quatre en anglais) dans lesquelles les personnes participantes seront plongées dans les réalités difficiles des personnes racisées. Cette expérience permettra de sensibiliser la population, leurs proches et leurs entourage aux problématiques de discrimination, de racisme et d’intégration dans la société, en plus de favoriser l’empathie. En collaboration avec la Fondation Jasmin Roy Sophie Desmarais, la personne stagiaire, sous la supervision d’une équipe de professeurs, sera appelé à participer à une recension des écrits, la réalisation des scénarios et du guide d’animation, ainsi qu’à l’évaluation de l’efficacité de l’outil.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Sabruna Dorceus;Nicole Gallant;Aline Lechaume;Eddy Supeno

Student:

Partner:

Fondation Jasmin Roy Sophie Desmarais

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education; Other services (except public administration)

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Accelerate

Human cellular models to test lipid nanoparticle potency for mRNA

mRNA vaccine technologies came to the forefront of public health during the recent global pandemic and this technology also has great potential for other therapeutic approaches. These vaccine platforms require that the mRNA be encapsulated by fat molecules into structures called “lipid nanoparticles”, and the specific chemical formulations of the mRNA and fats determine the extent to which immune cells like monocytes are recruited to the intramuscular injection site and respond to the mRNA. To support advancement of new mRNA delivery formulations by biomanufacturers like industry partner BIOVECTRA, we will develop a platform to test mRNA lipid nanoparticle responses in human cells (fibroblasts, skeletal myotubes, and monocytes). This work will develop human models of vaccine potency that will be useful for testing new mRNA delivery formulations and will provide new approaches for testing immune responses to mRNAs and lipid nanoparticles, which will support development of safer and more effective therapeutics.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Joel Ross

Student:

Partner:

BIOVECTRA Inc.

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Biotechnology; Biomanufacturing; Health and Related Sciences and Technology

University:

University of Prince Edward Island

Program:

Accelerate

Differential mobility spectrometry enables high throughput plasma proteomics with deep coverage

Human blood contains a large collection of proteins that can provide insight for early detection and projection of disease. Global protein profiling is commonly enabled by mass spectrometry (or MS; a technology that identifies protein components by mass), but the identification of proteins in blood is challenging because of the sheer complexity of blood samples. To reduce sample complexity, protein mixtures are often simplified through liquid phase separations prior to MS detection. Yet, these separation processes are insufficient for simplifying complex proteins during fast clinical testing, leading to the detection of a small number of proteins. To address this challenge, researchers have included gas-phase separations, which separate molecules based on different properties than liquid-phase separations, prior to MS analysis. Differential mobility spectrometry (DMS) is one such gas-phase separation technique that can supplement liquid-phase separations by separating molecules based on a combination of properties, including size, structure, and charge. Here, the intern proposes a partnership with SCIEX, a Canadian leader in MS technologies, to combine SCIEX’s DMS device with state-of-the-art MS instruments to improve the quality of protein detection from blood.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Anne-Claude Gingras

Student:

Partner:

SCIEX

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Elevate

Channel Modeling of Wireless Communication Systems Using Optimized Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface Arrays

The major objectives of this research are to derive the ultimate performance limits of a communication system using Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS), trying to reach those ultimate limits through the optimization of elements of the RIS and their configuration, evaluating the performance of physically realizable RIS based systems given practical limitations, and trying to alleviate any discrepancy between the theoretical and practical results through innovative techniques as well as complexity reduction methods allowing to implement larger systems. To summarize. the principal goal is to conduct research on the application of arrays with a massive number of antenna elements to increase the capacity of the next generation of broadband communication networks. The main focus will be on the RIS and optimization of the parameters of the elements of the RIS arrays as well as their configuration.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mohammad Reza Soleymani

Student:

Partner:

LATYS

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Technology; Advanced Manufacturing

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Accelerate

Multi-fidelity approach for the probabilistic assessment of dams

The proposed project seeks to evaluate the stability of concrete hydraulic structures using a progressive method that balances precision and computational expenses. By examining various simplification assumptions and analyzing different loading conditions, while incorporating machine learning techniques to merge data with different levels of accuracy, the project aims to enhance the evaluation of risks associated with hydraulic structures, facilitating better decision-making. Partnering with Hydro-Québec, a leading provider of renewable energy, the project will benefit the organization by enhancing safety assessments, optimizing resource management, and enabling proactive maintenance. Furthermore, by ensuring the stability of hydropower generation, the project contributes to Canada’s sustainability targets, reducing dependence on fossil fuels and minimizing CO2 emissions, which supports the nation’s commitment to fortify and sustain critical infrastructure in the long run.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Patrick Paultre

Student:

Partner:

Hydro-Quebec

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Energy and Utilities; Environmental Science and Technology; Water

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Elevate

Learning from the river: improving the resilience and ecological value of tidal marsh creation projects in Pacific Northwest estuaries

The tidal marshes of the Fraser River Estuary support numerous species, including juvenile salmon, and offer benefits to nearby communities. To counteract marsh losses, over 100 tidal marshes have been constructed in the estuary from the 1980s to present. Yet after 40 years, key knowledge gaps still limit our confidence in their ability to support juvenile salmon and persist in the long-term. This study aims to address these knowledge gaps by (1) measuring and comparing the abundance of juvenile salmon and their invertebrate prey between created and natural marshes, (2) studying and learning from areas of ongoing “natural” marsh expansion in the estuary, and (3) applying and testing innovative marsh creation approaches via a marsh creation pilot project. This research will inform and improve how tidal marshes are constructed and restored in the estuary, with wide-reaching benefits to both industry, governments, and ENGOs.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Tara Martin

Student:

Partner:

Raincoast Conservation Foundation

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

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

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Optimisation de la qualité de l’eau en filtration sur berge par l’identification de séquence de pompage

La filtration sur berge (FSB) est utilisée depuis plus de 200 ans comme méthode naturelle pour pré-traiter l’eau de surface. Cependant, des défis persistent quant à la préservation de la qualité de l’eau au fil du temps,
notamment en raison de l’augmentation des taux en fer et de manganèse dans l’eau brute. Ce projet vise à améliorer la qualité de l’eau brute dans les systèmes de FSB en optimisant les séquences de pompage. Les
personnes stagiaires étudieront i) les variations de la qualité et ii) la traitabilité de l’eau brute. Ces avancées contribueront à optimiser l’efficacité de la FSB, réduisant ainsi les coûts associés à la potabilisation de l’eau, ce
qui est d’une importance majeure pour la municipalité impliquée dans ce projet.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Janie Masse-Dufresne;Benoit Barbeau

Student:

Partner:

Ville de Sainte-Marthe-sur-le-Lac

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Public administration

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program:

Accelerate

The Central Role of Spectroscopy in Fighting Back the Opioid Crisis: Pushing the Limits of Detection of Fentanyl Analogues

The overarching goal of this project is to develop optimized instrumentation and methods for the detection of potent drugs such as fentanyl. SCATR Inc. is a company that develops hardware and software innovative solutions for drug checking with the goal to reduce the harm caused by the use of unknown substances. The collaboration between SCATR and the nanophotonics research laboratory led Dr Lagugne will enables news approaches in particular to detect low amounts of very potent drugs contained in multicomponent mixtures. In particular, the detection of fentanyl analogues will be targeted thus improving of capacity to rapidly detect and quantify this very dangerous substance that causes over 7,500 lethal overdoses per year in Canada.

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Faculty Supervisor:

François Lagugné-Labarthet

Student:

Partner:

Scatr

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

The University of Western Ontario

Program:

Accelerate

Developing novel pea varieties with improved flavour, aroma, and digestibility

Pea protein is an excellent alternative to animal protein for consumers that are concerned with the environmental, ethical, or health implications of animal agriculture. Unfortunately, many consumers can not make dietary choices that align with their other concerns as pea protein has several undesirable traits impeding consumers from adopting pea protein into their diets. These traits include unpleasant flavours and aromas in pea protein and difficulty with its digestion. However, in the last 10 years a new technology called gene-editing has been developed. This technology allows for precise genetic modifications to be made in peas allowing for the development of novel traits that would be prohibitively time intensive using conventional breeding. In this project we will utilise gene-editing to create pea varieties that have better flavor, aroma, and digestibility to reduce the friction preventing consumers from adopting pea protein into their diets.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Dae-Kyun Ro

Student:

Partner:

AgGene

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Calgary

Program:

Accelerate

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