Innovative Projects Realized

Reliability analysis of rotating mechanical systems using signal processing and analytical modeling

There is no memorandum project overview associated with this application.

The molecular genetics study on iron metabolism in a major global human fungal pathogen Cryptococcus neoformans

There is no memorandum project overview associated with this application.

Measuring Sustainability in the Supply Chain at TD Bank Group

The purpose of this project is to develop an original model for evaluating TOBFG’s suppliers on the

basis of environmental, social, and/or economic criteria. TOBFG has several initiatives to implement

its corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy. The research will focus on helping TOBFG align its

CSR strategy with its supply chain management practices, particularly as it relates to evaluating its

suppliers on the basis of sustainability criteria. It is expected the development of the supplier

evaluation model will: (1) provide a means of evaluating TO Bank Group’s suppliers on the basis of

environmental, social, and economic criteria, (2) provide stronger justification for supply-related

decisions, (3) help further link sustainability issues with other initiatives in the company, (4) further

demonstrate TO Bank Group’s commitment to sustainability principles and (5) enhance accountability

to stakeholders through the provision of greater transparency on supply chain issues. Given the

increasing emphasis on corporate sustainability, the model will also provide a needed example for

other organizations …

Investigation on the mechanism of gelatinization-drying technology for functional improvement of cereal-based products

There is no memorandum project overview associated with this application.

Elucidation of Catalytic Activity by Nano patterning of Nickel

There is no memorandum project overview associated with this application.

Rebuilding a pterostilbene biosynthetic pathway in yeast by genome-editing

There is no memorandum project overview associated with this application.

Élaboration de nouveaux emballages à base de chitosane pour prolonger la durée de vie du lait

Une tendance « bio » et naturelle se développe de plus en plus chez les consommateurs, ce qui démontre leur capacité à influencer les tendances du marché. En effet, les consommateurs se soucient plus que jamais de leur santé et de leur impact sur l’environnement. Ils attribueront donc nécessairement une meilleure image sociale aux entreprises qui se conformeront à leurs valeurs.
Notre emballage à base de chitosane (un matériau naturel d’origine marine) est capable d’éliminer les microorganismes présents dans l’aliment emballé (prototype testé sur la viande). Ceci a pour conséquences de prolonger la date limite de consommation (DLC) et de ce fait de réduire le gaspillage alimentaire tout en améliorant la sécurité du consommateur. TO BE CONT’D

Numerical Modelling of Laser Cladding Technology using Pastes and Tapes

Laser cladding is an additive manufacturing technology for applying high-quality metal coatings to parts in order to improve their mechanical wear properties, and thus increase their lifespan. Currently, these metal coatings are created by depositing metal powders on the work piece and welding them together with the laser. A significant amount of powder is lost in this process, which is a large factor in the cost of this type of cladding. This project will use computational modelling to help the industrial partner optimize application parameters for a new deposition method in laser cladding which uses pastes and tapes. These tapes and pastes can help minimize powder loss, increase cladding efficiency, and achieve a higher flexibility in cladding complex part geometries. These improvements will significantly increase the competitiveness of laser cladding, achieve economic feasibility in new areas, and thereby help expand the market share of this advanced technology.

Evaluation and improvements to quantitative models for predicting en route loss in Fraser sockeye salmon

Fraser River sockeye have become more difficult to manage due to climate change and increasing high adult in-river mortality events. Currently, managers use the difference between estimated lower river sockeye abundance at Mission hydroacoustic station and estimates of abundance attained on the spawning grounds through stock assessment; referred to as difference between estimates (DBE’s). Fraser River sockeye managers use linear models to understand the factors that contribute to these estimates post season in the form of descriptive management adjustment models and use predictive management adjustment models in-season to predict DBE’s and adjust fishing accordingly. However, predictive management adjustment models used in-season have been unreliable which has resulted in foregone catch suggesting that the models need to be improved. In this internship we will test upper river temperatures relevant to each population to see if the post-season descriptive management adjustment model fit improves. TO BE CONT’D

Analysis and Optimization for Industrial Safety and Efficiency

Irwin’s Industrial Safety is a leading provider of safety consulting, safety training, and safety operations management. Over the last 4 years, Irwin’s Safety has compiled data on project safety and efficiency over a wide scope of projects. Moving forward, Irwin’s Safety seeks research into how this data can best be analyzed, visualized, and used to optimize future projects. Before data can be analyzed, data scripting will be applied to transform the data into a suitable format. Data analysis will include a variety of standard techniques, and develop custom methods appropriate for this data set. Data visualization will be used to help communicate the statistical findings to non-research orientated consumers. Finally, an optimal resource allocation model will be developed and analyzed. An algorithm will be designed to provide rapid solutions to the optimal resource allocation model, so future projects can be optimized.

ROS detection probe for diagnosis and treatment of cancer tumour

There is no memorandum project overview associated with this application.

Epidermal ultrasensitive mechanosensors for dysphagia treatment

There is no memorandum project overview associated with this application.