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Engineering - chemical / biological

Optimization of Bull Semen Cryopreservation through Iterative and Rational Media Design

Cryopreserved (frozen) semen provides optimal genetics to cattle and especially dairy farmers, facilitating improved breeding programs. The sperm cryopreservation process significantly reduces fertility compared to fresh sperm. Each percent of reduced fertility amounts to a significant financial loss to farmers. Thus there is great pressure on semen providers to improve post thaw fertility, as it is a significant market decider. In order to be successfully cryopreserved, sperm must undergo a number of damaging processes. Many previous researchers have looked at specific processes individually, but we believe that all parts of the cryopreservation process must be considered in an interconnected whole. Therefore, we propose a novel whole-protocol optimization strategy combining novel biophysical research with a novel experimental optimization design. This will result in an improved sperm cryopreservation protocol for SEMEX, and improved understanding of sperm damage so that well designed follow-up studies can be implemented.

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Faculty Supervisor:

James Benson

Student:

Maajid Bhat

Partner:

L'Alliance Boviteq

Discipline:

Biology

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Understanding the Impact of Legal Cannabis Access on Health: A Large, Prospective Cohort Study of Canadians Obtaining Medical Cannabis Authorization

Although legal access to medical cannabis has been available in Canada for many years, our society has yet to fully understand the important health implications surrounding the use of medical cannabis or recreational users. However, the current availability of medical cannabis in Canada means that researchers have access to a large number of individuals who are cannabis users. This is an important group of people as understanding their health outcomes can help identify future health concerns and guide the implementation of policies, programs, practices, and/or resource distribution that would be needed to address potential health arising amongst non-medical cannabis users. The urgency of obtaining this information is emphasized by the proposal to legalize cannabis in Canada and the subsequent projected increase in cannabis users to as high as 7 million by 2021. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Dean Eurich

Student:

Arsene Zongo

Partner:

Aurora Cannabis

Discipline:

Epidemiology / Public health and policy

Sector:

Medical devices

University:

Program:

Accelerate

The effect of increased levels of converter based power generation on the voltage stability of a power system

As a result of the advancement of renewable energy and power electronic (PE) converter technologies, renewable energy sources are increasingly interfaced to the grid through PE based interconnections such as Voltage Sourced Converters (VSC) and Modular Multi-level Converters (MMC). It is essential to model and predict the behavior and effects of these components in the power system for safe and reliable operation. This proposed research project will focus on how renewable sources connected to the grid through PE converters, affect the stability power transmission system. In the first stage, Real Time Digital Simulation (RTDS) models will be developed for the case studies. Both theoretical analysis and simulations will be used to understand and demonstrate the effect of PE converters in power transmission system. In the second stage, studies will be extended to a meshed network and frequency stability of the system due to increased levels of PE converters will also be considered.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Udaya Annakkage

Student:

Thilini Maheshika Kumari Hathiyaldeniye Mudiyansela

Partner:

RTDS Technologies Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering - computer / electrical

Sector:

Energy

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Optimized Non-invasive Cuff-less Continuous Blood Pressure Measurement Technique Using Artificial Neural Network

Continuous blood pressure (BP) monitoring is highly of assistance for detection of the major public health issue which is cardiovascular problems. Nowadays the BP monitoring technique which are commonly used are mostly using an uncomfortable cuff that makes continuous monitoring impossible since it slows the blood flow. However, measuring continues blood pressures are necessarily and crucial in some cases such as diagnostic of hypertension, for CVD patients, Sleep apnea and etc. The purpose of this study is to develop an optimized non-invasive cuff-less and continuous BP measuring technique which is capable of estimating BP in each heartbeat using arterial pulse waveform. The mentioned approach is based on the optical sensor integrated into the VitalTracer smartwatch which utilizes artificial neural network and genetic algorithm to optimize the structure and performance of the networks to obtain better results. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Hilmi Dajani

Student:

Zahra Zangenehmadar

Partner:

VitalTracer Ltd.

Discipline:

Engineering - computer / electrical

Sector:

Medical devices

University:

Program:

Accelerate

The Effects of Mild Bilateral Jugular Vein Compression on Cerebrovascular Physiology

This project will investigate the effects of using the Q collar to apply gentle pressure to the jugular veins of the neck to monitor changes in brain (cerebrovascular) physiology during exercise and postural changes. Specifically we will investigate changes in brain blood flow velocity, relative changes in blood volume and oxygen levels, and changes in the space between the skull and the brain called the subarachnoid space. We will also monitor the heart and blood pressure. Following baseline resting data collection, postural changes will include lying down, sitting and standing. Then steady state exercise will be performed at a moderate-intensity for 30 minutes. All participants will perform these procedures with and without the Q collar on. This research will assist Q30 Sports Canada Inc. to validate the safety and efficacy of their collar device. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Patrick Neary

Student:

Ryan Dech

Partner:

Q30 Sports Canada Inc

Discipline:

Kinesiology

Sector:

Life sciences

University:

Program:

Accelerate

LAFORCE: Log Analytics For Operational Intelligence

The goal of this project is to explore the use of log analytics and machine/deep learning techniques to improve Ubisoft operational intelligence. Logs contain a wealth of information, but often hindered by the lack of best practices, tools, and processes. Despite the importance of logging, the area has not evolved much over the years. At Ubisoft, logs are used extensively for various system diagnosis tasks. The analysis of logs, however, is usually performed manually, limiting the full potential of the information contained in logs. In this project, we will explore the use of logs and deep learning to support two Ubisoft priority areas, namely the detection of anomalies and automated load and stress testing. We will also examine the practice of logging at Ubisoft and propose recommendations. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Abdelwahab Hamou-Lhadj

Student:

Fabio Petrillo

Partner:

Ubisoft

Discipline:

Engineering - computer / electrical

Sector:

Information and communications technologies

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Development of Hydrogen based Integrated hybrid energy systems through Power-to-gas concept for Industrial facilities

Under Ontario’s regulations, facilities generating thousands of tonnes of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per year must report their emissions, and industries are motivated to reduce GHGs through ‘Cap-and-Trade’ regulations. Based on the Power-to-gas concept, this research will develop a techno-economic-environmental model for hydrogen-based energy systems that include electricity from the utility grid and distributed renewable energy such as wind and solar. Toyota’s industrial facilities are used for a case study. Power-to-gas is a promising option for storing intermittent renewables, nuclear baseload power, and distributed energy, and it is a novel concept for the transition to increased renewable content of current fuels with an ultimate goal of transition to a sustainable low-carbon future energy system that interconnect power, transportation sectors, and thermal energy demand. A mathematical model will be developed to simulate the energy hub and consider all its interactions on an hourly basis to determine the energy (electricity, heat, and hydrogen) that is produced, stored, and used. Design and operational variables will be optimized based on the desired objectives including system cost, and environmental impacts […]

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Faculty Supervisor:

Michael Fowler

Student:

Azadeh Maroufmashat

Partner:

Toyota Canada

Discipline:

Engineering - chemical / biological

Sector:

Alternative energy

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Improving Hearing Aid Processing for Live Music

The goal of this project is to improve the processing on hearing aids for music. Currently hearing aids are designed for speech, but for some hearing aid users music is an important part of their lives. A concert where the room acoustics are changed will be used to collect audio samples for testing changes to the hearing aids to improve the quality of live music for hearing aid users.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ian Bruce

Student:

Larissa Taylor

Partner:

Unitron Hearing Ltd.

Discipline:

Engineering - computer / electrical

Sector:

Medical devices

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Recycling of Laminated Particleboard

This research will focus on the development of recycling solutions for laminated particleboard after services. To effectively recycle the wood particles from the used particleboard as suitable raw material, it needs to remove the cured adhesives from particleboard, usually urea-formaldehyde (UF) resins. It is well known that cured UF resins are susceptible to hydrolysis so the decomposing particleboard panels will allow to recover particles. In the current research proposal, we are aiming to recycle particleboard via a thermohydrolytic treatment (treated with steam, pressure, and heat), and use the recovered particles as raw materials to manufacture particleboard panels. Several physical and chemical properties of recycled particles will be investigated to evaluate its quality in comparison with the virgin particles. Furthermore, the effect of the weight ratio of recycled and virgin particles on the mechanical properties of particleboard panels will be also evaluated. TO BE CONT’D

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Faculty Supervisor:

Alain Cloutier

Student:

Qilan Fu

Partner:

FPInnovations

Discipline:

Visual arts

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Improved Human Movement Tracking and Prediction in High-Occlusion Multi-user Virtual Reality Environments

Virtual reality has the ability to change the way people work and play together, but almost all VR technology to date is designed for single users in separate, dedicated spaces. The problem with having multiple people in the same shared room (while in a shared VR experience together) is that they become much more difficult for the sensors to accurately track because sensors become visually blocked more often. This research proposal is focused on using intelligent algorithms to help improve tracking accuracy in these situations, while keeping hardware costs as low as possible. Using this technology helps VRCAVE can share its multi-user VR experiences with as many people as possible in a cost-effective way.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Pierre Boulanger

Student:

Nathaniel Rossol

Partner:

VRCave

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Information and communications technologies

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Preliminary Investigation of Innovative Processes to Recover Nickel from the Decar Deposit

The Decar nickel deposit is located in British Columbia. With more than 2 billion tons of reserves grading 0.2% Ni the deposit represents a significant resources. The nickel occurs in an uncommon mineral awaruite which is an alloy of nickel and iron. Due to its strong ferro-magnetic properties and high density (SG 8.0) it should be readily recoverable using magnetic separation followed by gravity concentration. However, the presence of significant amounts of magnetite which as similar physical properties makes it difficult to separate the awaruite from the magnetite. The deposit has been studied since the mid 1990s and thus far there has been no metallurgical solution. The proposed investigation is a scoping level study aimed at investigating a range of novel approaches. This short term study will be the basis for a larger longer term investigation of the more promising approaches.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Bern Klein

Student:

Santiago Seiler

Partner:

FPX Nickel Corp

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Mining and quarrying

University:

Program:

Accelerate

Device-free indoor activity detection and localization using Wifi signals

Creating smart indoor environments that detect and understand human daily life activities is attracting significant amount of attention, due to their huge potential impact on context-aware technologies. Aerial Technologies, our partner organization, is developing products that provide device-free indoor localization and activity recognition Wi-Fi signals generated by off-the-shelf Wi-Fi enabled devices. This project will use state of the art machine learning and time-series analysis algorithms to improve the detection and classification capabilities of these systems.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Aditya Mahajan

Student:

Raihan Seraj

Partner:

Aerial Technologies Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering - computer / electrical

Sector:

Information and communications technologies

University:

Program:

Accelerate

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