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L2M – Social Impact Measurement Toolkit For Community Service Organizations

Canada is facing a prolonged period of low productivity, which is worsened by its aging demographic. Low productivity growth leads to reduced economic growth and a lower quality of life for Canadians, emphasizing the need for innovation. Two key factors are Canada’s low Business R&D levels and its leadership in university R&D. To address this, L2M focuses on developing innovation and entrepreneurial skills in Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP), aiming to expand the pool of industry innovators and researchers capable of commercializing discoveries. Specifically, there’s a growing demand for accountability in social services and non-profit organizations in Canada, prompting the creation of a social impact measurement toolkit to help them demonstrate their impact and attract funders.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Eric Li

Student:

Partner:

I-INC Foundation for Business Development

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia - Okanagan

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Development of 3D printable inks for wound dressing applications

it is planned to devise 3D printable PLA-PEG gels hosting st EOs (called emulgels). The primary objective of this research is to develop innovative methods to manufacture multifunctional 3D-printed hydrogels that can be applied to wound treatments. The challenges include stabilization of EO droplet in gel media along with engineering the rheological properties of emulgels for high fidelity 3D printing. Indeed, the novel amphiphilic PLA-PEG copolymer synthesized in our lab conjugated with Prof. Kamakar’s group solid background in rheology and 3D printing make the accomplishment of this interdisciplinary and urgently needed project feasible. Thus, in the first step, the molecular structure of the PLA-PEG will be fine-tuned for stabilization of EO droplets in the bulk of gels. Afterwards, the 3D printintability of the emulgels will be tuned by adjusting different factors including polymer and EO concentrations. In the final step, the optimized emulgel will be 3D printed with different patterns and the correlation between the printing pattern and EO release will be studied.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Milad Kamkar

Student:

Partner:

Univerzita Tomáše Bati ve Zlíne

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Advanced Manufacturing; Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Reconnaissance de la Fédération Québécoise de Sports Électroniques (FQSE) en tant que régie sportive : Revue de littérature sur les impacts des programmes de sports électroniques sur les joueurs.

Les sports électroniques sont définis comme des compétitions organisées et règlementées de jeux vidéo. En raison de la popularité grandissante de cette pratique dans les milieux scolaires, la Fédération Québécoise de Sports Électroniques (FQSE) tente d’obtenir le statut de régie sportive par le gouvernement du Québec. Cette reconnaissance va permettre à la fédération d’avoir les moyens de répondre à la forte demande des écoles, mais aussi de s’assurer que cette pratique est encadrée de façon saine et éthique. Le présent projet se donne comme objectif d’effectuer une recension des écrits sur les impacts de ce type de programme, de décrire et analyser les programmes en place et de recenser les outils de mesures pertinents pour la prochaine phase du projet. Le fait d’encadrer cette pratique dans les écoles est aussi susceptible de répondre à un enjeu de santé communautaire en lien avec la pratique du jeu vidéo chez les jeunes.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Élisabeth Beaunoyer;Charles Tétreau

Student:

Partner:

Fédération Québécoise de Sports Électroniques

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

Program:

Accelerate

L2M – Design and Development of Smart Wall Damper for Seismic Control of High-Rise Buildings

Rapid urbanization has triggered a global surge in the construction of high-rise buildings, necessitating their robust designs to withstand the impact of natural hazards, such as earthquakes and strong winds. In response to this challenge, innovative strategies are being explored to mitigate the deformations and accelerations imparted on high-rise structures by these natural hazards. One promising avenue involves the integration of supplemental control systems, wherein an additional damping element is seamlessly incorporated into the building’s lateral-force-resisting framework. This augmentation serves the purpose of dissipating energy and suppressing motion.
The objective of the proposed project-based is to develop an innovative self-sensing and self-actuating smart structural control system, called a smart wall damper (SWD), which is to be enriched with embedded sensors. It will provide a practical system to be embedded in high-rise buildings while being a relatively low-cost and easy-to-use health-monitoring component. The SWD uses magnetorheological fluid (with variable viscosity) to provide the desired damping and energy dissipation capacity needed for resisting extreme lateral loads in high-rise buildings.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Deborah Roberts

Student:

Partner:

I-INC Foundation for Business Development

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Northern British Columbia

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

‘CycloProteins’: Production of mycoprotein in a circular bioprocess

We’re revolutionizing the future of food by producing sustainable, mushroom-based protein. Traditional protein sources are resource-intensive and less eco-friendly. Our innovation lies in utilizing agricultural waste as feedstock to cultivate high-quality mycoprotein, essentially turning waste into a value-added product. Utilizing cutting-edge bioreactor designs and process optimization techniques, we aim to make this production scalable and cost-effective. In collaboration with Maia Farms, a leader in mushroom-based foods, we aim to commercialize this technology, offering consumers a delicious, cost-effective, and eco- friendly alternative to conventional meat products.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Vikramaditya Yadav

Student:

Partner:

Maia Farms Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Polymer-LNP for enhanced delivery of nucleic acids

Tiny particles made of fat are an established system for delivering nucleic acids into cells to perform gene therapy. We have developed a new polymer that can be incorporated into fat particles to improve the nucleic acid delivery efficiency. Using this polymer and others with a similar structure, we will engineer a library of fat particles made with different combinations of fats and polymers. We will study how compatible each polymer is with fats, their mechanism for increasing nucleic acid delivery, and their performance (efficacy and side effects) in small animals. Results from this research will help us develop a better delivery system for nucleic acids for improved gene therapy for many diseases.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Shyh-Dar Li

Student:

Partner:

NanoStar Pharmaceuticals

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Development of a public sector change management model

Change is a necessary part of an organization’s existence and its continued growth. Therefore, the ability to manage change effectively and efficiently contributes to organizational success. The intern, through an extensive review of change models and public sector change literature, will develop a change model suitable for the public sector environment. The model will be validated and refined through interviews with public sector managers. The partner organization will benefit from the results of this research as Intersol will be able to use the resulting change model to better integrate change within the public sector.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Gregory Richards

Student:

Partner:

Intersol

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Public Service, Policy, and Governance; Other

University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Accelerate

Remote Patient Monitoring via Wearable Devices and Social Robot Companion

This project addresses critical healthcare concerns by developing a user-centric vital sign monitoring system tailored for continuous patient care. In a society grappling with health management challenges, especially amidst an aging population and events like the COVID-19 pandemic, this initiative bridges a persistent gap in post-intervention care. Many individuals, particularly elderly and fragile patients, often face limited support during the crucial recovery phase at home. The project focuses on the same key parameters used in hospitals which are fundamental measurements indicating a patient’s health status. Incorporating innovative technology, the solution introduces a social robotic companion to be used as a tool, serving as a personalized link between patients and physicians. This companion offers not only critical monitoring capabilities but also emotional and social support, enhancing the overall well-being of patients during their recovery. By building on the foundation of previous research and leveraging the current technological advancements, the proposed solution integrates biological and psychological feedback, ensuring a holistic approach to healthcare. The expected benefits of this project for Medtronic Canada are significant. Beyond the potential cost savings—thousands of dollars per patient—the solution promises to streamline healthcare processes, reducing the workload on professionals.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Edward Park

Student:

Partner:

Medtronic Canada

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Simon Fraser University

Program:

Elevate

Desjardins AG : Analyse des notes textuelles en assurance de dommages

Dans un processus de réclamations en assurances de dommages, plusieurs intervenants sont appelés à intervenir dans un même dossier sur différentes actions : prises d’avis de sinistres, estimation des dommages, suivi avec les fournisseurs, paiement, etc.). À chaque intervention, une prise de notes est effectuée au dossier.
Ainsi, afin de bien connaître la séquence des événements, le stagiaire sera responsable de réaliser l’analyse et la catégorisation des notes textuelles prises par ces différents intervenants impliqués dans ce processus. Cela permettra notamment de réaliser l’annotation des actions effectuées et mieux comprendre la séquence de celles-ci dans une perspective d’amélioration continue.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Christian Gagné;Richard Khoury

Student:

Partner:

Desjardins Assurances Générales

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Finance and Insurance

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Accelerate

Biotonix : Génération des caractéristiques d’électro-encéphalogrammes

Biotonix adopte la recherche et le développement comme pratique pour créer des produits uniques et innovants. L’entreprise commercialise le logiciel Biotonix Posture d’évaluation de la posture statique, utilisé par les professionnels de la santé et de la réadaptation physique en environnement clinique, ainsi que l’application mobile BTX App de santé générale destinée au milieu de l’entreprise comme outil de santé au travail.
Biotonix dispose d’un test d’autoévaluation cognitive et émotionnelle, développé sur la base de la psychométrie, capable d’identifier les niveaux de risque pour divers domaines psychologiques, tels que l’anxiété, la dépression, l’attention, l’hyperactivité-impulsivité, les fonctions exécutives et l’irritabilité. Ce test est actuellement implémenté dans BTX App.
Dans le cadre du programme des stages de la MIIA, Biotonix propose d’évaluer la faisabilité d’un système génératif des électroencéphalogrammes (EEG) au moyen de questionnaires d’autoévaluation psychologique. Il faut vérifier à quel niveau des EEG générés à partir de schémas de réponse caractéristiques, associés aux diagnostics cliniques, possèdent des propriétés observées dans des EEG réels et attendues par les spécialistes

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Faculty Supervisor:

Christian Gagné;Michel-Pierre Coll

Student:

Partner:

Biotonix

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Accelerate

Tailoring Surface Chemistry of Carboxylated Cellulose Nanocrystals for Enhanced Performance in Biodegradable Nanocomposites

Nanocellulose is an emerging sustainable Canadian nanomaterial with potential applications in a range
of industries. This collaborative project between the Cranston group at UBC and Anomera Inc. aims to
enhance Anomera’s nanocellulose product, Dextracel, through a straightforward water-based surface
modification route. More specifically, we will increase the stability of Dextracel, improve the compatibility
of Dextracel with bioplastics, and impart the ability for Dextracel nanoparticles to be tethered to each other
or to other materials to advance the development of greener composites and coatings. Overall, we are
working towards displacing petrochemically-derived materials with bio-based materials. This research is
expected to promote the Canadian forestry sector as Canada is considered among the global leaders in
generating innovative sustainably-sourced nanomaterials and bioproducts.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Emily Cranston

Student:

Partner:

Anomera

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Forklift localization and tracking in warehouse settings

In warehouses, it’s important to know where forklifts are for safety and efficiency. Visual SLAM is a promising approach for forklift localization and navigation for indoor applications, but current methods have problems like being slow, not understanding what they see, and being affected by changes in light. This project aims to solve these problems and make a strong system to find and track forklifts in warehouses. It will focus on finding and matching features, localization, understanding the environment, and keeping the map updated. The successful completion of this project will make great contributions to intelligent warehouse management. It introduces capabilities such as real-time inventory tracking, optimized storage layouts for efficiency, dynamic resource allocation, and streamlined order fulfillment. These outcomes have the capacity to positively impact Canada’s economy, trade relations, and technological standing.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Guanghui Wang

Student:

Partner:

Antek Logistics

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Transportation and warehousing

University:

Toronto Metropolitan University

Program:

Accelerate

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