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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

TechSol Marine : Gestion des appels d’offres

Techsol Marine est une entreprise manufacturière oeuvrant depuis plus de 25 ans dans le domaine électrique du
secteur maritime et ce, en mode projet. Il s’agit soit de projets de construction ou de réfection de navires qui
comportent plusieurs systèmes électriques. Concrètement, cela représente une intégration regroupant à la fois
des articles standards de différents manufacturiers de même que des systèmes “sur mesure” conçus, fabriqués
et assemblés par Techsol pour former un ensemble cohérent et fonctionnel qui sera installé et mis en service sur
le bateau.
L’objectif de ce projet est de faciliter le travail des experts répondant aux appels d’offres en proposant l’ensemble
des produits répondant le plus aux requis données dudit appel.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Christian Gagné;Luc Lamontagne

Student:

Partner:

Techsol Marine

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Accelerate

An assessment of agricultural stream designs used in maintenance operations in Quebec

In agricultural watersheds, many meandering rivers were straightened and several rectilinear ditches were added to the drainage network in order to evacuate water as quickly as possible in the spring to improve farm productivity. The design of these modified channels was not based on natural river dynamic concepts, which include both discharge capacity and sediment transport, and thus need to be maintained frequently as they tend to adjust by eroding their banks and returning to a sinuous pattern. The objectives of this research project are to provide a critical analysis of several existing agricultural channel designs in the Montérégie region (Quebec) and to propose alternative solutions which would require less maintenance in the future and which may result in improved water quality in agricultural watersheds. Key variables such as width, depth, slope, bed shear stress and stream power will be computed for several design channels. Field evidence of river adjustment following the last maintenance operation will also be used to make suggestions for improvements in the channel design.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Susan Gaskin

Student:

Partner:

J.F. Sabourin et associés inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

McGill University

Program:

Accelerate

Green Roofs as a Stormwater Management Tool

The intern will undertake a project which analyses several drainage structures of an experimental green roof while developing a numerical model to mimic the experimentally obtained results. In addition, the intern will also be involved in working on an Integrated Stormwater Management Plan, and low impact development methods. The partner organization will benefit by having a more effective green roof drainage design developed as well as a numerical model created to simulate the design changes.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Loretta Li

Student:

Partner:

Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Ltd

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

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