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Violence conjugale : Pour un meilleur accompagnement des intervenants psychosociaux au Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et de Services sociaux du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (CIUSSS-SLSJ)

La violence dans les relations conjugales est très prévalente au Québec et la situation s’est exacerbée dans le contexte des mesures de confinement associées à la pandémie de COVID-19. À la lumière de l’ampleur de la problématique, il s’avère nécessaire d’être en mesure de la reconnaître afin de mettre en oeuvre les moyens pour la prévenir et intervenir. Au Centre Intégré Universitaire de Santé et de Services sociaux du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (CIUSSS-SLSJ), ce sont les intervenants psychosociaux qui sont susceptibles d’intervenir dans des contextes de violence conjugale. Dans un premier temps, ce projet vise à mieux comprendre les situations auxquelles les intervenantes et intervenants sont confrontés dans le cadre de leur travail, leur niveau d’aisance à intervenir, les outils utilisés et leurs besoins supplémentaires. Dans un deuxième temps, un outil d’intervention sera créé afin d’accompagner les intervenantes et intervenantes du CIUSSS. Cet outil adapté à leurs besoins les aidera à mieux prévenir et mieux intervenir en contexte de violence conjugale.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Eve Pouliot

Student:

Partner:

Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

Program:

Accelerate

Using a digital health platform for concussion rehabilitation in Olympic and Paralympic athletes

Due to the complex nature of a concussion recovery trajectories, rehabilitation must be tailored to the individual athlete. In high performance sport, athletes have access to world-class integrated support teams (IST) to guide concussion recovery. However, there are often barriers met, including decentralization from the team and/or travel throughout the competition year. In addition, there are no recommendations for active concussion recovery to meet the diverse needs of Paralympic athletes. Therefore, there is a need to establish accessible exercise progressions that are curated by practitioners and supported by research. The proposed research aims to determine if a digital health innovation can enhance the implementation of evidence-informed concussion rehabilitation for Olympic and Paralympic athletes. It is expected that athletes using the digital platform after concussion will experience improved recovery outcomes and achieve medical clearance for return to competition within appropriate timelines. Further, we expect that Rhea Health will improve communication between IST and the athletes and result in positive experiences using the platform for concussion recovery.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Michael Hutchison

Student:

Partner:

Own the Podium

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation; Other services (except public administration); Retail trade

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

Performance study of optical wireless communications withsynchronization error in atmospheric turbulence

One key challenge of subcarrier phase-shift keying (PSK) system using coherent modulation is the synchronization problem at the receiver because the residual synchronization error will introduce performance degradation to the system. In the proposed research project, I will investigate the effect of synchronization error on performance of SIM OWC system in atmospheric turbulence. The performance degradation introduced by synchronization error (with respect to performance of subcarrier PSK system with perfect synchronization) will be quantified analytically. This analytical tool can predict the performance loss introduced to subcarrier PSK system by imperfect synchronization once the key design parameters are given. I will also investigate the performance advantage of imperfect synchronized coherent modulations over noncoherent or differentially coherent modulations in order to examine the necessity of doing imperfect synchronization at the receiver in a practical system. The research results from this project will be used to help engineers design practical OWC links.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Julian Cheng

Student:

Partner:

University of Science and Technology of China

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

University of British Columbia - Okanagan

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Mechanistic evaluation and validation of the neuroprotective effects CBD in an in vitro model of Parkinson’s Disease

Langara College is collaborating with Jazz Pharmaceuticals to develop an understanding of how cannabidiol (CBD) binds to targets and induces physiological changes in normal dopaminergic neurons compared to those modified to replicate Parkinson’s Disease (PD). We are submitting an NSERC CCI ARD proposal to obtain $120,000 for this project. The industrial partner has pledged to provide $30,000 in-cash and $60,000 in-kind contributions. This proposal outlines a one-year trial project that may expand into a larger program of research at the end of this term. The overarching research question relevant to Jazz is whether their existing drug, Epidiolex®, can be used to mitigate PD symptoms and/or disease progression. To support the expanded use of CBD, and in turn Epidiolex®, in improving outcomes for patients with PD, a greater understanding of the effect of cannabinoids on neuronal cell function and efficacy in diseased cells is needed. The Kalra lab and Jazz will work collaboratively to examine the effects of CBD alone or in combination with other clinically relevant, non-psychoactive cannabinoids (Cannabinol (CBN) and Cannabigerol (CBG)) in abrogating the cellular pathophysiology of neurological diseases starting with PD. The proposal described herein has three specific aims: i) to develop and characterize normal neuronal and

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jessica Kalra

Student:

Partner:

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Langara College

Program:

Accelerate

Raasin de la Michif: promoting collaborative Métis food initiatives and culture across northern Manitoba

A food crisis currently confronts many Indigenous communities across northern Canada, including those in the Thompson region of the Manitoba Me´tis Federation (MMF). Efforts have shifted from past reliance on technology-centred solutions to those that are grounded in Indigenous traditions, culture, and language. However, they have yet to be documented adequately much less acted upon in many northern Me´tis communities. The general goal of this project is to characterize and to further facilitate initiatives related to Me´tis food sovereignty and security in northern Manitoba as undertaken by MMF-Thompson region.
The project will evaluate the impacts of the existing gardening program and expand upon the greenhouse/garden. It will systematically document and promote the many food initiatives taking place in Me´tis and other Indigenous communities in Manitoba. It will also explore opportunities for further supporting such initiatives into the future.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephane McLachlan

Student:

Partner:

Metis Economic Development Organization

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Accelerate

Amélioration de la planification opératoire par l’analyse des facteurs d’incertitude et une meilleure précision dans la prédiction des temps d’opération

Ce projet amorce la modernisation des approches de gestion des activités chirurgicales au sein du CHU de Québec-Université Laval. Les résultats de nos recherches contribueront à cette démarche de modernisation dans deux aspects cruciaux. D’abord, ils permettront de mitiger, voire d’éliminer les sources d’incertitude capables de perturber ou empêcher la réalisation des plan opératoires, rendant ainsi les processus soutenant les activités chirurgicales plus robustes et fiables. En deuxième lieu, le projet compte mobiliser les connaissances et les avancements les plus récents en intelligence artificielle pour développer des outils de prédiction des durées des chirurgies individualisées, c’est-à-dire, des outils qui tiendront compte des facteurs spécifiques de chaque chirurgie mais également de la condition du patient, et ce afin d’offrir une meilleure précision et fiabilité.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Angel Ruiz

Student:

Partner:

CHU de Québec-Université Laval

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Accelerate

AI-Driven Pneumothorax Detection in X-ray Imaging

This project aims to enhance the accuracy of identifying health issues in chest X-ray images. The team will develop a specialized tool, known as a “chest-tube detection model”, which will initially examine all X-rays to identify cases where patients have already received medical assistance, making it unnecessary to flag these cases. Subsequently, the remaining X-rays will undergo evaluation by a “pneumothorax-detection model” to identify potential instances of pneumothorax, a condition where air accumulates in the space between the lungs and the chest wall, causing breathing difficulties. The primary objective is to assist medical professionals by streamlining the process of identifying and prioritizing cases that require additional attention. The anticipated outcome is an improved method for detecting health concerns in chest X-rays, ultimately supporting healthcare providers in delivering more effective patient care.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Michael Brudno

Student:

Partner:

Lviv Polytechnic National University

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Artificial Intelligence; Technology

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Encapsulation de la nisine dans un nouveau système de délivrance pour la voie orale

Le projet de recherche vise à développer de petites particules capables de contenir de la nisine, un agent de conservation couramment utilisé dans l’alimentaire et qui présente également des propriétés anticancéreuses. L’objectif est de protéger cette molécule en l’enveloppant dans des nanoparticules, afin qu’elle puisse restée intacte et active quand elle est placée en contact de l’acidité de l’estomac, lorsqu’elle est prise par voie orale. L’étudiante sera responsable de la préparation des nanoparticules et utilisera différentes méthodes pour encapsuler la nisine à l’intérieur. Elle effectuera ensuite plusieurs tests pour caractériser ces particules et évaluera leur efficacité dans des environnements qui simulent le tractus gastro-intestinal. Les résultats attendus sont des particules de très petite taille et stables en milieu gastrique simulé. L’étudiante cherchera également à atteindre un taux de chargement maximal pour que la nisine, bien protégée à l’intérieur des particules, soit présente en quantité efficace pour des applications anticancéreuses.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Valérie Gaëlle Roullin

Student:

Partner:

Université d'Angers

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Nanotechnology; Pharmaceuticals; Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Imaging Fibrosis in Peyronie’s Disease with Photoacoustic Ultrasound

Nearly 1 in 10 men are affected by Peyronie’s Disease (PD), a disorder that occurs when excessive scarring builds up in the penis leading to abnormal curvature, pain, and erectile dysfunction. Currently, a photograph of the patient’s erect penis is used to measure the curvature angle, which can be very inaccurate and can be both physically and psychologically uncomfortable for patients. Although some treatments for PD exist, the limitations in assessing PD have made it difficult for doctors to know select the most effective treatment plan. We will employ a cutting-edge imaging technique called photoacoustics (PA) that can directly measure scarring of the penis. We will examine how PA imaging can be used to study PD patients undergoing treatment. Our goal is to help doctors at St.Michael’s Hospital and beyond caring for PD patients improve the quality of life for the 1.7 million Canadians affected by this disease.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Yonah Krakowsky

Student:

Partner:

Unity Health Toronto

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

Smog and Nanjing Citizens: a Contingent Valuation

The overall objective of the research is to find out to what extent air pollution affects the lives of the residents of Nanjing, China. We are going to use a well-known method in economics, the contingent valuation, to study the willingness to pay of the inhabitants of this city, for a reduction of air pollution (PM2.5). The willingness to pay of every survey respondent will be paired with data on their level of exposure to such pollution on a daily basis. We are hoping to find a positive correlation between both variables; individuals who are exposed to a higher concentration of PM2.5 would therefore value air quality more than others who are less exposed. Studies on the level of exposure to PM2.5 and on willingness to pay for air quality have been done in the past, but no study has combined both. The results of this project could potentially help environmental economists understand better the decision mechanisms behind attribution of a value for a non-market resource

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jie He

Student:

Partner:

Nanjing University

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Education

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Running FURTHER: Experiences of body image, pain, and self-regulation in women ultra-runners

Ultrarunning has gained popularity in recent decades, with greater participation and the development of several ultraraces across the world. An increase in participation by women athletes is suggested to be largely
responsible for this growth. However, there is limited understanding of the experiences of women ultra-runners. The purpose of this project is to examine how women ultra-athletes cope with and manage stressors, and
experience pain and their bodies during training and competition. Participants are ten women athletes and lululemon ambassadors taking part in Project Further in which athletes will run as far as they can in six days. We
will observe athletes during training and competition, and speak with them via interviews to learn about their experiences. The project will allow lululemon to engage with researchers in sport science to critically investigate
issues pertaining to gender in sport, and to work towards further supporting women ultra-endurance athletes to actualize their potential.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Erica Bennett

Student:

Partner:

Lululemon

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Manufacturing; Retail trade

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program:

Accelerate

Explorer comment les adultes atteints de douleur chronique non cancéreuse perçoivent la souffrance en lien avec la douleur et le stress : Une étude phénoménologique

Lors de mon premier projet de recherche pour le doctorat, j’ai conduit des entrevues portant sur le stress et la douleur de personnes affectées de douleur lombaire chronique. Lors de ces entrevues, nous avons observé que plusieurs participants avec des niveaux similaires de douleur semblaient avoir de grandes variations dans leur description de la souffrance associée à la douleur. Il est possible que le stress influence le degré de souffrance associé à la douleur, car il augmente le sentiment de contrôle faible sur les situations par exemple. Le premier projet n’avait pas de questions portant sur la souffrance, donc cette association reste exploratoire. Un nouveau projet ayant pour but de comprendre le rôle de la souffrance lors des interactions entre le stress et la douleur permettra de comprendre comment ces trois phénomènes interagissent. Ceci permettra d’établir les bases d’une théorie de la souffrance dans le contexte du stress et de la douleur.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Gabrielle Pagé

Student:

Partner:

Södertörn University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Globalink Research Award

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