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Post-Editing Automatic Speech Recognition Error Correction

This research tackles the problem of correcting errors produced by automatic speech recognition systems when transcribing calls by customers to call centers. These transcripts are increasingly analyzed using automated natural language processing tools, however the quality of this analysis is highly dependent on the quality of the transcription. An automatic speech recognition (ASR) system is typically used to transcribe conversations into text, but despite the use of commercial ASR, the word error rate remains high for English and for French agent-customer calls at Intact Financial. Hence, there is a need for techniques that can reduce errors in a post-processing step.
This research will consist in the development of algorithms for post ASR error correction in French and English. This research will reduce the word error rate in the transcription of Intact Financial’s call transcription, which will in turn enable a better analysis of the calls for improved call quality, agent performance and customer satisfaction.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Pascal Poupart

Student:

Partner:

Intact

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Finance and Insurance

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Clinical and Physiological Outcomes of Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES) to the Mastoid Process for the Treatment of Anxiety

Anxiety is the number one mental health disorder across the globe; however, since the pandemic, anxiety has skyrocketed to
an all-time high. Anxiety patients typically have access to treatment in the form of medication or cognitive behavioural
therapy (CBT), but medication is stigmatized and associated with intense side-effects, and CBT is expensive and hard to
access. This project explores the safety, efficacy, and physiological changes associated with a new wearable treatment for
anxiety called, Roga: a wearable device that lets anxiety sufferers access effective anxiety treatment at home, at work, or on
the go.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Richard Staines

Student:

Partner:

Roga Canada

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Guide de conception intégrée processus facilitateur pour l’efficacité énergétique des bâtiments

Actuellement, plusieurs acteurs de l’industrie de la construction utilisent des approches intégrées sans référence afin de bien conduire ces processus à des résultats optimaux. Par conséquent, le Centre d’études et de recherches pour l’avancement de la construction au Québec (CERACQ) aimerait combler ce vide par la diffusion d’un guide de conception intégrée. Ainsi, un guide décrivant le processus de conception intégré (PCI) et son application dans l’industrie québécoise sera élaboré en partenariat avec le Groupe de Recherche en Intégration et Développement Durable (GRIDD) et le CERACQ. Le CERACQ, dédié à la promotion de l’innovation réalise des projets de recherche expérimentation en collaboration, mais ne possède pas d’expertise interne nécessaire touchant le PCI. Par conséquent, le CERACQ souhaite s’associer au directeur et professeur Daniel Forgues. Directeur du GRIDD et titulaire de la chaire de recherche Pomerleau sur l’intégration des pratiques et des technologies en construction, ce dernier possède une expertise unique au Québec. Monsieur Forgues possède un réseau de partenaires industriels étendus auquel le responsable du projet d’application (Guide de CI) aura accès pour réaliser cette recherche, ainsi que plusieurs études de cas de projets en PCI donc ce dernier est le spécialiste au Québec.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Daniel Forgues

Student:

Partner:

CERACQ;CONTECH

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure

University:

École de technologie supérieure

Program:

Accelerate

Projet de développement d’un logiciel innovant dans le domaine de l’énergie.

Dans un contexte de changements climatiques et de transition énergétique, il est primordial de pouvoir développer des solutions technologiques qui vont permettre de faire face aux défits à venir. C’est dans ce contexte qu’il nous est venu l’idée de développer une solution 360° qui va non seulement prendre en compte la demande énergétique du clients afin de concevoir un système photovoltaique et aussi permettre au client d’optimiser sa consommation énergétique.
Les besoins du projet vont se résumer de la façon suivante :
1. Conception d’un site e-commerce dédié à la vente de produits liés à Nergietech.
2. Développement d’un outil 360°, une application disponible sur tous les appareils (téléphones, tablettes et ordinateurs) pour offrir une expérience complète aux utilisateurs.Cet outil vise à répondre de manière efficace et rapide aux besoins des clients de Nergietech et leur permet de suivre leur consommation.
3. Intégration des API Mobile money pour les paiements, offrant une solution pratique et sécurisée.
4. Création d’une base de données permettant de stocker les informations des utilisateurs ainsi que les données relatives à leur utilisation de l’application.
5. Développement d’une API pour permettre à l’application web d’accéder aux données de la base de données de manière sécurisée et efficace

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jihene Rezgui

Student:

Partner:

Les Solutions Nergietech

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

College d’enseignement general et professionnel de Maisonneuve

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Feasibility Study for Market Expansion into Asia and Europe: Assessing Financial Viability and Opportunities

The primary objective of this project is to assess the financial feasibility of Doggy Bathroom’s continued expansion into the European and introduction to the Asian markets, while also introducing new products and continuing its growth in the hospitality industry. A crucial aspect of the project will be to develop cost-effective business development strategies that can aid in the rollout of these expansion plans, while optimizing budgets to ensure financial viability. The success of the project will rely heavily on conducting a thorough feasibility study, analyzing market trends, and assessing potential risks and opportunities. This approach will enable Doggy Bathroom to make informed decisions regarding its expansion plans, while also ensuring that its growth objectives align with its financial goals. By implementing a sound financial strategy and carefully managing costs, the company can increase its brand awareness in North America and Europe while successfully penetrating Asian markets.

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Faculty Supervisor:

John-Paul Ferguson

Student:

Partner:

Doggy Bathroom

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Retail trade

University:

McGill University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Investigation of the corrosion under insulation behavior and chemical changes of various configurations of high temperature (> 260°C) thermally insulated systems and with and without deployment of novel Mica Spacer system

Corrosion under insulation (CUI) is a prominent damage mechanism in the hydrocarbon industries which results in the leaks and even lead to catastrophes. There are numerous spacer systems developed till date including Integrity Product’s Novel PTFE spacer wrap and Novel Insulation Ventilation system (IVS) which are studied comprehensively via Mitacs funded projects. All these spacer systems are effective for the pipes operating till 260°C due to the inherent limitation of PTFE and PVC (used for IVS) as these materials soften and hence loose their effectiveness above this temperature. Today. there is a huge network of pipelines, facility piping and equipment that operate at high temperatures (i.e., > 260°C) and run the risk of thermal degradation of the insulations via binder burnout, voids formation, moisture absorption and eventual CUI. So the use of PTFE and PVC wraps for such applications is not suitable. So there is a need to study the systems that can survice high temperatures to mitigate the CUI and SCC risks.

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Faculty Supervisor:

George Jarjoura

Student:

Partner:

Integrity Products & Supplies Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Dalhousie University

Program:

Accelerate

Correlating Corrugation Noise with Train Speed

Public rail transit maintenance includes ensuring that rails are free from the corrugation that develops naturally as trains traverse the rail. Detecting corrugation typically requires manual measurement of rail condition using a specialized measurement trolley. In a recent study we established a relationship between corrugation and the noise level produced by the train suggesting that passive noise measurements may provide a way to assess rail quality and whether rail maintenance (i.e., grinding) is overdue. The previously developed relationship was demonstrated at a single property (A) at nominal train speed operation. When the metrics were applied to a second property (B) the established rail quality metric did not match measurements. At Property B noise is shifted to another part of the audible spectrum, due to trains operating at slower speeds. We seek to establish a speed-dependent correction that can be applied to noise measurements to infer corrugation regardless of train speed.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Ian Jeffrey;Jonathan Regehr

Student:

Partner:

Advanced Rail Management

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Transportation and warehousing

University:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Accelerate

A study of the efficacy of IAMT as an assessment tool for prediction of progression of Parkinson’s Disease

The research project aims to investigate the efficacy of Improvised Active Music Therapy (IAMT) in assessing the motor and cognitive functioning of patients with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). As an emerging treatment, music therapy has been embraced as an effective rehabilitation alternative for neurodegenerative conditions, such as PD. In IAMT, the music therapist facilitates a spontaneous musical experience with the patients via musical improvisation. Data of the patient’s response through music-making is collected digitally and different parameters (i.e. note count, velocity and synchronization) are analyzed. The music measures correlating to the patient’s cognitive and motor outcome measure will enable us to detect those at higher risk of further mobility and cognitive decline and identify early symptoms for PD’s progression into different types of Dementia. This research will provide a feasible assessment tool for the practicing music therapists working with PD patients and it will attract further interests in the related topics.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Demian Kogutek

Student:

Partner:

Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

Wilfrid Laurier University

Program:

Accelerate

Institutional way of establishing private law in Ukraine

A scientific problem (theoretical or applied) that the research solves. The proposed research topic is a continuation of scientific research on private law in Ukraine. It is focused on the formation of a holistic concept of temporal regulation of private law relations from the point of view of the institutional way of establishing private law. According to such conceptual ideas, based on the essence of the institutional mechanisms of Ukraine, a large number of issues related to the establishment of private law relations will be analyzed, the legislative regularities of legal regulation and objective differences will be outlined, taking into account their essence and the legal purpose of their application.
As you know, the process of changes in the system of private law is still ongoing in Ukraine. Under such conditions, the proposed research topic is relevant, it will reflect the dynamics of real-time changes in the development of Ukraine in the conditions of war and further steps of the state to preserve private law relations.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Mariana Mota Prado

Student:

Partner:

West Ukrainian National University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Public Service, Policy, and Governance; Other

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Globalink Research Award

HVDC “Superline” for improved angular stabilityof AC-DC system

High Voltage DC Transmission (HVDC) is used for bulk power transfer over long distances. Manitoba Hydro system involves collection of AC power in the north where it is converted to DC and then transferred to southern Manitoba (approx 900km) where it is converted back to AC to feed consumers. Recently the problems of inter area oscillations have been reported in the system. Manitoba Hydro uses feedback signals such as frequency from the converter stations as control input to modulate power through HVDC links to damp these oscillations. However, sometimes these feedback signals may lack the observability of critical modes which may result in sustained oscillations and eventually in system collapse. In this research, we will investigate the local and remote signals rich in modal information to design the control system. Furthermore, we will develop a control strategy which is robust towards the loss or delay in these remote signals.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Aniruddha Gole

Student:

Partner:

Manitoba Hydro

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services; Utilities

University:

University of Manitoba

Program:

Accelerate

Advancing Real Estate Valuation: A Machine Learning Engine for Precise Price Estimation

In the proposed research project, linear regression, a machine learning method, will be used to create a system for estimating home prices. To pinpoint important elements that significantly affect home prices, the intern will analyse historical data from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). They will use this data to train a regression model, which will subsequently be able to precisely predict a house’s price based on its qualities. The partnership organisation will gain from the project by receiving a trustworthy and precise real estate price estimating engine. This tool will assist the company in making wise choices, such figuring out fair selling prices for properties. In the end, it will boost their overall business operations and their capacity to service their clients.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Abdul-Rahman Mawlood-Yunis

Student:

Partner:

PPS Networks

Discipline:

Computer science

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

Wilfrid Laurier University

Program:

Accelerate

Shifting the Paradigm: Achieving Equity in Executive Transitions for Emerging Leaders

This research project aims to explore the lived experiences of immigrants in rural Nova Scotia and the barriers and enablers they face in accessing leadership positions. The research will involve conducting interviews and focus groups with immigrants, community members, government representatives, and NGOs. By understanding the struggles and biases that emerge from this research, the project aims to propose policies that will enable the achievement of emerging immigrant leaders and create a more inclusive rural development. The expected outcome is a better understanding of how municipal economic and social ecosystems hinder or enable the achievement of emerging immigrant leaders within Rural Nova Scotia.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Chantal Hervieux

Student:

Partner:

Inspiring Communities

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

Saint Mary's University

Program:

Accelerate

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