Innovative Projects Realized

Prescription de l’entraînement par intervalles de haute-intensité : une étude de portée pour mieux décrire les différences entre les hommes et les femmes selon les disciplines sportives.

L’entraînement par intervalles de haute intensité (HIIT) permet d’améliorer les facteurs déterminants de la performance sportive. Toutefois, la prescription des HIIT est souvent basée sur des études dans lesquelles les femmes sont sous représentées ou même absentes. Pourtant, une compréhension des réponses physiologiques en fonction du sexe est cruciale pour permettre l’individualisation de la prescription et l’optimisation des adaptations, particulièrement chez les athlètes dont les gains sont parfois difficiles à obtenir. L’objectif de ce stage est d’effectuer une étude de portée pour mieux décrire l’état actuel des connaissances sur les différences entre les hommes et les femmes à la suite de séances HIIT afin de suggérer des lignes directrices pouvant guider la prescription de l’entraînement chez les athlètes et identifier les prochaines pistes expérimentales. Cette étape est primordiale pour mettre en place des projets de recherche pertinents et ainsi parer aux lacunes et aux besoins des équipes sportives.

Production de fractions protéiques de chanvre par ultrafiltration et diafiltration et détermination de leurs propriétés techno-fonctionnelles

Les isolats protéiques d’origine végétales sont très plébiscités par le secteur bioalimentaire car largement utilisés comme ingrédients dans diverses formulations alimentaires. Dans une optique de valorisation des coproduits et d’économie circulaire, il devient d’intérêt de générer ces ingrédients protéiques à partir de coproduits alimentaires. Par conséquent, plusieurs travaux ont porté sur l’extraction et la concentration des protéines à partir de tourteaux, coproduits issus de l’extraction des huiles végétales par pressage. Plus spécifiquement, de récentes études ont été réalisées sur l’optimisation des étapes d’extraction et de concentration des protéines des tourteaux déshuilés de chanvre. Les isolats générés présentés une forte concentration en protéines ayant des propriétés technofonctionnelles d’intérêt permettant d’envisager leur utilisation dans le secteur bioalimentaire. Parmi ces protéines, les fractions globulines et albumines présentent des propriétés nutritionnelles et techno-fonctionnelles distinctes. Il devient donc d’intérêt de séparer ces deux fractions à l’aide de procédés éco-efficients, matures et disponible à l’échelle commerciale. Par conséquent, ce projet vise à utiliser et optimiser le procédé d’ultrafiltration-diafiltration pour la production de fractions globulines et albumines purifiées ayant des propriétés

Artificial intelligence methods to better understand and face sanitary challenges in pigs and poultry

The current proposal includes analysis of a large set composed of different variables in order to a better understanding the factors that best explain the variability of pig and poultry responses exposed to environmental challenges. To achieve the initial goals, the present project includes an international partnership to analyze three databases (two of pigs and one of poultry) using artificial intelligence approaches as a promising tool capable of assisting in solving problems of intensive livestock systems (support in decision making, monitoring of animals and event predictions). The execution of this project could improve animal health and support the reduction of antibiotic use, contributing to the sustainability of poultry and pig production.

Applications of Picard-Lefschetz theory to Cosmology

Picard-Lefchetz theory is a powerful tool for evaluating highly oscillatory integrals that are difficult or impossible to solve using other integration methods. This theory has numerous applications to lensing, quantum mechanics, and high energy physics. In this project, I will investigate using Picad-Lefchetz theory to solve simple lensing problems with the goal of applying these simple lens cases to coherent radiation passing through the interstellar medium. By approximating the lensing effects of the interstellar medium on radiation, we can take the radiation signals that we get here on earth and predict what kind of initial signal these originated from. Coherent radiation sources are still a big mystery in cosmology. Understanding the form of the original signal could help us understand what these radiation signatures are.

Yahowa Immigration Inc. – Sustainable Planning Intern

In a search for a better life and better education, people from across the globe move to live in Canada and, during this transition, require support at various levels. Rebuilding one’s life from the bottom up is not easy and people who are pursuing this major change are courageous, determined, or sometimes in dire need. Canada is known across the world as a land of opportunities and our country’s diversity, as well as inclusive life style, encourages many to settle here. At Yahowa Immigration, we counsel prospects to migrate to Canada and our work strictly follows Immigrations, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s guidelines. Our aim is to support our clients discover what are the best options for them and their families, what is congruent with their preferences, education, professional experience, and overall life goals. We have a team that works hard to provide unbiased advice and support everyone who seeks our help during their immigration process. Yahowa Canadian Immigration’s team is knowledgeable and experienced with Express Entry, Labor Market Impact Assessments, Work Permits, Study Permits, Provincial Nominee Programs, Permanent Residency, Citizenship Application, Permanent Residency Renewal applications, Visitor Visa applications as well as Family Class applications.

Innovention – Modélisation et optimisation de l’agent virtuel Olivia pour les proches-aidants et les aînés

Amélioration d’un Avatar bienveillant personnalisé pour aider les personnes âgées à rester autonomes à la maison, tout en favorisant la collaboration des différents intervenants avec la personne âgée.

Katrina Tsvetanov — The Interconnection Between Sustainability Process’s and AI Advanced Technology

The intern will be participating a multifaceted projected involving a case study on new technology which is being produced to help prompt sustainability through a multitude of different sectors and industries. The intern will create content and reports which will help educate the youth into thinking long term and innovating new processes. This will be possible through the parter organization (Cansbridge Fellowship) and the academic supervisor (Associate Dean Jeffrey Wood). They will support the intern during the duration of the internship. The partner organization will provide mentorship directly to the intern with a large collective alumni association, that has people leading in fields of study spanning from innovation at google to dozens of startups. The benefit to the partner organization comes from the media marketing content the intern will provide during the duration, to inspire the next generation of Canadian entrepreneurs.

Vanessa Scrimini – Bridging the Gap Between Marketing and Recruiting (Clean Technology Candidate Focus)

The intern will be participating in an internship that seeks to bridge the gap between recruitment and marketing teams as the intern explores and develops strategies to target talented students dedicated to clean technology and sustainability. In partnership with the partner organization and academic supervisor, the intern will launch an updated marketing and recruitment strategy that supports the partner organizations’ long-term initiatives and eventual economic benefit.

Shirley Zhong – Revolutionizing Sustainable Manufacturing in Canada: Market Insights, Tools, and Outreach for a Greener Industry

This project, in collaboration with the Cansbridge Fellowship, a non-profit with a strong history in fostering international trade, innovation, and investment in Canada, aims to promote sustainable manufacturing. By conducting research, identifying inefficiencies, and developing AI-driven tools to measure sustainability, the project will help businesses adopt greener approaches to fashion production. In addition to benefiting from enhanced sustainability and improved production processes, partner organizations will gain positive public perception by promoting ethical and eco-friendly practices. Through the Cansbridge Fellowship’s extensive network of experts, universities, and industry leaders, the intern will receive valuable mentorship, training, and access to resources that will enrich their educational experience and further their career in the innovation economy.

Identité numérique d’une propriété immobilière résidentielle

Notre mission est d’outiller et d’accompagner les propriétaires et aspirant·es propriétaires dans la réalisation de leurs ambitions immobilières.

Ce projet vise à établir les conditions de réalisations nécessaires permettant la création d’un double numérique de propriété dans le plein respect des règles de protection des renseignements personnels.

Awareness and Immersion in Small-Group Augmented Reality

Augmented reality (AR) allows us to add virtual artifacts into the physical world. For example, we can place a 3D medieval castle onto the floor of a classroom, allowing students to explore it. AR supports collaborative learning since students can all see the same virtual artifact, and can interact using natural gestures like pointing. In this project, we will investigate two techniques to improve small-group AR. First, we will provide user interface cues to help users understand where other users are looking and pointing to enhance awareness of others’ activities in the AR space. Then we will investigate the use of sound and video to increase immersion in the game. This work will be performed in the context of ongoing development of an AR educational game on the effect of climate in medieval southern England.

A Comparison of Calibration Methods for Gas Pressure Gauge Testing

Accuracy of gas pressure gauge measurements is important to ensure that gas companies bill their customers accurately.
There are also safety implications since what is being measured is a flammable substance. Calibration is typically used to
ensure that measurements taken by a gas pressure gauge do not drift far from the correct values: pressure measurements
are taken with the device being calibrated and with a device that is known to give very accurate readings; differences between
the two sets of readings are used to make corrections. A possible improvement in the calibration method will be developed
and compared with the current method in the hope of obtaining improved accuracy.