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Synergistic actions of nutraceuticals on pain and inflammation in experimental arthritis Year Two

Arthritis is among the most common chronic conditions in Canada in both children and adults. Arthritis is a potentially disabling disease causing joint inflammation and pain. Increasingly, people suffering from arthritis are using alternative therapies including nutraceuticals. This research aims to create new knowledge about the synergistic effects of gamma-linoleic acid (GLA), eicosapentanoic acid (EPA) and docosahexanoic acid (DHA) with and without boswellia serrate extract to improve pain and inflammation in models of juvenile and adult arthritis. Our research, by studying the mechanisms and key factors that produce pain associated with inflammation in arthritis, will provide scientific evidence for the efficacy of these unique nutraceutical combinations in these two differing age groups to improve care and outcomes in arthritis.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Alan Rosenberg

Student:

Tracy Wilson-Gerwing

Partner:

Bioriginal Food and Science Corp.

Discipline:

Medicine

Sector:

Medical devices

University:

University of Saskatchewan

Program:

Elevate

Fall Detection and Activity Monitoring using a Wearable Wrist Device

The aim of this project is to develop a wrist based fall detection and activity monitoring device for older adults. This device will be used to reliably and automatically detect falls and alert the health care providers so that immediate help can be dispatched and made available to fallers. In addition to detecting falls, this device will also be used to monitor and track activities of daily living (ADLs) in the target population to perform fall risk assessment, which could assist clinicians in evaluating balance and developing strategies to prevent future falls. My expertise in wearable inertial sensors combined with the R&D goals of the supporting company will contribute towards developing state of the art technology for the aging population. I am confident that with the competitive edge gained with this collaboration, we will be able to deliver our target product in the next 12 to 24 months.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Edward Park

Student:

Omar Aziz

Partner:

Bigmotion Technologies Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering - mechanical

Sector:

Life sciences

University:

Simon Fraser University

Program:

Accelerate

Synthesis & Development of Nano and Microsponge Formulations for Treatment of Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a slow and progressive degenerative joint disorder, and is the most common form of arthritis, causing a significant reduction in the quality of life of afflicted individuals. A common treatment for this disease is to inject corticosteroids, such as triamcinolone acetonide (TA), directly into affected joints, which treats the joint inflammation that causes pain, swelling and reduced mobility. However, the effect of these drugs is short lived due to the rapid clearance of the drug from the joint synovial fluid. Nanoferix has developed a new technology for drug delivery by encapsulating drugs into nano- or micron-sized particles that are specially formulated for stable and slow drug release. Using this technology, we will employ three differently sized particles loaded with the corticosteroid drug TA to optimize long-term and stable drug release in synovial fluid of arthritic joints, as a new and effective treatment approach for advanced osteoarthritis.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Christine Allen

Student:

Frantz Le Devedec

Partner:

DiaTech

Discipline:

Pharmacy / Pharmacology

Sector:

Nanotechnologies

University:

University of Toronto

Program:

Accelerate

Graphene-like-carbon coatings for water purification

3M Purification is a commercial leader in water purification components and systems. Currently, the company is in the strong need of developing new water filtration and purification solutions in the area of divalent cation membranes. It is proposed that this membranes will be fabricated out of graphene-based materials fabricated using technology that has been developed in previous work by the intern in partnership with the same academic group and supervisor selected for this project. The MITACS Accelerate postdoctoral fellow that will be supported in the framework of this proposal will help to bring new products to market in this space. If the proposal will be successful not only that 3M Canada’s product folio can be expanded, but also, as a global company, the 3M group can address, using products made in Canada, the needs of a larger global market.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Giovanni Fanchini

Student:

Paul Bazylewski

Partner:

3M Canada

Discipline:

Physics / Astronomy

Sector:

Agriculture

University:

Western University

Program:

Accelerate

Collaborative Research on A spectral method for Cahn-Hilliard Equation

Cahn-Hilliard, appears in mathematical physics, describes the motion of two phase separating from each other. It has a wide range of applications in diverse fields such as material sciences, nanotechnology and semiconductor fabrication. There is a considerable research interest in studying the solution of the equation; however, the exact solution is hard to find. Therefore, it is desirable to develop accurate and efficient numerical algorithms to solve the problem. Spectral method has been proved having very good approximation and fast computation speed. My aim is to study spectral method in finding solution of the Cahn-Hilliard equation. Finally, we will simulate the solution of the equation which models some real world problems. The Mitacs Globalink Research Award presents a good way to carry out collaborative work with researchers at Northwestern Polytechnical University in China, and this is also important in training for a young researcher.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Yaushu Wong

Student:

Zecheng Zhang

Partner:

Discipline:

Mathematics

Sector:

Natural resources

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Globalink

Feature-based 3D Robot Motion Programming

Path programming for various robot applications in the industry involves precise specification of data for coordinated control of the different moving parts, arms, limbs, joints, etc. in order to optimally perform application specific tasks. Robotmaster™ software from Jabez Technologies is used to plan and simulate robotic operations and generate robot code for industrial applications. Robotmaster recently won the Robotics Game Changer Award for enhancing the way in which robots are programmed, facilitating their adoption in new and technologically emerging applications. Presently, Robotmaster does not have 3D CAD/CAM capabilities. This severely restricts the scope of its applicability. The main objective of this project is to enhance Robotmaster to enable specialized operations planning and programming for robot tasks in full 3D, such as cutting, trimming, spray painting, machining, welding, etc. A feature-based path programming strategy is being investigated and adopted. Various issues related to specialized path programming will be investigated and suitable solutions implemented to enhance Robotmaster with these capabilities, with improved performance and wider scope of applications. This could help significantly increase the customer base for Robotmaster and benefit Jabez Technologies, Quebec and Canada.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Brigitte Jaumard

Student:

Pedro Eid

Partner:

Jabez Technologies

Discipline:

Engineering - computer / electrical

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Concordia University

Program:

Accelerate

The application of Dried Blood Spot samples to Nutraceutical Metabolomics studies and related applications using LCMS based detection

The current approach for testing compounds of interest in blood such as drugs or nutrients involves drawing blood samples into vials that then require refrigeration prior to testing. Since transportation to remote laboratories is challenging, people need to go into medical labs to have their blood tested. This research will develop improved techniques that enable blood samples to be collected from a finger prick onto a specially designed card that eliminates biohazards and makes the sample stable at room temperature so that it could be mailed or sent by courier to a lab. This work will develop blood collection cards that make analysis simpler and more efficient. Ultimately, individuals may be able to collect their own blood samples at home and send these to labs for analysis rather than needing to go to a lab to have their blood drawn. In short this research will improve access to blood testing. Word count:

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Faculty Supervisor:

Liang Li

Student:

Ameneh Gholami

Partner:

Supra Research and Development

Discipline:

Chemistry

Sector:

Forestry

University:

University of Alberta

Program:

Elevate

Feasibility Study: Class E/F Amplifiers for driving therapeutic ultrasound transducers

The project involves the development of a power amplifier for driving therapeutic ultrasound transducers such as those used in treating cancer and inducing blood coagulation. In particular, the design will make use of a unconventional amplifier topology, class E/F, and advanced GaN FET technology in order to maximize amplifier efficiency. High efficiency amplifiers are important to reduce the number of fans and heat sinks needed in the ultrasound console, allowing the system to be cooler, lighter, lower cost and more portable. The intern will perform a complete feasibility study from specification definition through circuit simulation and design, layout assembly and testing.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Geoff Maksym

Student:

Hugo Vihvelin

Partner:

Daxsonics Ultrasound Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering - biomedical

Sector:

Advanced manufacturing

University:

Dalhousie University

Program:

Accelerate

The Role of Cannabinoid Receptors in Craniofacial Pain

Pain in the craniofacial region is one of the more complex and difficult to treat conditions for patients and clinicians. Current treatments are complicated by limited efficacy and considerable side effects. Many of these conditions show greater prevalence in women than men, but there is a lack of basic research utilizing female animals. Recent advances
in cannabinoid pharmacology have renewed hope in cannabis-based treatments for chronic pain. However, whether the endocannabinoid system can be recruited to treat specific craniofacial pain conditions remains unclear. Here we propose to investigate the role of cannabinoid receptors in three animal models of chronic craniofacial pain conditions including neuropathic pain, muscle pain and arthritis of the jaw joint in the female rats. InMed Pharmaceuticals is currently developing cannabis-based therapies for pain and the result of this study will help them to identify new potential markets as well as guide future research directions.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Brian Cairns

Student:

Hayes Ga-Hei Wong

Partner:

InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Discipline:

Pharmacy / Pharmacology

Sector:

Medical devices

University:

University of British Columbia

Program:

Elevate

Using Engaged Philosophical Inquiry in Drug Education

Research has shown that “no use” drug education programs, with the objective of scaring or shaming youth into abstinence, have not been effective in addressing problematic substance use. The ineffectiveness of such scare tactic approaches has led program developers to focus on prevention and harm reduction associated with drug use, or in general, health literacy promotion. While significant ‘discussion-based’ drug education programs have been developed over the past decade and has encouraged students to be expressive and critical thinkers about their drug use ideas, their effective implementation has been a challenge. This project proposes using a ‘philosophical inquiry’ approach both as the content and means of professional development for teachers to help them develop skills related to effective techniques and tools, while simultaneously re-shaping the deep structures that operate on their attitudes and behaviours. The results will assist the partner organization to provide optimal prevention supports to help children and youth with substance misuse.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Barbara Weber

Student:

Mahboubeh Asgari

Partner:

ARC Programs Ltd.

Discipline:

Education

Sector:

Medical devices

University:

University of British Columbia

Program:

Elevate

Design and implementation of wideband and low-side-lobe-level antenna array in LTCC technology for automotive millimeter-wave radar sensor applications

This project is a collaboration between MMSENSE Technologies and the Centre for Intelligent Antenna and Radio Systems (CIARS) at the University of Waterloo to research, investigate, and design an integrated radar module at millimeter-waves. These sensors, which will be utilized in automotive applications such as forward collision alert, rear traffic crossing alert, blind spot detection, bike, motorbike, and pedestrian detection, require a wide field of view, operation from near range of 30 cm to about 300 m as well as high resolution in distance and angle measurements with scanning of the traffic scene. To address these technical requirements, a planar wideband antenna array in LTCC will be designed to be utilized in the automotive radar sensor technology. MMSENSE Technologies is currently developing products in millimeter wave band for sensing and communication markets and this project will resolve some of the challenges they have encountered in this area. It will help MMSENSE Technologies to stay competitive and develop efficient products for emerging automotive applications

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Faculty Supervisor:

Safieddin Safavi-Naeini

Student:

Armaghan Eshaghi

Partner:

MMsense Technologies

Discipline:

Engineering - computer / electrical

Sector:

Advanced manufacturing

University:

University of Waterloo

Program:

Accelerate

Atmospheric Acid Emissions, Climate Change, and Coastal Salmon Stream Ecosystems in British Columbia

Atmospheric acid emissions are increasing in north coastal British Columbia from increased metallurgical smelting, marine fossil fuel transport, and development of liquefied natural gas. Acid deposition can cause episodic acidification of streams when acidic compounds are flushed into streams after snowmelt and precipitation events over hours to weeks. Many salmon-bearing coastal streams are likely sensitive to episodic acidification, but these events are poorly quantified in western Canada. Furthermore, drought and warming due to climate change can exacerbate episodic acidification of streams. Our study would determine the effects of acid emissions from Rio Tinto Alcan’s metallurgical smelting facilities on streams near Kitimat, BC. We would use remotely deployed water chemistry sensors to measure high-frequency variations in stream hydrology and chemistry. Statistical models would then be used to determine how acid emissions from multiple industrial sources may increase episodic acidification of streams and interact with the effects of climate change.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Jonathan Moore

Student:

Paul Weidman

Partner:

Hidden River Environmental Management

Discipline:

Biology

Sector:

Environmental industry

University:

Simon Fraser University

Program:

Elevate

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