Grants and Contributions

In-situ sensing technologies with machine learning–based data interpretation for Cone Penetration Testing (CPT) systems to lower costs, improve safety, and minimize environmental impact while delivering more accurate subsurface models - reducing geotechnical risk.

The project goal is to integrate a number of complementary clean technology initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, improving energy efficiency, and minimizing waste. The focus is on particularly labour-intensive processes in the production facility. Each component of the project involves tailored engineering and process development to fit the firm's existing infrastructure and operational constraints.

This project will create and test a portable radio-wave imaging system that measures key soil properties with high precision. Combining multiple sensing technologies into one mobile unit, it will support smarter field management practices. Advancing from prototype to field-ready, the system will be evaluated in real-world conditions to generate useful data that help optimize crop production and promote sustainability.

The ES-PEMS Technology Development Project focuses on advancing and validating next-generation predictive emissions monitoring technology for the power generation sector. This project is not intended as a commercial deployment but rather as a structured R&D initiative designed to improve accuracy, standardization, and optimization capabilities through iterative testing, data acquisition, and model refinement at diverse demonstration sites.

As part of the international consortium project “Power-Oriented Natural Graphite for Advanced Battery Systems”, this project will demonstrate the potential of graphite process fines for battery use. Figure 1 (see on attached proposal) shows the NGAM production flow for LIB anodes, starting with mining and beneficiation to extract flake graphite. After crushing, grinding, and flotation, purity reaches =97%. Micronization (6–20?µm) and spheroidization improve shape and performance but generate ~50% low-value fines. These are typically discarded. RAINCA and NGCBM aim to revalorize them into high-performance, battery-grade materials, supporting sustainable graphite use.

The Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS) Program supports high-calibre Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions abroad. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-MSFSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian and foreign institutions.

The Postdoctoral Fellowships (PDF) Program provides support to a core of the most promising researchers at a pivotal time in their careers. The fellowships are also intended to secure a supply of highly qualified Canadians with leading-edge scientific and research skills for Canadian industry, government, and universities.

The NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships-Doctoral Program (PGS D) provides financial support to high calibre scholars who are engaged in a doctoral program in the natural sciences or engineering. This support allows these scholars to fully concentrate on their studies and seek out the best research mentors in their chosen fields.

The Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS) Program supports high-calibre Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions abroad. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-MSFSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian and foreign institutions.

The Canada Graduate Scholarships – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-MSFSS) Program supports high-calibre Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions abroad. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-MSFSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian and foreign institutions.