Challenge Question Can we develop tools to help with daily chores and activities for people with limited mobility? Partner: Garrett Melenka Lab Project Summary The March of Dimes Canada provides programs and services to people with disabilities in order to increase their confidence and independence. One such program called DesignAbility encourages skilled volunteers to use […]
Challenge Question Can we determine different types of pollen and particle in the air to better protect us all? Partner: Project Summary The Real-Time Airborne Particle Identifier Rapid-E from Plair SA is designed for real-time sampling and analysis of airborne particles. Compared to its predecessor PA-300 it delivers full-time-resolved 24-angle scattering of a near-UV laser […]
Challenge Question Can we create better walking poles to help with faster recovery from leg injuries? Partner: Garrett Melenka's Lab Project Summary Nordic walking is a full-body activity that promotes improved health and activity. Nordic walking is performed using Nordic Walking Poles. Nordic walkers range from pro-athletes training for cross-country skiing during the summer to […]
Challenge Question In what ways can Mental Wellness and Domestic Violence Information and Resources be accessible and shared with specific communities? Partner: Dr. Roz's Healing Place Project Summary For this project, students will create an app focused on mental health and wellness resources for women and youth who are impacted by social, political, and social […]
Challenge Question How might we implement a public-use cannabis testing device? Partner: TBD Project Summary With recent changes in the legalization of cannabis around the world, there is an urgent need for rapid, yet sensitive, screening devices for testing drivers and employees under the influence of cannabis at the roadside and at the workplace, respectively. […]
Challenge Question What is the public perception of gun ownership? How do we detect trends in public perceptions of gun ownership? What factors impact those trends? Partner: University Women's Club - North York *PIP Partner Intensive Project: This project has goals and parameters that are driven by the designated project partner. It is expected that the […]
Challenge Question PIP*: How can resident care and the working conditions for staff be improved in long-term care homes in Ontario? Partner: University Women's Club - North York *PIP Partner Intensive Project: This project has goals and parameters that are driven by the designated project partner. It is expected that the student team will work […]
Challenge Question How can we design instrumented knee braces to improve patient healing times? Partner: This project is a collaboration between the three mentors listed below. Project Summary Knee joint injuries are common in Canada, especially to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), and over 350,000 ACL reconstruction surgeries are performed in the United States each […]
Challenge Question How can equitable access to education and childcare be implemented for kids, parents, and educators in a way that abides by local health advice and the longer-term consequences of social distancing? Partner: The Covid Group Project Summary Since the start of COVID-19-related social distancing, the inequity between students’ access to supportive home-learning environments […]
Challenge Question How can seniors give up their car keys and maintain their lifestyles and personal freedoms? Partner: Teens Learn 2 Drive (TL2D) Project Summary Think about your grandparents. They are probably still driving. They drive to pick up groceries, get to appointments, visit you, and socialize. Getting around conveniently and on their own schedules […]