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Explore machine learning and UAV image analysis in agricultural engineering for a USDA-ARS funded project. Develop programming skills and contribute to advancing precision farming techniques while collaborating in a mul…

This research facilitates the development of innovative nondestructive techniques for soil and crop monitoring, essential for sustainable a…

Explore innovative seismic protection systems to safeguard infrastructure in earthquake-prone areas. Develop and test experimental systems, validate numerical models, and contribute valuable research to structural safet…

This research addresses critical challenges in protecting infrastructure from earthquake damage, enhancing safety, affordability, and susta…

Explore the frontier of architected materials to enhance civil infrastructure resilience. Develop innovative additive repair methods to extend steel bridge lifespan, combining advanced manufacturing and structural engin…

This research addresses critical infrastructure challenges by developing materials and repair methods that improve structural durability an…

Lead research exploring how window collisions impact bird populations across North America. Model species vulnerability and evaluate mitigation strategies to inform policy and conservation actions.

This research addresses the critical but understudied problem of bird mortality due to window collisions, informing effective conservation …

Explore AI and machine learning applications in transportation and resilient infrastructure systems. Work on digital twins, cross-infrastructure interdependencies, and multimodal data fusion using cutting-edge computati…

This research addresses critical challenges in making transportation and infrastructure systems more resilient and interconnected. By lever…

Explore cutting-edge research in ocean and mechanical engineering focused on materials, robotics, and fluid dynamics. Develop innovative engineering solutions with real-world impact in marine environments and manufactur…

This research addresses crucial challenges in marine and mechanical engineering, improving material resilience, advancing robotic technolog…

Explore the interface of computational and experimental genomics to unravel cancer mechanisms. Develop innovative software and analyze vast omics datasets. Join a lab committed to mentorship, cutting-edge research, and …

This research is critical for understanding complex genomic alterations in diseases such as cancer, enabling improved diagnostic and therap…

Explore how emotions influence community responses to environmental challenges on Vancouver Island. Conduct interdisciplinary, community-based field research focused on climate change, land use, and environmental planni…

This research addresses critical dimensions of climate change adaptation by linking emotional and psychological factors to community enviro…

Explore advanced electromagnetic design and analysis of electric motors for EVs using FEM simulations and experimental validation. Collaborate with industry and develop prototype motors to optimize performance and effic…

This research supports the development of high-efficiency, reliable electric motors essential for the widespread adoption of electric vehic…

Explore robotics and AI to transform construction safety and worker performance. Develop systems that enable intelligent automation and immersive training, addressing critical safety challenges on construction sites.

This research tackles significant safety risks in the construction industry by leveraging AI and robotics to reduce accidents and improve w…

Explore the design of Wave Energy Converter hulls with UHPC using CFD and FEA techniques. Investigate and validate innovative marine energy solutions with experimental testing to enhance power generation efficiency.

This research will contribute to sustainable energy by enhancing the design and structural reliability of wave energy converters, supportin…

Explore the use of UHPC in designing wave energy converter hulls to enhance marine renewable energy solutions. Conduct CFD and FEA simulations along with experimental testing to innovate durable and efficient wave energ…

This research contributes to advancing sustainable marine energy by improving the design and durability of WEC hulls, helping to reduce fos…