Our projects - Applied Research

A couple of people in discussion beside an industrial pool, with a large hydro turbine device positioned at the edge.

Advancing marine hydro turbine technology Refining and testing a hydro turbine prototype to improve efficiency and performance in shallow, turbulent waters while minimizing environmental impact.

wo men inspecting a well, using equipment to measure water quality or levels.

Community preparedness for well-water management amid climate change Developing an integrated water-monitoring system to help Nova Scotians manage well-water risks amid climate change through improved water literacy and risk assessment.

Close-up of containers with balsam fir seedlings under specialized lighting.

Creating a better Christmas tree: Balsam fir tissue culture Optimizing tissue culture and somatic embryogenesis techniques to mass-produce Balsam Fir trees with traits like high needle retention, better aesthetics and resilience to climate challenges.

Three researchers examining dozens of different balsam fir branches on small sample trays in a classroom.

Improving balsam fir needle retention post-harvest Helping the Christmas tree industry improve post-harvest needle retention in balsam fir trees.

A group of four young adults standing around a table, observing a man in a lab setting as he demonstrates a water system.

Addressing blue-green algae in freshwater ecosystems Testing and validating sensor technology to monitor and address blue-green algae in real time throughout Nova Scotia’s freshwater ecosystems.