Antoinette Jackson

BCIT MAKE+ collaborates with Providence Research to pioneer medical innovations 

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The BCIT MAKE+ applied research group is collaborating with Providence Health Care (PHC) through Providence Research’s annual Skunkworks innovation competition. This collaboration is aimed at inspiring and developing new medical devices and health-related technologies, driven directly by insights and needs identified from the frontlines of care. The goal is to transform theoretical ideas into practical … Read more

BCIT receives $230k from Future Skills Centre to enhance Virtualized Experiential Learning Platform

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The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is pleased to announce that researcher Dr. Moein Manbachi of the Smart Microgrid Applied Research Team (SMART) has been awarded $230,000 in funding from Future Skills Centre. This funding will support the expansion of the Virtualized Experiential Learning Platform (VELP), developed to meet the growing demand for skilled … Read more

BCIT students win again: Using AI to solve maintenance-related challenges at YVR

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Student teams from colleges and universities across BC gathered at the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in mid-April to participate in the second annual YVR Hackathon aimed at redefining the future of airport operations and maintenance. The event culminated in a triumph for BCIT students who secured first, third, and fourth places. Addressing real-world challenges The … Read more

Innovative projects showcased from winners of the 2024 Student Innovation Challenge

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BCIT celebrated many of our students’ brightest ideas and most creative innovations at the annual Student Innovation Challenge Pitch and Awards Ceremony. Each year, students from across BCIT submit their bright ideas for a chance to win. This year, after a challenging first round of review, 9 entries were short-listed to present at the Pitch … Read more

BCIT receives funding to build better wheelchairs and reveal the secrets of the cosmos   

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On behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport of Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, announced more than $515 million in funding for research infrastructure through the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI).   BCIT is among the 32 post-secondary institutes and research hospitals, as well … Read more

BCIT hosts Pitch and Plate to foster innovation in BC’s food industry

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The BCIT commitment to fostering innovation in the food industry was on full display last week as the Natural Health and Food Products Research Group (NRG) and BCIT Corporate Services, in collaboration with Feed BC and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, hosted the seventh annual Pitch and Plate event at the BCIT Burnaby Campus. … Read more

Let your bright ideas shine: The 2024 BCIT Student Innovation Challenge is on

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The 2024 BCIT Student Innovation Challenge has officially launched, and we are calling out to all aspiring visionaries, problem-solvers, and changemakers. This is your chance to showcase your ideas, unleash your creativity, make a difference in the world, and potentially win a cash prize. The goal of the Student Innovation Challenge is to create an … Read more

Three online courses to get in-demand skills in IoT and 3D printing

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In an ever-evolving job landscape, British Columbia (BC) anticipates about one million job openings within the next decade, with 75% of those jobs requiring post-secondary training. To thrive in a rapidly changing workforce with innovative technology advancements, it is important for professionals to cultivate transferable skills. Here are three online courses offering in-demand and cutting-edge … Read more

BCIT Applied Research hosts workshop on 3D printing in assistive technology

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BCIT Applied Research hosts 3D printing in assistive technology workshop

Earlier this fall, BCIT Applied Research hosted 3D Printing in Assistive Technology, a two-day workshop focused on the opportunities and challenges of incorporating 3D printing in the fields of prosthetics, orthotics, and assistive devices. With more than 85 clinicians, students, researchers, and industry partners in attendance, the event succeeded in bringing together diverse industry experts … Read more

Students gain valuable work experience with Natural Health Products Applied Research Group

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This summer, BCIT Natural Health and Food Products Research Group (NRG) hosted three exceptional students from the BCIT Food Technology Diploma program, as well as the Honours in Biotechnology program. NRG, a long-time supporter of the Biotechnology co-operative education program, has been hiring BCIT summer students for over 20 years. “Students actively participate in NRG’s … Read more