大象传媒

What we do

At the 大象传媒 Additive Manufacturing Lab, our research on advanced three-dimensional (3D) printing technologies for structural electronics aligns with the One Health concept, which emphasizes the interconnected human health and ecosystem health. By developing state-of-the-art 3D printed sensors for precision agriculture, we address critical environmental challenges, such as reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Canada鈥檚 agricultural sector. Also, our innovative sensors, designed for applications like plant health monitoring, enable targeted and efficient use of treatments, minimizing chemical reliance and contributing to sustainable farming practices. Supported mainly by NSERC funding and collaborations with leading institutions, our work integrates cutting-edge 3D printing techniques, such as multi-directional printing and conductive cellulose composites, to create robust, functional robotics and devices that bridge human-robot interactions and promote ecological integrity. This research not only advances technological innovation but also supports the One Health mission by fostering sustainable healthcare and agritech solutions that reduce environmental impact while enhancing human health and crop yields and food security.

Our Lab culture

Education & Training is the main mission of our research group. My philosophy is dedicated to support trainee鈥檚 career & future goals. Key aspects of training in my lab are based on encouraging 鈥渃ollegiality鈥� and 鈥渕entorship鈥� from undergraduate to postdoctoral levels.

We believe that the inclusion of diverse teams with a global backgrounds and experiences will be one of keys to effective training of future engineers and scientist. I think that diversity of trainees is essential to carry out project for creativity and diversity of lab members is achieved when equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are carefully considered and practiced.

Our lab culture is open enough for trainees to feel comfortable to express their ideas. Frequent group lunch & learn events or coffee time have been exquisite moments of opening and sharing for the group members. EDI are essential aspects to be considered here, as related to gender, ethnicity, culture, age and cognitive diversity.