Development of an imaging system to monitor the mobility of ice microalgae

Description

We will develop a 2-D sea ice manufacturing system to study the process of sea ice growth and formation in the laboratory, and to document its microphysical properties. This system will provide a unique platform for observing and analysing in detail the formation of internal brine channels, both in terms of size and number. It will also enable us to study the mechanisms by which microalgae colonise sea ice - motility, nucleation, buoyancy adjustment, adhesion - in a controlled environment.

Research Field

- Polar Oceanography
- Engineering
- Optics

Research Supervisors

Simon Thibault
Marcel Babin

Research Environment

COPL

Led by Prof. Simon Thibault, PhD, Ing., the Optical Engineering research lab (LRIO in french) at Université Laval is the only Canadian laboratory offering post-graduate training in optical design. Our goal is to develop solutions in different fields of study within modern optics, working on both theoretical and practical applications for astronomy, space exploration, medical application, security and surveillance, teledetection, machine vision, industrial inspection, military systems and lighting.

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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study

Master's Degree in Biophotonics with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

Information unavailable

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Master's Degree in Physics with thesis

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

Information unavailable

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Sources de financement	Montant
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$10,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$20,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,500 to $3,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $27,000
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Desired Profile

- Biomedical Science
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Electrical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Physics Engineering
- Microbiology

Required Documentation

- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript

Find Out More

Béatrice Lessard-Hamel
Professionnelle de recherche
Département de physique, de génie physique et d'optique
beatrice.lessard-hamel@copl.ulaval.ca