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Research Auto21
AUTO21 supports an extensive and integrated multidisciplinary automotive research program grouped in six themes: health, safety and injury prevention; societal issues and the automobile; materials and manufacturing; powertrains, fuels and emissions; design processes; and intelligent systems and sensors. Contact: Dr. Peter Frise Tel: (519) 253-3000, ext. 4130 Web: http://www.auto21.ca
UWO Research & Development Park, Sarnia-Lambton Campus
The Park's mandate is to ally with business to identify, facilitate, and accelerate economic development and growth through innovation so products and processes can be more rapidly commercialized. Contact: Dr. Don Hewson Tel: (519) 383-8303, ext. 223 Web: http://www.researchpark.ca
Dr. Ming Zheng, University of Windsor, Dept. of Mechanical, Automotive and Materials Engineering
Diesel Emission Control; Active Exhaust Aftertreatment; Combustion; Alternative Fuel Engines; Thermal/Fluid Systems; IC Engine Modeling; Emission Measurements. Contact: Dr. Ming Zheng Tel: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 2636 Web: http://web2.uwindsor.ca/courses/engineering/mzheng/index.html#Current%20Projects
Dr. Andrzej Sobiesiak, University of Windsor, Dept. of Mechanical, Automotive and Materials Engineering
Internal Combustion Engines; Alternate Fuels; Combustion; Measurements in Flows and Flames Contact: Dr. Andrzej Sobiesiak Tel: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 3886 Web: http://appsrv.uwindsor.ca:7777/uwincpb/jsp/ DirectoryServicesProfile.jsp?q=asobies
Dr. Amarjeet Bassi, University of Western Ontario, Dept. of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Dr. Bassi's research group applies living microorganisms or their components such as proteins and enzymes for the development of green products and processes. Contact: Dr. Amarjeet Bassi Tel: (519) 661-2111 ext. 88324 web: http://www.eng.uwo.ca/people/abassi/
Dr. Sohrab Rohani, University of Western Ontario, Dept. of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Professor Rohani's main areas of research are Crystallization of Pharmaceuticals (polymorphism) and Process Control. Contact: Dr. Sohrab Rohani Tel: (519) 661-4116 Web: http://www.eng.uwo.ca/compendium/faculty/rohani.htm
Dr. Mohini Sain, University of Toronto, Faculty of Forestry, Centre for Biocomposites and Biomaterials Processing
Professor Sain's research expertise is in the development and testing of biocomposites and biomaterial processing. Contact: Dr. Mohini Sain Tel: (416) 946-3191 Web: http://www.forestry.utoronto.ca/ac_staff/current/sain/index.htm
Dr. Mark Kortschot, University of Toronto
Professor Kortschot teaches materials science and chemistry, and conducts research on polymers, composites and paper science. Contact: Dr. Mark Kortschot Tel: (416) 946-3191 Web: http://www.pulpandpaper.utoronto.ca/People/Faculty/Bios/kortschot.html
Dr. Chul B. Park, University of Toronto
Areas of research include: Development of Novel Microcellular Processing Technologies; Analysis and Control of Cell Nucleation, Cell Growth, and Shaping ; Computational Modeling of Foaming; Development of Artificial Wood; Measurement and Modeling of the Thermophysical Properties of Polymer/Supercritical Fluids. Contact: Dr. Chul Park Tel: (416) 946-3191 Web: http://www.mie.utoronto.ca/staff/profiles/park.html
Dr. Brad Saville, University of Toronto
Professor Saville works in the development of enzyme processes for applications in pulp and paper processing. Contact: Dr. Brad Saville Tel: (416) 946-3191 Web: http://www.pulpandpaper.utoronto.ca/People/Faculty/Bios/saville.html
Dr. Larry Erickson, University of Guelph, Department of Plant Agriculture
Professor Erickson's has extensive research expertise in the area of plant molecular biology and has been a lead individual in the University of Guelph's focus on bioproduct development. Contact: Dr. Larry Erickson Tel: (519) 824-4120 Ext. 53398 Web: http://www.plant.uoguelph.ca/faculty/lerickson/
Dr. Gary Ablett, University of Guelph, Plant Agriculture, Ridgetown College
Professor Ablett's research has focused on soybean breeding, genetics, oil quality, germplasm for food grade and industrial markets. Contact: Dr. Gary Ablett Tel: (519) 824-4120 Ext. 53386 Web: http://www.plant.uoguelph.ca/faculty/gablett/
Dr. Istvan Rajcan, University of Guelph
Professor Rajcan's main areas of research include soybean breeding, genetics, molecular markers, seed quality, disease resistance. Contact: Dr. Istvan Rajcan Tel: (519) 824-4120 Ext. 53564 Web: http://www.plant.uoguelph.ca/faculty/irajcan/
Dr. Hugh Earl, University of Guelph, Plant Agriculture
Professor Earl's main area of research is oilseed physiology and agronomy. Contact: Dr. Hugh Earl Tel: (519) 824-4120 Ext. 58568 Web: http://www.plant.uoguelph.ca/faculty/hearl/
Dr. Raymond Legge, University of Waterloo, Chemical Engineering
Professor Legge's expertise is in the area of biomimetic engineering, where he applies biological principles and fundamentals to the development of unique approaches to the synthesis of specialty and commodity chemicals and development of novel materials. Contact: Dr. Raymond Legge Tel: (519) 888-4567 Ext. 6728 Web: http://chentserver.uwaterloo.ca/faculty/legge.html
Dr. Leonardo Simon, University of Waterloo, Chemical Engineering
Professor Simon's main areas of research include: Correlation of synthesis-structure-properties of polymers; Development of polymer nanocomposites; Mathematical modeling of polymerization mechanisms Contact: Dr. Leonardo Simon Tel: (519) 888-4567 Ext. 3301 Web: http://chentserver.uwaterloo.ca/faculty/simon.html
Dr. Keith Taylor, University of Windsor, Associate Vice-President Research, Professor of Chemistry & Biochemistry
Professor Taylor's main areas of research are applied enzymology and environmental biotechnology. Contact: Dr. Keith Taylor Tel: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 3917 Web: http://web4.uwindsor.ca/units/biochem/web/ChemistryPeople.nsf/0/ 5299d425cd9183cf8525698b00642dd0?OpenDocument
Dr. Roman Grigorievich Maev, University of Windsor, Department of Physics
Professor Maev's main areas of research include ultrasonic imaging and acoustic microscopy, acousto-optics and advanced material characterization Contact: Dr. Roman Maev Tel: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 2661 Web: http://appsrv.uwindsor.ca:7777/uwincpb/jsp/ DirectoryServicesProfile.jsp?q=maeva
Dr. Elena Maeva, University of Windsor, Department of Physics
Professor Maeva's main area of research is in the applications of acoustic microscopy and the fastening of automotive parts to metal and plastic surfaces. Contact: Dr. Elena Maeva Tel: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 2646 Web: http://appsrv.uwindsor.ca:7777/uwincpb/jsp/ DirectoryServicesProfile.jsp?q=maeva
Dr. William Altenhof, University of Windsor, Department of Mechanical Automotive & Materials Engineering
Professor Altenhof's main areas of research include: Crashworthiness; Impact Testing; Finite Element Analysis (FEA); Experimental (Destructive) Testing; Stress Analysis; Dynamics; Machine Design Contact: Dr. William Altenhof Tel: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 2619 Web: http://www.uwindsor.ca/units/eng/Faculty2003.nsf/ 587ea043e628550385256cd900554c26/c3df4889eaaf86b185256cfe00533ca3!OpenDocument
Chemicals Sun Chemical Inks
use of vegetable based ingredients for the production of inks and coatings. Contact: Brian Collict Tel: (905) 796-2222 Web: http://www.sunchemical.com/canada
Ontario Chemistry Value Chain Initiative
Made up of companies, associations, and individuals representing the chemistry value chain established to make Ontario a global leader in innovative, environmentally sustainable, chemical products, technologies and processes. Contact: Bernard West Tel: (416) 487-3397
Dow Chemical Automotive
Research into the use of biobased fibre in composite material applications. Contact: Allan James Tel: (248) 89-2926 Web: http://www.dow.com
Fuels/Energy Agrilab Technologies Inc
develops, designs, manufactures, and markets heat transfer solutions to rural and agribusiness customers. Agrilab is focused on technology for the generation of energy from aerobic decomposition of plant and animal waste. Contact: Joseph Ouellette Tel: (519) 944-5900 Web: http://www.agrilab.org
BIOX Corporation
BIOX's goal is to use its revolutionary new technology to produce the highest quality, renewable, non-toxic and biodegradable biodiesel fuel on a commercial scale and at a cost that will allow for individuals and corporations to be environmentally responsible without having to pay extra for the privilege. Contact: Tim Haig Tel: (905) 337-4970 Web: http://www.bioxcorp.com
Commercial Alcohols Inc.
Owns and operates corn dry milling ethanol distilleries in Chatham and Tiverton, Ontario and owns and operates an alcohol packaging facility in Brampton, Ontario. Contact: Robert Gallant Tel: (416) 304-1700 Web: http://www.comalc.com
DynaMotive Energy Systems Corp.
DynaMotive is an energy systems company focused on the development of innovative energy solutions based on its patented fast pyrolysis system which economically converts biomass into a renewable, environmentally friendly fuel. Contact: David Marnoch Tel: 1-877-863-2268 Web: http://www.dynamotive.com
Integrated Grain Processors Co-operative Inc.
is an incorporated co-operative formed in April of 2002 to explore the possibility of building a modern commercial scale grain ethanol plant in South Western Ontario. Contact: Tom Cox Tel: 1-866-211-0435 Web: http://www.igpc.ca
Rothsay Biodiesel
Rothsay biodiesel is an environmentally friendly renewable fuel made by converting animal fats and recycled cooking oil into a "green" alternative fuel that, reduces harmful greenhouse gases, and can be used in all diesel engines today. Contact: Ron Wardrop Tel: (905) 628-2258 Web: http://www.rothsaybiodiesel.ca
Fibres Hempline Inc.
Produces high quality hemp fiber suitable for a wide range of applications. The primary hemp fiber from the outer portion of the hemp stalk is an ideal reinforcement in composites. The core hemp fiber from the inside of the stalk makes an excellent material for horse bedding, garden mulch or as a filler in composites. Contact: Geof Kime Tel: (519) 652-0440 Web: http://www.hempline.com
PSA Composites
Patented extrusion technology that significantly reduces weight, while maintaining performance for biocomposites in the construction and plastics industry. Contact: Dr. Frank Maine Tel: (519) 823-1465 Email:
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SunOpta BioProcess Group
technology for the conversion of biomass into value added industrial products. The Group utilizes extensive engineering and research and development expertise in combination with its steam explosion technology, known as the "StakeTech Steam Explosion System", to provide innovative biomass conversion solutions. Contact: Murray Burke Tel: (905) 455-2528 ext. 144 Web: http://www.sunopta.com
Wellington Polymer Technology Inc.
Manufacturers of environmentally friendly composite cedar-like shake roof shingles. The WPTI composite blend is a mixture of post industrial plastic(s), recycled rubber elastomers and cellulosic fibre materials. Contact: Jim Nash Tel: (519) 380-9265 Web: http://www.enviroshake.com
Other NeoVentures Biotechnology Inc.
NeoBio Consulting provides integrated technical assessment and business analysis for bioproducts opportunities. Contact: Dr. Gregory Penner Tel: (519) 829-3615 Web: http://www.neoventures.ca
Contact Matt McLean, Executive Director Southwestern Ontario Bioproducts Innovation Network (SOBIN) Tel: (519) 354-9714 ext. 3905; Fax: (519) 354-3436 Email:
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