Student Showcase shared 39 project videos celebrating student applied research
May 21, 2020 – Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Applied Research Student Showcase featured 39 project
videos focused on solving real-world problems. This online showcase is a celebration
of the applied research projects of Sask Polytech’s innovative and passionate students.
Videos of the student’s applied research projects were shared online for adjudication
by judges and industry partners.
“The Applied Research Student Showcase is an important annual event and we are excited
to share and celebrate the innovative work of our students,” says Dr. Larry Rosia,
president and CEO. “Congratulations to all of the students in this year’s virtual
showcase on a job well done! Saskatchewan Polytechnic is becoming increasingly recognized
for our strength in applied research. Applied research assesses a need, proves a concept,
and tests new products to refine and ready them for market. Thank you to our industry
partners for your continued support our students.”
Sask Polytech faculty, researchers and students collaborate with employers on applied
research projects. These projects take many forms including product development, process
design, technology adoption and proof of concept. When business and industry partners
work with students, they get to keep their intellectual property. Participating in
applied research gives students hands-on experience to transition seamlessly into
their chosen career and positions them as an employee of choice in today's competitive
job market.
“The Applied Research Student Showcase demonstrates the innovative thinking that exists
at Saskatchewan Polytechnic,” says Susan Blum, associate vice-president, Applied Research
and Innovation. “All students participating have previously received a $1,000 scholarship
to assist with their research. Congratulations to this year’s winners. You truly are
leading the way!”
The virtual Applied Research Student Showcase is an example of Sask Polytech’s efforts
to maintain annual celebrations and traditions through virtual events during the COVID-19
pandemic.
2020 Applied Research Student Showcase Winners
| First ($1000) | Bradley Weir Geographic Information Science Fuel Type Updating |
| Second ($750) | Andrew Ashton Electronic Systems Engineering Technology Cribbage for Persons with Reduced Vision |
| Third ($500) | Benno Unger Electronics Systems Engineering Technology Car Parking Sensor |
| Industry Choice ($500) | Andrew Brittner Environmental Engineering Technology Development of a Project Geographic Information System (GIS) for the Former Husky Refinery Site in Moose Jaw |
| Joseph A. Remai School of Construction ($500) | Edward LaFayette Architectural technologies Integrating a "living machine" into a building design |
Sask Polytech is always looking to create more work-integrated learning opportunities for our student researchers. If you have a business challenge you need assistance with, please contact us.
First place: Bradley Weir
Second place: Andrew Ashton
Third place: Benno Unger
Industry choice: Andrew Brittner
Joseph A. Remai School of Construction: Edward LaFayette