Understanding how materials used in a range of engineering and manufacturing processes deform under stress and temperature fluctuations: the research helps scientists develop new materials and helps engineers better utilize these materials in their designs.

Dr. Praveen Jain, Canada Research Chair in Power Electronics and head of ePOWER, is leading a team of researchers who are developing new technology to capture solar energy that “will enable us to have off-grid energy systems that are reliable and can give you a 24/7 supply of energy.”

Queen’s made significant and successful efforts to attract women researchers to campus through the 1980s, including through such programs as the Queen’s National Scholar Program.