Research Projects

IC-IMPACTS funded research is driven by a commitment to research excellence and supports the discovery and application of solutions to some of the most pressing issues in both Canadian and Indian communities.

Click the research areas below to learn more about the different research projects funded by IC-IMPACTS

Development of a Low-Cost Water Monitoring Kit for Multiplex Heavy Metal Detection Based on Aptamer Sensors

Integrated Water Management

This project aims to develop a novel detection technology that is suitable for routine monitoring at low-resource setting.

A Study of Technology and Financial Appropriateness of Water and Wastewater Infrastructure in Selected Cities of India

Integrated Water Management

This project aims to study the type and appropriateness of water and waste water technologies available to cities and towns in India and to improve decision making within governments

A High Quality Serotype Discriminating Dengue Virus Diagnostic Test Adapted for Field Investigation

Public Health

This project seeks to develop a sensitive and specific diagnostic test for dengue virus that will allow medical personnel to monitor patient infections more accurately.

Engaging Community Pharmacists in India to Enhance Early Detection of Tuberculosis

Public Health

This project engages community pharmacists in India in order to improve early detection of and provide effective treatment for tuberculosis.

Dialled In: Tapping community voice to improve child immunization services in India

Public Health

The project seeks to improve child vaccination rates and improve service delivery for vaccination programs. This project also establishes a toll-free number for immunization in rural Uttar Pradesh that

Identification of High Affinity Ligands against Dengue Virus NS1 for the Development of an Affordable Point-of-Care Diagnostic Kit

Public Health

This project will lead to early diagnosis of dengue fever so that treatment can occur much quicker for infected patients.

Development of a Portable Device for Early Detection of Eye Infection and Dry Eye Disease

Public Health

This project will develop a portable, inexpensive tool for early detection of dry eye and potential eye infection.

Next Generation Molecular Diagnostics for Emerging Viral Diseases

Public Health

This project seeks to develop a non-invasive and rapid diagnostic test for West Nile and Dengue Viruses in blood samples.

Compact High-Rate Water Treatment Systems for Small Communities

Integrated Water Management

This project aims to develop a high-rate water treatment system for rural and remote regions and communities.