Yomna began pursuing her MASc in mechanical engineering in the fall after graduating with her BASc in Mechanical Engineering (+COOP) at uOttawa. Her COOP placements allowed her to experience the mechanical engineering field, by working as a mechanical designer, R&D engineer, and technician. Ultimately, Yomna's main interests lie in lab research and development, which led her to pursue graduate studies at the cold gas dynamic spray lab. Yomna's current research focuses on modifications to an alloyed powder to obtain a "smart" powder, with the goal of achieving superior coating properties when sprayed. These modifications are made in-lab, using principles of chemistry to obtain the desired powder microstructure . The resulting powder should allow for the inclusion of difficult to spray additives such as graphene, which will contribute to more optimal coating properties such as higher thermal conductivity and wear resistance. 

Simon earned a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Ottawa in 2024, where he completed five CO-OP internships. He is now pursuing a Master of Applied Science, with a strong interest in applying academic knowledge to real-world engineering challenges. His research aims to support Canada’s leadership in reducing automotive emissions by improving electric vehicle battery efficiency. Using cold spray additive manufacturing, Simon is developing advanced heat sinks to address the limitations of current power module cooling systems.

Mathieu completed his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Ottawa in 2024. He is currently pursuing a Master of Applied Science, aiming to deepen his expertise in advanced manufacturing techniques to expand the possibilities in aeronautical component production and maintenance. His current research focuses on cold spray additive manufacturing, exploring its promising potential to advance green energy development through sustainable manufacturing and repair of energy systems. As part of his project, Mathieu is developing novel advanced coatings designed for renewable energy applications to improve the performance and durability of components by providing corrosion-resistant and conductive properties. Additionally, his work supports circular economy principles by enabling the restoration of worn parts, thereby reducing waste and decreasing the demand for new raw materials.