This year, the Student Research Award saw an impressive number of applications from students across NS post-secondary institutions. Submissions that closely aligned with BRIC NS’ research priorities were carefully evaluated through a peer review process and after rigorous review and ranking, the top 5 projects were selected to receive this year’s prestigious awards. We’re excited to celebrate these outstanding researchers and their contributions! 

Below lists the 5 SRA recipients and their projects (in no particular order):

• Lindsay Van Dam, PhD (Health) – “Exploring Professional Identity and Readiness for Collaborative Practice Amongst Dentistry and Dental Hygiene Students”
• Eric Poach, MSc (Epidemiology) – “How continuity of care and chronic disease management are shaped by treatment for serious mental illness and substance use disorder”
• Mya Dockrill, PhD (Clinical Psychology) – “The impact of equity, diversity, and inclusivity factors on the acceptance, usability, and effectiveness of eHealth treatment for sleep difficulties across the lifespan”
• Noah Doucette, PhD (Nursing) – “Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine hesitancy amongst men who have sex with men (MSM): A Poststructural Inquiry”
• Samuel Silva, PhD (Epidemiology and Applied Health Research) – “Improving exercise treatment prescription and program adherence for the management of chronic low back pain: a mixed-methods implementation study“

Be on the lookout for presentations from our award recipients at the upcoming 2025 Student Seminars. Details about the 2025 application cycle will be posted soon—stay tuned for more information!