DeepSense

🌊 Meet the team behind the DeepSense mission! From driving cutting-edge research to building partnerships and solutions, this powerhouse group is shaping the future of AI, machine learning, and the blue economy: Iaian Archibald: Executive Director Christopher Whidden: DeepSense COVE Digital Ocean Research Chair Lu Yang: Senior Cloud Solutions Architect Matthew Doyle, Ph.D., P. Eng. Doyle: Industry Engagement Manager Prakrut Suthar: Cloud Engineer Amous Qiu: Data & AI Algorithms Lead Alex Pottier: Lead Program Manager Alysa Czenze: Program Manager Brogan Regier: Communications and Events Coordinator Agastya S.: STEM Connector Lead Zeel Ravalani: Operations and Analytics Intern Riley K.: Junior Data Architect Together, they power collaborations between forward-thinking companies and the next generation of AI and machine learning talent, driving smarter, data-driven solutions for a sustainable ocean economy!

Canada is a global leader in AI, and with our vast coastline and deep connection to the ocean, we have a unique opportunity to be world leaders in the emerging field of Ocean AI. Today marks the beginning of our initiative to showcase our progress, share our knowledge, and drive awareness, understanding, and adoption of AI within Canada’s ocean sector. A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated committee for their invaluable contributions to this important work! Craig Haney | Leslie Canavera | Godwin Liu | Wenwen Pei | Alexander Dungate | Amous Qiu | Tom Rose | David McNeil, PMP, MCPM | Christopher Whidden | Juliet McMurren | Jean Quirion | Robert Pascal

Did you miss our latest Discovery Session? We've got you covered—check it out now on our YouTube channel! Learn from Andrew Polanyi 🐋, CEO and Co-founder of Ocean AID, as he discusses how AI-powered real-time technology helps tackle ghost fishing gear, boosts marine efficiency, and supports ocean sustainability. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/g5Gmtisq

Inspired after attending the second AI Lunch and Learn hosted by The PIER at the Seaport and Port Halifax! This session provided an in-depth look at the potential of generative AI, with valuable insights from panelists Christopher J. Simm, Chris O'Shea, Matthew Murphy, and Frank Rudzicz. The discussion covered key topics surrounding generative AI including use cases, effective risk management, and best practices for successful integration. These conversations are critical for shaping the future of AI!

I'm thrilled to share our research paper, "Applying Deep Learning to Predict Adverse Environmental Conditions in Fish Aquaculture Pens," which was recently presented at the OCEANS 2024 conference. This was a collaborative effort between Dalhousie University and Innovasea, where we explored how AI can drive efficiency and sustainability in aquaculture. Our work focuses on predicting dissolved oxygen (DO) levels in fish pens, a critical factor for fish health and farm productivity. By working with large datasets collected from aquaculture sites in Canada and Scotland and applying advanced AI techniques, we developed accurate 24-hour forecasts that provide operators with valuable insights for making informed decisions on feeding schedules, aeration, and other critical operations. The study scales from single-pen predictions to broader, multi-region applications. It’s inspiring to see how data driven solutions can empower real time decision making and promote more sustainable practices across the industry. This work would not have been possible without the incredible support and collaboration of my co-authors Jennie Korus, Tyler Sclodnick, and Christopher Whidden. I am also deeply grateful to DeepSense for their invaluable resources and support. If you share an interest in exploring how AI can be applied to make a positive impact on the world, I’d love to connect. You can read the paper here:

Our CEO, Marc d'Entremont, has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for his exceptional contributions to commercial fishing innovation. 🐟 Presented by Senator Colin Deacon and celebrated by MP Honourable Lena Metlege Diab,QC, this prestigious honour highlights the incredible work being done by Marc and the Katchi team to advance sustainability and efficiency in the fishing industry. ⛴️ We’re grateful for the strong network of supporters who have helped us along the way, including: Schmidt Marine Technology Partners | Canada's Ocean Supercluster | Oceankind | Scotia Harvest Inc. | Clearwater Seafoods LP | ACOA - APECA | National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada | IGNITE Atlantic | Dalhousie Emera ideaHUB | Neocon International | DSA Ocean | Enginuity Inc. | Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC | Mitacs | University of Massachusetts Dartmouth | Creative Destruction Lab | DeepSense | Dalhousie University | Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland | COVE This achievement is a testament to what we can accomplish together! 🙌 #Innovation #Sustainability #Leadership #FishingIndustry #BlueEconomy #CommercialFishing #CleanTech

🌊Celebrating the Ocean of Data Challenge: Coastal Clarity 🌊 We are thrilled to celebrate the conclusion of the 10th Ocean of Data Challenge: Coastal Clarity! This challenge saw an incredible turnout with 18 teams consisting of 37 participants from 5 institutions and 7 programs across Atlantic Canada. Thank you to everyone who participated and submitted such remarkable work—you made the selection process incredibly difficult! Congratulations to the winners on their well-deserved success. Your creativity and innovation are truly inspiring, and we can’t wait to see what you achieve next. 🌟 #OceanOfDataChallenge #DeepSense #COVE #ShiftKeyLabs #Innovation #CoastalClarity ShiftKey Labs COVE

Join us as Andrew Polanyi 🐋, CEO and Co-founder of Ocean AID, discusses how AI-powered real-time tech helps tackle ghost fishing gear, boosts marine efficiency, and supports ocean sustainability. This session is relevant to those interested in the intersection of ocean technology, and machine learning. Attendees will gain insights into how AI and machine learning can transform decision-making processes, and help monitor shellfish behaviour and water quality. Register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/gJ7gpUxv

We had a wonderful time during last week’s #OceanIndustryCrawl. 🚍🌊 This bus tour of ocean tech hot spots in HRM brought together students from various programs and institutions to explore our growing sector up close.     During a stop at COVE, students had the chance to chat with SEATAC Business Development Lead Janine Meade and learn how Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC's network supports the ocean industry through R&D and workforce training opportunities. Connecting with students who ask great questions is always inspiring – they just might be the next generation of ocean innovators! 💡     Thank you to our event partners DeepSense, ShiftKey Labs, COVE, SURGE Innovation, The PIER at the Seaport, Port Halifax, Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia (OTCNS) and Business + Higher Education Roundtable for making the third edition of this tour a big success.  

🌊 That’s a Wrap! Reflecting on an Incredible Day of Ocean Innovation 🌊 The Ocean Industry Crawl provided post-secondary students in Atlantic Canada with an exclusive opportunity to explore Nova Scotia’s thriving ocean tech ecosystem. Throughout the day, attendees visited Ocean Tracking Network, Innovasea, COVE, Kongsberg Maritime, Oneka Technologies, and SEATAC to experience firsthand the cutting-edge research and innovation driving the ocean tech industry. The day concluded with a networking event at The PIER at the Seaport, where students engaged with industry professionals, explored exciting career opportunities, and built meaningful connections. Thank you to our amazing partners – ShiftKey Labs, SURGE Innovation, COVE, Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC, The PIER at the Seaport, Port Halifax, and Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia (OTCNS) – for their support in making this event a success. Here’s to empowering and inspiring the next generation of ocean innovators! ✨