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Exploring the Linkages Between Planning and the Barriers to Climate Change Adaptation in Caribbean Small Island Developing States
(University of Waterloo, 2018-05-14)The IPCC Fifth Assessment Report indicates that Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Furthermore, there is a considerable adaptation deficit in SIDS which must be ... -
Exploring the lived experiences of women in larger bodies who access and use contraception in Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2021-12-16)Background: Contraception is widely used by women to prevent pregnancy and for other health-related reasons. In Canada, many contraceptive users may be living in larger bodies. While there is a growing interest in the ... -
Exploring the Mechanisms Underlying Gender Differences in Statistical Reasoning: A Multipronged Approach
(University of Waterloo, 2013-01-25)The past two decades have seen a substantial increase in the availability of numerical data that individuals are faced with on a daily basis. In addition, research uncovering the multiple facets of statistical reasoning ... -
Exploring the Origins and Mobility of the Medieval Monastic Inhabitants of a Cave Church in Gurat, France using Strontium Isotope Analysis
(University of Waterloo, 2018-01-22)Researchers inevitably must destroy a portion of their sample to conduct stable isotope analyses and obtain the chemical signatures embedded within biological hard tissues such as tooth or bone. However, the degree to which ... -
Exploring the possibility of transforming food crops for salinity tolerance using the TMT gene encoding thiol methyltransferase enzyme
(University of Waterloo, 2010-08-31)Soil salinity is a serious environmental stress threatening productivity of major crops worldwide. Among the various biotic and abiotic strategies that exist, transgenic technologies provide a promising avenue to reduce ... -
Exploring the Potential Application of Brownfield Redevelopment in Dalian, China, Based on Municipal Experiences in Ontario, Canada
(University of Waterloo, 2008-05-13)This study explores the potential of applying Canadian experiences of brownfield redevelopment to Chinese practices by investigating three cases: City of Kitchener, City of Hamilton and City of Dalian. Data collection ... -
Exploring the Potential of Wrist-Worn Gesture Sensing
(University of Waterloo, 2018-01-22)This thesis aims to explore the potential of wrist-worn gesture sensing. There has been a large amount of work on gesture recognition in the past utilizing different kinds of sensors. However, gesture sets tested across ... -
Exploring the Powers of Mindfulness-Based Training on Enhanced Executive Function and Improved Response Accuracy
(University of Waterloo, 2022-09-28)Humans are flooded with a large number of visual stimuli at any waking moment, and to act efficiently, we filter information based on how relevant it is to us and avoid stimuli that may be considered distracting. Research ... -
Exploring the Relationship between Self-Regulation and Boredom
(University of Waterloo, 2015-08-26)The following two studies examined the relationship between various aspects of self-regulation, boredom proneness and the experience of boredom. Prior research on trait boredom has demonstrated that it is often related to ... -
Exploring the relationship between transit-induced intensification and retail gentrification in a mid-sized Canadian city
(University of Waterloo, 2022-09-20)Over the last two decades, the back-to-the-city movement and a shift in planning ideals towards intensification have spurred a renewed interest in rapid transit systems. Modern rapid transit systems are predominantly ... -
Exploring the Requirements for Technology Design to Support People with MCI or Early-Onset Dementia at Work
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-22)Work is an integral and meaningful part of many people’s lives. Research has shown that the consequences of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and Early-Onset Dementia (EOD) before the age of sixty-five can profoundly affect ... -
Exploring the Requisites and Design Requirements for Adding ‘Reason for Use’ Information to Prescription Labels
(University of Waterloo, 2018-10-01)Individuals with multiple medical conditions and polypharmacy are at higher risk of inappropriate prescribing and consequent adverse drug events. Moreover, individuals may not adequately understand the therapeutic intention ... -
Exploring the Restorative Effects of Nature: Testing A Proposed Visuospatial Theory
(University of Waterloo, 2013-09-27)In this thesis, the restorative effects of exposure to nature are examined through the lens of existing restoration theories. Limitations of existing theories, such as Attention Restoration Theory and Psycho-evolutionary ... -
Exploring the role of a Community Organization in the lives of Individuals who are Homeless - A Phenomenological Approach
(University of Waterloo, 2013-01-07)The purpose of this phenomenological study was to explore the role of the Good Shepherd, a Catholic charitable organization, in the lives of those involved in it. Data collection methods consisted of semi-structured ... -
Exploring the role of a health system navigator to support chronically ill older adults through health care transitions
(University of Waterloo, 2011-08-30)Poorly executed transitions between health care settings can lead to poor outcomes and greater use of health care resources for older adults. Older adults with complex needs often receive care from many health care providers ... -
Exploring the role of electrolytes in high energy alkali metal batteries
(University of Waterloo, 2016-05-24)With the increasing importance of electrified transport, the need for high energy density storage is also increasing. Possible candidates include lithium air, sodium air and lithium sulphur batteries. One of the major ... -
Exploring the role of emotions on health decisions: Case studies in cancer screening, vaccination, and nutrition
(University of Waterloo, 2022-03-30)Introduction One of main the objectives of public health is to promote behaviors that improve mental and physical health. Consequently, public health researchers have been studying models of behaviorchange/decision-making ... -
Exploring the role of governance in supporting urban green infrastructure for sustainability transitions
(University of Waterloo, 2021-01-26)Green infrastructure development in urban areas may be enhanced by governing processes that are collaborative, action-oriented, and strategically organized. Past literature has provided evidence on the performance, purpose, ... -
Exploring the Role of Public Health in Climate Change Initiatives and the Mining Industry in Ontario, Canada
(University of Waterloo, 2023-08-10)Background: Climate change is a global crisis that is impacting population health. With its significant expansion, the mining industry in Ontario, Canada has the potential to contribute to the development of green energy ...