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Comparing Distributions with the Probability of Agreement
(University of Waterloo, 2021-06-03)In this thesis we adapt the probability of agreement (PoA) methodology for the comparison of distributions. Most of the commonly used methods for comparing distributions are rooted in hypothesis testing where decisions are ... -
Comparing functional dynamic normalization methods to maximal voluntary isometric contractions for lower limb EMG from walking, cycling and running
(Elsevier, 2019-02)There is no consensus on the most appropriate method for normalizing an individual’s electromyography (EMG) signals from walking, cycling and running in the same data collection. The aim of this study was to compare how ... -
Comparing Geometric Models Against Empirical Data for Radiowave Landmobile Cellular Uplink AOA
(University of Waterloo, 2005)There has been an increase in demand for efficient wireless systems. Smart antennas using position location are one possible way to improve the capacity of cellular systems. In order to deploy such systems successfully, ... -
Comparing habitat use and mercury accumulation in Arctic Grayling (Thymallus arcticus) from two northern ecosystems
(University of Waterloo, 2018-08-27)An improved understanding of the distribution and habitat requirements for mountain stream populations of Arctic Grayling (Thymallus arcticus) is necessary to assess their vulnerability to environmental stressors, establish ... -
Comparing Influenza Vaccine Efficacy Against Mismatched And Matched Strains: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis
(BioMed Central, 2013-06-25)Background: Influenza vaccines are most effective when the antigens in the vaccine match those of circulating strains. However, antigens contained in the vaccines do not always match circulating strains. In the present ... -
Comparing Intersection Cut Closures using Simple Families of Lattice-Free Convex Sets
(University of Waterloo, 2022-04-26)Mixed integer programs are a powerful mathematical tool, providing a general model for expressing both theoretically difficult and practically useful problems. One important subroutine of algorithms solving mixed integer ... -
Comparing knee joint kinematics, kinetics and cumulative load between healthy-weight and obese young adults
(University of Waterloo, 2011-05-20)One of the most poorly understood co-morbidities associated with obesity is the pathway to osteoarthritis of the knee. To implement appropriate preventative strategies, it is important to explore how obesity is a causal ... -
Comparing malaria surveillance with periodic spraying in the presence of insecticide-resistant mosquitoes: Should we spray regularly or based on human infections?
(Elsevier, 2016-06-01)There is an urgent need for more understanding of the effects of surveillance on malaria control. Indoor residual spraying has had beneficial effects on global malaria reduction, but resistance to the insecticide poses a ... -
Comparing Non-Steady State Emissions under Start-Up and Shut-Down Operating Conditions with Steady State Emissions
(University of Waterloo, 2018-04-24)Although often neglected, the non-steady state operations of industrial facilities are more likely to result in increased emissions and process safety incidents compared to steady state operations. Regulatory authorities ... -
Comparing Non-Steady State Emissions under Start-Up and Shut-Down Operating Conditions with Steady State Emissions for Several Industrial Sectors: A Literature Review
(Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute, 2017-02-04)This study investigates the emissions of various industrial facilities under start-up, shut-down, and normal operations. The industries that have been investigated include power and/or heat generation, energy-from-waste ... -
Comparing occupational musculoskeletal exposures during common materials handling tasks between non-obese and obese adults
(University of Waterloo, 2017-12-08)Higher body mass is associated with increased risk of musculoskeletal injury, a greater number of insurance claims, and higher direct and indirect costs due to decreased productivity during manual materials handling. Over ... -
Comparing Paleohydrograph Reconstructions from Subsurface Stratigraphy and Topography at the Sault Ste. Marie Strandplain
(University of Waterloo, 2021-05-01)The Great Lakes are currently at high water levels, which are negatively impacting coastal infrastructure, coastal ecosystems, and stakeholders that rely on the lakes. To better understand natural fluctuations, which ... -
Comparing Smartphone Speech Recognition and Touchscreen Typing for Composition and Transcription
(University of Waterloo, 2020-08-28)Ruan et al. found transcribing short phrases with speech recognition nearly 200% faster than typing on a smartphone. We extend this comparison to a novel composition task, using a protocol that enables a controlled comparison ... -
Comparing thallium isotopes to paleosalinity and Mo-U isotope paleoredox proxies: A case study of the Upper Devonian Kettle Point Formation, Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2023-06-22)Black shale formations are utilised to reconstruct ancient global ocean redox conditions by analyzing and inferring their geochemical and isotopic compositions. However, the accuracy of these reconstructions can decrease ... -
Comparing the Acute Effects of Hatha Yoga and Meditation on Executive Function
(University of Waterloo, 2016-03-29)Background: Prior research demonstrates that acute and chronic bouts of Hatha yoga, a moving meditation, shows promise for improving executive function (EF) and mood outcomes in a variety of populations. However, more ... -
Comparing the Effects of Self-Compassionate, Assertive, and Avoidant Coping Strategies during Imagined Social Distress: Implications for Imagery Rescripting
(University of Waterloo, 2018-09-04)Imagery Rescripting (IR) is a relatively novel therapeutic intervention for social anxiety (SA) in which patients recall and engage with autobiographical memories of socially distressing events. During the intervention ... -
Comparing the Estimation of Internally and Externally Defined Interval Durations
(University of Waterloo, 2019-01-16)In this thesis I distinguish between two types of temporal intervals: internally-defined and externally-defined. Prior research on how humans estimate the durations of temporal intervals has been focussed almost entirely ... -
Comparing the Functional Independence Measure and the interRAI/MDS for use in the functional assessment of older adults
(University of Waterloo, 2009-08-20)Background: The rehabilitation of older persons is often complicated by increased frailty and medical complexity – these in turn present challenges for the development of health information systems. Objective investigation ... -
Comparing the Kinematic and Kinetic Outputs from Digital Human Modeling Tools to a Lab-Based Rigid-Link Model for the Investigation of Musculoskeletal Disorder Hazards During Patient Handling
(University of Waterloo, 2018-08-30)Patient repositioning tasks expose healthcare providers (HCPs) to high bone-on-bone forces, resulting in the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) (Fragala,2011). Researchers have been able to estimate biomechanical ... -
Comparing the Safety and Mobility Benefits of Alternative Winter Road Maintenance Standards
(University of Waterloo, 2019-10-24)In countries like Canada, driving conditions can be significantly deteriorated by adverse winter weather conditions, such as ice and snow storms. To reduce the negative effects caused by inclement winter weather conditions, ...