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Studies of symmetries that give special quantum states the "right to exist"
(University of Waterloo, 2015-05-01)In this thesis we study symmetric structures in Hilbert spaces known as symmetric informationally complete positive operator-valued measures (SIC-POVMs), mutually unbiased bases (MUBs), and MUB-balanced states. Our tools ... -
Studies of the Growth Conditions, Plasmonic and Magnetoplasmonic Properties of Semiconductor Nanostructures
(University of Waterloo, 2018-01-22)Magnetoplasmonic nanostructures, as a branch of multifunctional materials, have recently attracted research interests due to the coexistence of magnetic and plasmonic properties.1-4 To accomplish the simultaneous control ... -
Studies of the Lewis Acidity of Dicarbonyl Iodonium Ylides in Ionic and Photochemical Reactions
(University of Waterloo, 2021-06-28)Hypervalent iodine compounds have been established as useful reagents in synthetic chemistry due to their ease of handling and the diverse amount of chemical reactivity that can be accessed under mild reaction conditions. ... -
Studies of the Upper Rainy River Food Web and Variations in Spawning Critical Habitats in Relation to Flow
(University of Waterloo, 2014-12-12)While the impacts of large hydroelectric dams are now well recognized, there is growing awareness of the pivotal role of the flow regime as a key driver of the ecology of rivers. Specifically, studies have identified low ... -
Studies of tumor heterogeneity, tumor microenvironment, and radiotherapy: A mathematical and computational approach
(University of Waterloo, 2019-01-04)Radiotherapy uses high doses of energy to eradicate cancer cells and thus destroy the bulk of tumors. Radiobiologists try to precisely deliver radiation to a targeted area in order to maximize the cancer cell kill rate ... -
Studies of Visual Attention
(University of Waterloo, 2009-06-22)Aim The experiment proposed to study the effect of sustained visual attention in an effective visual field of 40 degrees, in cued and uncued conditions with different set-sizes. Methods The participants had a normal ... -
STUDIES ON IMPACT RESISTANCE OF SPECTACLE LENS MATERIALS
(University of Waterloo, 2014-05-01)Introduction: The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Z94.3-07 ballistic impact test for industrial lenses, tests the ability of a lens material to withstand the impact of a 6.4 mm diameter steel ball travelling at a ... -
Studies on Nonlinear and Dynamic Soil Structure Interaction
(University of Waterloo, 2023-07-21)High-speed trains, excessive loads in moving trucks, and vibrating machines on foundations on soft ground can generate significant vibration and deformation in the subgrade (soil). Better understanding and realistic analysis ... -
Studies on Pervaporation for Aroma Compound Recovery from Aqueous Solutions
(University of Waterloo, 2008-02-20)This study was concerned with the recovery of aroma compounds from aqueous solutions by pervaporation using poly(ether-block-amide) (PEBA) membranes. Three model aroma compounds (i.e., propyl propionate, C6-aldehyde and ... -
Studies on Poly(N,N-dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate) Composite Membranes for Gas Separation and Pervaporation
(University of Waterloo, 2008-05-22)Membrane-based acid gas (e.g., CO2) separation, gas dehydration and humidification, as well as solvent dehydration are important to the energy and process industries. Fixed carrier facilitated transport membranes can enhance ... -
Studies on processing additives introduced to increase the efficiency of organic solar cells: selection and mechanistic effects
(University of Waterloo, 2015-01-20)Polymeric bulk heterojunction (BHJ) organic solar cells (OSCs) have attracted significant interest as a low cost and renewable technology to harvest solar energy. Despite these advantages, their generally low power ... -
Studies on the Optimization of Neuropeptides Detection in the Human Tear Film
(University of Waterloo, 2020-05-13)Introduction: Dry Eye Disease (DED) stems from a disruption of the homeostasis of the tear film (TF), a thin layer of fluid covering the ocular surface. The TF consists of numerous constituents that include proteins, ... -
Studies on the Physiology and Glucose Metabolism of 14-16-Month-Old Female RTSAKO Mice
(University of Waterloo, 2020-09-01)Obesity is a global epidemic. Characterized by an imbalance between energy intake and expenditure, the metabolic and physiological dysfunctions that it yields can result in other diseases such as diabetes. Although several ... -
Studies on Trade-off Between Throughput and Reliability in Wireless Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2007-12-20)In the first part of the thesis, we study the trade-off between the transmission reliability and data rate in high signal-to-noise ratio regime in ad-hoc wireless networks. Bandwidth allocation plays a significant role ... -
Studies Related to Tandem Reactivity of 1-Carbomethoxy-5-dicyanomethyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene
(University of Waterloo, 2006)A set of studies centered around the reactions of the active methine compound 1-carbomethoxy-5-dicyanomethyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene (the "ring-opened adduct"), obtained by base-induced ring-opening of the Diels-Alder adduct ... -
A Study in Paleo-Oncology: On the Identification of Neoplastic Disease in Archaeological Bone
(University of Waterloo, 2014-01-24)Humans have experienced neoplastic disease since antiquity as evidenced by its frequent mentions in numerous ancient medical texts from diverse cultures. However, the skeletal record does not always corroborate this fact, ... -
A Study in Preference Elicitation under Uncertainty
(University of Waterloo, 2011-08-30)In many areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI), we are interested in helping people make better decisions. This help can result in two advantages. First, computers can process large amounts of data and perform quick ... -
A Study in the Comparative Viability of Green Roofs Constructed Using Native Accent Species Relative to Green Roofs Using Sedum Accent Species: A First Step Toward the Potential Development of Green Roofs as a Tool for Creating a Transition Zone Between Native and Urban Ecosystems
(University of Waterloo, 2023-08-18)Modern urban development over the last 200 years has led to the construction of cities which create severe issues for native ecology, human health, and the safety of both people and property. Among these issues are the ... -
Study of a low Re airfoil considering laminar separation bubbles in static and pitching motion
(University of Waterloo, 2019-01-25)Performance of low Reynolds number (Re) devices is highly dependent on their airfoil design. Small wind turbines that usually work in areas with poor wind resources with a vast application from remote to busy urban regions ... -
Study of a MEMS fiber-optic pressure sensor based on Optical Interferometry.
(University of Waterloo, 2017-11-27)The main focus of this thesis is the development of a MEMS optical pressure sensor capable of giving real-time, accurate measurements to a mid-high pressure range. Some traditional devices for acquisition of parameters ...