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Development of Non-planar Interconnects for Flexible Substrates using Laser-assisted Maskless Microdeposition
(University of Waterloo, 2012-09-19)With the industry striving for smaller devices, new technologies are developed to further miniaturize electronics devices. To this end, realization of 3D/non-planar interconnects, which aim at miniaturizing the interconnects ... -
Development of Non-Spherical Platinum Catalyst with Functionalized Carbon Supports for Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells
(University of Waterloo, 2023-04-21)Energy conversion devices capable of zero-emission operation are needed to limit the impacts of anthropogenic climate change. Proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells are well suited to address this need, as they can ... -
Development of novel data representations for virtual reality exergames
(University of Waterloo, 2021-01-06)Being physically active is important to people of all ages for supporting health and wellbeing. Engaging in regular physical activity has been shown to foster growth and development, improve physical and cognitive functions, ... -
Development of Novel Molecules as Modulators of Amyloid-β Aggregation
(University of Waterloo, 2021-09-08)Our brain is remarkably special and unique. It has billions of neurons that govern actions and reactions, and enables us to have thoughts, memories, and personality traits – outmost precious assets – that define who we are ... -
Development of novel spme coatings and high-throughput automation of sample preparation for pharmaceutical and clinical samples
(University of Waterloo, 2009-12-23)Increasing the efficiency of the methods used through the development and trial of novel pharmaceutical compounds is an important step to reduce the time required to develop new medical treatments. Before a drug can be ... -
Development of Novel Task-Based Configuration Optimization Methodologies for Modular and Reconfigurable Robots Using Multi-Solution Inverse Kinematic Algorithms
(University of Waterloo, 2010-01-21)Modular and Reconfigurable Robots (MRRs) are those designed to address the increasing demand for flexible and versatile manipulators in manufacturing facilities. The term, modularity, indicates that they are constructed ... -
Development of Novel Techniques for Measuring Bulbar Conjunctival Red Blood Cell Velocity, Oximetry and Redness
(University of Waterloo, 2009-04-29)Introduction The ocular surface provides a unique opportunity to study hemodynamics since the vessels can be visualized directly, without treatment and non-invasively. The availability of instruments to measure various ... -
Development of Novel Π-conjugated Polymer Semiconductors for Organic Solar Cells
(University of Waterloo, 2018-12-20)Bulk heterojunction polymer solar cell (PSC) is a promising photovoltaic technology for clean and renewable energy sources due to its superior advantages such as mechanical flexibility, light weight, low-cost fabrication, ... -
Development of oleophilic membranes for volatile organic compound and nitrogen separation
(University of Waterloo, 2022-03-14)Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are the foremost hazardous pollutants in the air. VOC emissions have significant effects on the environment and human health. Membrane separation, as an excellent technology for VOC removal ... -
Development of Optical Fiber-Based Sensing Devices Using Laser Microfabrication Methods
(University of Waterloo, 2010-04-27)The focus of this thesis is on the development of sensing devices based on optical fiber sensors, specifically optical Fiber Bragg Gratings (FBG), using laser microfabrication methods. FBG is a type of optical fibers whose ... -
Development of Optimal Energy Infrastructures for the Oil Sands Industry in a CO₂-constrained World
(University of Waterloo, 2007-09-27)Western Canadian bitumen is becoming a predominant source of energy for North American markets. The bitumen extraction and upgrading processes in the oil sands industry require vast quantities of energy, in the form of ... -
Development of Peptide-Modified Gemini Nanoplexes for Gene Delivery to the Retina
(University of Waterloo, 2020-04-22)Glaucoma is a retinal neurodegenerative disease where the retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) suffer from damage and die over time due to multiple factors, including a persistently elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). Glaucoma ... -
DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE MODELS AND MAINTENANCE STANDARDS OF URBAN PAVEMENTS FOR NETWORK MANAGEMENT
(University of Waterloo, 2015-08-12)Urban pavements in developing countries often provide users with low level of services and result in negative impacts on the population and economy. Two main causes of deferring maintenance actions for urban pavements in ... -
Development of Performance-Related Specifications for Asphalt Mixtures in Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2021-08-25)Superpave mix design relying on volumetric specifications is not completely able to predict the long-term performance of asphalt pavements. Therefore, implementation of suitable performance specifications is crucial to ... -
Development of Photocatalytic Materials and Systems for the Removal of Selenium from Industrially Impacted Water
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-17)Selenium (Se) contaminated water derived from global industrial activities such as power generation, oil extraction and refining, coal and mineral mining, metal smelting, and agricultural irrigation can bioaccumulate in ... -
Development of Porous Carbon for High Performance Lithium-Sulphur Batteries
(University of Waterloo, 2016-12-14)In recent years we have seen an enormous increase in electronic device capabilities as users demand new and improved features in a smaller form factor. As a result, the power demands of these electronics are increasing at ... -
Development of porous materials based on styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene for oil spill remediation
(University of Waterloo, 2023-05-30)Marine oil spills, resulting from catastrophic equipment failure during oil transportation or the release of oily wastewater from industrial operations, can lead to economic losses and severe environmental damage to marine ... -
Development of Porous Rubber Pavement for the Canadian Climate
(University of Waterloo, 2023-04-11)Permeable pavement usage in North America has increased over the last decade as a viable stormwater management system. Porous Rubber Pavement (PRP) is a new material in this category which has been currently utilized as a ... -
Development of Probabilistic Finite Element Models for Assessment of Deformation in CANDU Fuel Channels
(University of Waterloo, 2022-01-07)Fuel channels (FCs) are one of the most critical components in a CANDU reactor. A FC comprises a Pressure Tube (PT), a Calandria Tube (CT) and four garter springs and it acts as the pressure boundary between the “hot” heavy ... -
Development of protein level cytokine assays and assessment of the impact of implanted Acoustic Telemetry Tags on the Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) immune system
(University of Waterloo, 2023-04-06)Telemetry tags are a widely used technology for tracking animals that are difficult to observe in their natural environment. This technology has been increasingly used to monitor and study populations of high value salmonid ...