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Evaluating Mission-Critical Self-Adaptive Software Systems: A Testing-Based Approach
(University of Waterloo, 2010-11-24)Self-adaptive software is a closed-loop system that tries to manage, direct, or regulate its own behavior dynamically. Such a system aims at providing an automated and systematic approach to handling the increasing complexity ... -
Evaluating Multi-Temporal DInSAR Measurements of Ground Surface Deformation Around the Rhenish Coalfields in Germany Using Sentinel-1 SAR Imagery
(University of Waterloo, 2021-06-01)Ground surface deformation caused by land subsidence is a critical aspect when assessing safety and environmental impacts of open-pit mining operations. These mining-induced deformations can cause severe damage to local ... -
Evaluating NGOs in international water development: a case study of H2O 4 ALL
(University of Waterloo, 2017-08-28)With the introduction of the Millennium and Sustainable Development Goals, the level of sophistication required to measure the impact of international development has grown. However, evidence suggests that international ... -
Evaluating Nutraceuticals for Selective Toxicity Toward Leukemia Stem Cells
(University of Waterloo, 2015-05-22)Targeting leukemia stem cells (LSCs) is critical to improving the poor outcome of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) patients. Nutraceuticals (i.e., food derived bioactive compounds) provide a wealthy resource for novel ... -
Evaluating Object and Text Detectors under the Binary Classification Scenario: A Review
(University of Waterloo, 2022-01-27)With the explosively increasing volume of hateful speech presented with images on the Internet, it is necessary to detect hateful speech automatically. Due to the intense demand for computation from the hateful meme detection ... -
Evaluating parameter fitting and model design for unsaturated processes in peatlands
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-08)Growing Sphagnum moss for peatland restoration and fibre farming requires the proper moisture regime be maintained; thus, there is a desire to optimize growth by creating ideal hydrological conditions. Sphagnum mosses have ... -
Evaluating Polymeric Materials for Sensing of Gaseous Analytes
(University of Waterloo, 2019-10-18)Polymers have been widely used in gas sensing applications especially for detecting Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Some of these applications consist of disease diagnosis and breathalyzers as well as evaluation of ... -
Evaluating Re-authentication Strategies for Smartphones
(University of Waterloo, 2016-08-04)Re-authenticating users may be necessary for smartphone authentication schemes that leverage user behavior, device context, or task sensitivity. However, due to the unpredictable nature of re-authentication, users may get ... -
Evaluating Regional Aquifer Vulnerability and BMP Performance in an Agricultural Environment Using a Multi-Scale Data Integration Approach
(University of Waterloo, 2009-06-19)The increased use of both organic and synthetic fertilizers on agricultural land has lead to rising groundwater nitrate concentrations in some areas of southern Ontario. This has occurred at the Thornton Well Field in ... -
Evaluating remotely piloted aircraft estimates of crop height and LAI against satellite and crop model outputs
(University of Waterloo, 2021-02-17)Crop simulation models (CSM) have been a method for decision makers to study the effects of crop management activities for predicting, planning, and improving crop growth for the past several decades. While the applicability ... -
Evaluating Singing for Computer Input Using Pitch, Interval and Melody
(University of Waterloo, 2022-09-02)In voice-based interfaces, non-verbal features represent a simple and underutilized design space for hands-free, language-agnostic interactions. This work evaluates the performance of three fundamental types of voice-based ... -
Evaluating Support Conditions for Precast Concrete Inlay Panels using Finite Element Analysis
(University of Waterloo, 2019-08-12)Precast concrete inlay panels (PCIPs) are a unique application of precast concrete pavement used for overnight rehabilitations of high-traffic volume asphalt highways exhibiting structural rutting issues. The pavement is ... -
Evaluating Surface Concentrations of NO2 and O3 in Urban and Rural Regions by Combining Chemistry Transport Modelling with Surface Measurements
(University of Waterloo, 2011-01-27)A base case modelling investigation was conducted to explore the chemical and physical behaviour of ground-level ozone (O3) and its precursor nitrogen dioxide (NO2) in Ontario using the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ... -
Evaluating Tailored Feedback for Re-Engaging Residential Smart Grid Users: A Case Study in Milton, Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2016-04-01)A rapidly changing climate, predominantly caused by carbon-intensive human activities, has stimulated policies and programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG’s). One area in which GHG reductions are being made is in ... -
Evaluating the Ability of Commercial Search Engines to Help People Answer Health Questions
(University of Waterloo, 2023-12-18)The act of seeking information pertaining to medical treatments and self-diagnosis is one of the applications of search engines. However online documents and websites offer convenience and efficiency in accessing information, ... -
Evaluating the anti-leukemia activity of avocatin B
(University of Waterloo, 2015-01-15)Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is an aggressive malignant disease characterized by poor patient outcome and suboptimal front-line chemotherapy. To identify novel anti-AML compounds, a high-throughput screen of a natural ... -
Evaluating the Confinement Effect to Improve Gravel Runway Performance
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)This research was intended to adapt an existing strength testing method used only in Russia for conformance with Aircraft Flight Manuals typical of North America. Bearing strength requirements are typically listed by minimum ... -
Evaluating the development and use of a rapid wetland assessment tool (ABWRET-A) in policy implementation in Alberta, Canada
(University of Waterloo, 2020-06-03)As wetlands around the world are being lost, policies are implemented to help protect further destruction and loss of valuable services that wetlands provide. In Alberta, wetland policy has been put in place with the goals ... -
Evaluating the Effect of a Self-Healing Elastomer on the Self-Healing Properties of Asphalt Cement
(University of Waterloo, 2020-09-25)Asphalt pavements exhibit an interesting behaviour when the traffic loading is removed. The chemical structure of asphalt cement lends itself to the ability to heal damage and improve the longevity of the pavement. This ... -
Evaluating the Effect of Basic Psychological Needs Support and Thwarting on Motivation for Emotionally Demanding Behaviour Change
(University of Waterloo, 2020-07-20)According to numerous sources, common factors found in all psychological intervention methods are significant predictors of treatment outcome, potentially holding even greater predictive power than treatment techniques ...