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An examination of environmental policy regarding the 2008 Koi Herpesvirus (CyHV-3) outbreak in Lake Simcoe, Ontario, Canada: the disposal of Cyprinus carpio carpio L. on First Nation and off-reserve land
(University of Waterloo, 2013-05-24)Koi Herpesvirus (KHV), a species-specific DNA virus of the family Herpesviridae, is responsible for mass mortalities of common carp (Cyprinus carpio carpio L.) throughout the world. KHV’s broad geographical distribution ... -
Examination of Factors Related to Driving, Travel Patterns and Falls in Retirement Living Seniors
(University of Waterloo, 2014-05-21)Introduction: To date, there has been little research on driving or transportation use in retirement living seniors or the associations with quality of life, including staying active, socially engaged and connected with ... -
An Examination of Fish Consumption and Human Health and the Potential Role of Fish Species Diversity on Nutrient and Fatty Acid Composition
(University of Waterloo, 2022-09-26)Fish is a major food source for the global human population and is a source of various nutrients, including unsaturated fatty acids especially n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), high-quality proteins, vitamins, and ... -
An Examination of Ghanaian Tourism Social Entrepreneurs in Progressing the Sustainable Development Goals
(University of Waterloo, 2020-10-26)January 2015 commenced a compromising procedure by the General Assembly about the aftermath of the unachieved millennium development goals (MDGs), (UN, 2019). With less than ten years of action remaining, to ensure the ... -
An examination of glove attributes and their respective contributions to force decrement and increased effort in power grip at maximal and submaximal levels
(University of Waterloo, 2006)Gloved work has been shown to increase the effort required to perform manual tasks. In power grip tasks, these differences have been observed as reductions in strength and increases in muscular effort. Decreases in ... -
Examination of Healthy Neuromusculoskeletal Control of the Pectoralis Major Muscle
(University of Waterloo, 2020-10-29)The pectoralis major, a large, multipennate muscle, assists in shoulder complex mobility and stability. Although its highly intricate architectural properties allow it to contribute to many upper extremity tasks, its exact ... -
The Examination of Hemispherical Photography as a means of obtaining In Situ Remotely Sensed Sky Gap Estimates in Snow-Covered Coniferous Environments
(University of Waterloo, 2008-09-01)In remote sensing, the application determines the type of platform and scale used during air or space –borne data collection as the pixel size of the collected data varies depending on the sensor or platform used. ... -
Examination of mechanisms underlying the effect of single-session exercise on cortical plasticity
(University of Waterloo, 2018-10-10)Individuals who routinely participate in physical activity are the beneficiaries of a wide array of health benefits. As well, recent observations in humans have identified that even a single session of aerobic exercise can ... -
Examination of Older Driver Perceptions and Actual Behaviour in Sole Household Drivers and Driving Couples
(University of Waterloo, 2008-08-28)Introduction: Driver perceptions may be a more important determinant of behaviour than one’s actual driving abilities. While there is evidence to support these associations, prior studies have relied on self-reports of ... -
Examination of Parametric Subharmonic Instability of K₁ Internal Tides Generated by Tidal Flow over a Ridge
(University of Waterloo, 2022-09-26)Internal gravity waves are thought to be a predominant source of mixing in the Earth's oceans. Here, we explore the interplay between two phenomena experienced by internal gravity waves - parametric subharmonic instability ... -
An Examination of Planned Quit Attempts among Ontario Smokers and Its Impact on Abstinence
(University of Waterloo, 2009-01-30)Background: Planning has long been assumed to be an important element of any successful quit smoking strategy. However, recent research findings indicate that unplanned, or spontaneous quit attempts, may lead to more ... -
An Examination of Political Orientation as a Determinant of Vaccination Outcomes and Health Mitigation Behaviours During the COVID-19 Pandemic
(University of Waterloo, 2023-09-14)Background: Vaccine hesitancy has been a longstanding challenge for public health. However, the COVID-19 pandemic brought a strong push to explore the issue with renewed vigor. Prior studies have identified social cognitive ... -
An Examination of Processes based on Open Standards in Support of Service Location
(University of Waterloo, 2013-08-28)A private telecom carrier partnered with the University of Waterloo to examine opportunities to improve their asset management processes. A reliance on traditional CAD technology made it difficult to generate an enterprise ... -
An Examination of Quality of Work Life And Quality of Care Within a Health Care Setting
(University of Waterloo, 2006)Unsatisfactory working conditions and job stress may be indicative of working in a society where work-life balance is a desired, but often elusive, goal (Duxbury & Higgins, 2001; Smola & Sutton, 2002; Sturges & Guest, ... -
An Examination of Quantum Foundations
(University of Waterloo, 2011-09-01)Quantum foundations is a field of diverse goals and methods. In this thesis, I will present three different approaches to quantum foundations, each emphasizing a different goal or perspective. The causaloid framework has ... -
Examination of sex differences in quadriceps fatigability and Hsp70 content in response to intense intermittent isometric exercise
(University of Waterloo, 2009-09-30)The purpose of this study was to determine if there are sex differences in induced heat shock protein 70 (Hsp70) expression in human skeletal muscle under basal conditions and in response to intense intermittent isometric ... -
An Examination of Smoking-Related Behaviours and Self-Perceptions, and the Role of School Connectedness in Predicting Cigarette Use Among Students at an Ontario University
(University of Waterloo, 2005)<strong>Background. </strong> Post-secondary institutions account for more smokers than any other occupational setting in Canada (Hammond, 2005). Unfortunately, little is known about tobacco use among this distinct ... -
Examination of sodium arsenite- and cadmium chloride-induced HSP accumulation and inhibition of proteasome activity in Xenopus laevis A6 kidney epithelial cells
(University of Waterloo, 2011-09-28)Sodium arsenite (NA) and cadmium chloride (CdCl2) are two relatively abundant environmental toxicants that have numerous detrimental effects on living organisms. At the cellular level, NA and CdCl2 produce reactive oxygen ... -
An examination of switch cost and electrophysiological markers associated with attention switching
(University of Waterloo, 2015-09-30)In this age of advancing technology, people often perform multiple tasks at the same time, which actually requires either dividing or switching attention. The ability to switch attention between two tasks is used often in ... -
An examination of the association between self-reported Canada’s Food Guide servings consumed and food safety knowledge, attitudes, and practices in Ontario high school students
(University of Waterloo, 2018-12-21)Introduction: Two food-related issues that are of concern in Canada are healthy eating and foodborne illness. A majority of students do not eat according to the recommendations outlined in Canada’s Food Guide and foodborne ...