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Investigating the Spatial Patterns of Income Inequality and Crime: Applications of Spatiotemporal Data Analysis Techniques
(University of Waterloo, 2021-10-25)Income inequality and crime are two social problems concerning many nations around the world. Such social issues can have detrimental effects on society and are interconnected, meaning that high crime rates may be associated ... -
Investigating the structures and properties of DMS-selected amino acid ions
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-06)This thesis outlines gas-phase studies of ionized amino acids in which their structures and interactions within ion cluster complexes are probed using mass spectrometry, differential ion mobility, and laser spectroscopy. ... -
Investigating the sustainability and resilience criteria for evaluation of land use plans and related policies: The case of rural Niagara
(University of Waterloo, 2012-08-29)Most land use plans and policies, including those concerning growth management, are created in urban hubs (Afshar, 1994; Summer, 2005). My interest in this thesis started by asking the question: What are the criteria that ... -
Investigating the use of a web-map survey tool for heritage planning
(University of Waterloo, 2021-09-29)Heritage planning is critical for preserving places of value to community members. Citizen participation is necessary so that the public can have a voice in matters that directly impact their own communities. Public ... -
Investigating the Use of CRISPR/Cas9 for Genetic Screens in Drosophila
(University of Waterloo, 2021-02-24)The CRISPR/Cas9 system has been adapted into a powerful tool for genetic research. The ability to target regions of a genome in a highly specific manner with a reprogrammable guide RNA has been used in a variety of ... -
Investigating the use of enhancer trapping and Cas9-induced rearrangements to characterize cis-regulatory elements in the Drosophila gene hindsight
(University of Waterloo, 2022-08-22)The gene hindsight (hnt) encodes a transcription factor that is essential for all stages of Drosophila development. Expression of hnt has been observed to promote cell specialization and differentiation of several cell ... -
Investigating the use of variable fluorescence methods to detect phytoplankton nutrient deficiency
(University of Waterloo, 2013-04-29)Variable fluorescence of chlorophyll a (Fv/Fm), measured by pulse amplitude modulated (PAM) fluorometers, is an attractive target for phytoplankton-related water quality management. Lowered Fv/Fm is believed to reflect ... -
Investigating trophic ecology and dietary niche overlap among morphs of Lake Trout in Lake Superior
(University of Waterloo, 2017-01-17)Four morphs of Lake Trout (Salvelinus namaycush, Walbaum 1792) have been identified in Lake Superior: leans, siscowets, humpers, and redfins. In this comprehensive study, the trophic ecology of Lake Trout morphs were ... -
An Investigation and Application of the Finite Difference Time Domain Method as a Tool for Solving Equalization Problems in Acoustics
(University of Waterloo, 2010-01-25)This thesis investigates the issues in deriving the Finite Di erence Time Domain Method, including the derivation of a unique method for exciting an FDTD system that is physically realistic in terms of acoustics. It is ... -
Investigation and Propagation of Defects in the Membrane Electrode Assembly of Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells: Quality Control Analysis
(University of Waterloo, 2019-05-24)Polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) have the potential to deliver high power density with a lower weight and volume compared to other fuel cells. However, some of the barriers to the successful commercialization ... -
Investigation in Alternative Devices for Joint Load Transfer in Jointed Concrete Pavement
(University of Waterloo, 2013-01-25)Conventional construction of Jointed Plain Concrete Pavements (JPCP) in Canada consists of placing a round steel epoxy-coated dowel at the mid height of the pavement. Steel dowels reduce stepping at the joint to improve ... -
An Investigation into Downtown Revitalization in Mid-Sized Cities in the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe
(University of Waterloo, 2018-04-10)Twenty-first century cities are facing complex environmental, economic and social challenges. In growth areas like Ontario’s Greater Golden Horseshoe, the province has implemented a regional-scale plan to address the ... -
An investigation into marine environments in the eastern Canadian Arctic
(University of Waterloo, 2023-10-20)Arctic marine environments are especially vulnerable to climate change, but detailed scientific data for these ecosystems are lacking due to their remote location and the associated logistical challenges of conducting ... -
Investigation into Photon Emissions as a Side-Channel Leakage in Two Microcontrollers: A Focus on SRAM Blocks
(University of Waterloo, 2023-08-29)Microcontrollers are extensively utilized across a diverse range of applications. However, with the escalating usage of these devices, the risk to their security and the valuable data they process correspondingly intensifies. ... -
An Investigation into Radiative Property Variations across Pre-Annealed Advanced High Strength Steel Coils
(University of Waterloo, 2023-05-29)In recent years, increasingly stringent crashworthiness and emissions regulations have driven automakers to consider novel materials for automotive lightweighting. Advanced high-strength steels (AHSS) used in automotive ... -
An Investigation into the Consequences of Performing Emotional Labour in Mental Health Care
(University of Waterloo, 2011-04-28)Performing emotional labour in health care has been widely studied. However, there is a gap in the literature regarding mental health care. Therefore, the aim of this study was to identify (1) the method of emotional labour ... -
An Investigation into the Effect of Increasing Target Size for Visual Sensitivity Measurement in Normals and in Early Glaucoma
(University of Waterloo, 2014-09-02)The clinical standard method of measurement for clinical visual sensitivity is currently Standard Automated Perimetry with a size III target (SAP III). However, there are many factors that can make the results unreliable. ... -
Investigation into the Effect of Thermal Management on the Capacity Fade of Lithium-ion Batteries
(University of Waterloo, 2017-01-03)The popularity of electric (and hybrid) vehicles has raised the importance of effective thermal management for lithium-ion batteries, both to prevent thermal runaway leading to a fire hazard, and to minimize capacity fade ... -
An Investigation into the Effects of Variable Lake Ice Properties on Passive and Active Microwave Measurements Over Tundra Lakes Near Inuvik, N.W.T.
(University of Waterloo, 2010-09-30)The accurate estimation of snow water equivalent (SWE) in the Canadian sub-arctic is integral to climate variability studies and water availability forecasts for economic considerations (drinking water, hydroelectric power ... -
An Investigation into the Household and Resident Composition of Higher Density Residential Districts in the Greater Toronto Area
(University of Waterloo, 2009-01-19)The intensification of existing urban areas has become a common strategy used by planners to combat the negative aspects associated with unrestrained urban growth. This paper investigates the cultural and socio-economi ...