Browsing Theses by Subject "glyphosate"
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The effect of glyphosate on bacteria and archaea community composition in freshwater biofilms
(University of Waterloo, 2022-04-04)Glyphosate-based herbicides are some of the most widely used herbicides in the world today, however, there is still much to learn about how glyphosate affects non-target ecosystems. Specifically, freshwater aquatic biofilms ... -
Isolation and characterization of bacterial phosphorous metabolism genes from complex microbial communities
(University of Waterloo, 2009-10-05)Phosphorous (P) is an essential nutrient, playing a central role in the life of a bacterial cell. It is involved in cellular metabolic pathways, cell signaling and is a component of many of the cell’s macromolecules. Since ... -
Taking the Pulse of Canada's Industrial Food System
(University of Waterloo, 2019-01-31)In the context of catastrophic climate change, reducing climate implications of food systems is a central challenge. Shifting diets away from meat towards protein-rich pulses reduces climate change-related pressures while ...