Theses: Recent submissions
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Visual Functions in Parkinson’s Disease
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-19)Background: Freezing of gait (FOG) is considered to be a motor disorder symptom that affects some Parkinson Disease (PD) patients; however, it is hypothesized that sensory systems may also be involved in FOG. Purpose: ... -
Estimation and prediction methods for univariate and bivariate cyclic longitudinal data using a semiparametric stochastic mixed effects model
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-19)In this thesis, I propose and consider inference for a semiparametric stochastic mixed model for bivariate longitudinal data; and provide a prediction procedure of a future cycle utilizing past cycle information. This ... -
“We’re just trying to help...make it a positive place”: Community Organizations, Gentrification, and Neighbourhood Change in Hamilton, Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-19)As a historic hub of steel manufacturing impacted by deindustrialization, Hamilton, Ontario has until very recently been positioned as a centre of decline. However, new narratives of revitalization have emerged alongside ... -
Assessment of Current and Next Generation of Colour Vision Tests for Occupational Use
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-19)Introduction: Individuals with congenital colour vision deficiencies are at a greater risk of making an error in colour judgment. Computerized colour vision tests are now available to screen for colour vision defects and ... -
Risk Management with Basis Risk
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-19)Basis risk occurs naturally in a variety of financial and actuarial applications, and it introduces additional complexity to the risk management problems. Current literature on quantifying and managing basis risk is still ... -
Time-Resolved Wall Shear Rate Mapping using High-Frame-Rate Ultrasound
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-19)Arterial wall shear rate is known to be strongly associated with plaque formation and stroke risk. As a non-invasive, point-of-care imaging modality, ultrasound has been applied to perform wall shear rate (WSR) measurements. ... -
10-Year Changes of Food Consumption and Carbon Footprint in Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-19)What humans eat can have a significant impact on ecosystems and the climate. In order to attain the climate targets to keep global warming below 1.5 degrees Celsius, it is important to reduce consumption of carbon-intensive ... -
Phenomenological Modeling of Sheet Moulding Compound Composites Under Quasi-Static Three-Point Bending
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-19)A phenomenological model is implemented to model the behaviour of a glass fiber reinforced sheet moulding composite material. Previous characterization of SMC composites, which included the tensile, compressive, in-plane ... -
Deep Supply-Chain Engagement in Conflict Minerals
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-18)Tin, tantalum, tungsten and gold, known as the 3TG, are commonly used in electronics, and other high tech and manufactured products. Their extraction in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where human rights and civil ... -
Abiotic controls of fine sediment on the form and mobility of phosphorus in a gravel-bed river during low flow
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-18)Landscape scale disturbance in forested source water regions can accelerate the transfer of fine sediment and associated phosphorus (P) to receiving streams and degrade water quality in downstream environments for human ... -
Gazing back: A feminist postcolonial lens on tourism in the townships of South Africa
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-18)Encountering poverty in tourism is a morally fraught experience. Growing numbers of tourists are desirous of exploring off-the-beaten path adventures and this invariably leads to encounters with the Other in increasingly ... -
Polymer Based Nanocomposites as Multifunctional Structure for Space Radiation Shielding: A Study of Nanomaterial Fabrications and Evaluations
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-18)Radiation shielding in space missions is critical in order to protect astronauts and other payloads from radiation damage. Low atomic-number materials such as hydrogen are proved to be efficient in shielding ionizing ... -
Carbon nanotube field emitter array and its application to novel X-ray systems
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-15)With the emergence of ever more demanding X-ray imaging applications, including radiotherapy, radiography, computed tomography and tomosynthesis, there is a tendency to use field emission (FE) to take the place of thermionic ... -
Structured Beams as Quantum Probes
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-15)This thesis describes several projects under the common theme of generating and manipulating the spatial quantum phase structure of matter and electromagnetic waves. Experiments dealing with the following topics are ... -
DsRNA-mediated antiviral immunity in fish cells: visualization, sensors, and innate immune responses
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-15)The global aquaculture industry is a multibillion dollar business that is threatened by pathogens, including a wide array of aquatic viruses. Currently there are no antiviral treatments available to combat viral outbreaks, ... -
Numerical Simulations of Small-scale and Full-scale Fire Experiments
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-15)A fundamental part of fire safety engineering is dedicated to the application of numerical fire models. Accurate predictions of real-life fires are needed in scenarios related to fire growth, smoke propagation, occupant ... -
Understanding University Students’ Intercity Transport Mode Choice: A Case Study of the University of Waterloo Students’ Travel Behavior Between the Region of Waterloo and the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-15)The ongoing population growth is an essential driver to support the Greater Golden Horseshoe (GGH)’s long-term economic development and competitiveness, but it could also create substantial issues and challenges on the ... -
Le cap de Bonne-Espérance de 1676 à 1763 : de l'imagerie religieuse au stéréotype culturel
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-14)Nous étudions, dans notre thèse, les descriptions catholique et protestante du cap de Bonne-Espérance dans des relations de voyage écrites ou publiées en français entre 1676 et 1763. Étape maritime fondamentale pour les ... -
Runtime Restriction of the Operational Design Domain: A Safety Concept for Automated Vehicles
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-14)Automated vehicles need to operate safely in a wide range of environments and hazards. The complex systems that make up an automated vehicle must also ensure safety in the event of system failures. This thesis proposes an ... -
Climatological trends and predictions in snowfall over the Canadian snowbelts of the Laurentian Great Lakes Basin
(University of Waterloo, 2018-06-11)The leeward shores of the Laurentian Great Lakes are highly susceptible to lake-induced snowfall that is either driven by extratropical cyclones or lake effect processes. During the late autumn and winter season, cold air ...