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Aspects of Corneal Fluorescein Staining
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-25)PURPOSE Evaluating the cornea for epithelial fluorescein staining is a key element of the ocular examination of contact lens wearers and people with dry eye disease. It has long been viewed as a method of visualizing a ... -
Probabilistic Adaptation and Voluntary Attention
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-25)The following experiments considered the general phenomenon of behavioural adaptation in response to statistical regularities—which we refer to as probability learning (PL). In particular, these experiments focused on ... -
Validating a Global Measure of Severity in Children with Chronic Conditions
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-25)Background: Approximately 20% of children live with a chronic physical condition, such as asthma, epilepsy, or diabetes. These conditions place considerable burden on children, their families, clinicians, and the health ... -
Design of Efficient Cobalt-based Bi-functional Catalysts for Zinc-Air Batteries
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-24)Due to its high theoretical specific energy and low-cost, rechargeable zinc-air batteries have attracted tremendous attention as a promising next-generation energy conversion system. However, there are some challenges that ... -
Electrolyte Design and Engineering for Electrochemical Energy System
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-24)Electrochemical energy conversion and storage technology is considered as a promising replacement of fossil fuels to directly convert the chemical energy to electrical energy through electrochemical reactions, which has ... -
Probing Ising Superconductivity and Light-Induced Phase Transitions in Two-Dimensional Transition Metal Dichalcogenides
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)2H-NbSe2 is a superconducting transition metal dichalcogenide that retains its superconductivity in its two-dimensional (2D) form. Owing to strong spin orbit coupling, 2D 2H-NbSe2 demonstrates unconventional superconductivity ... -
Fabrication of Silicon In-plane and Out-ofplane Microneedle Arrays for Transdermal Biological Fluid Extraction
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)This thesis presents research in the field of microelectromechanical systems and specifically in the area of microneedle-based transdermal skin fluid extraction and drug delivery. The objective of this thesis is to ... -
Overcoming synthesizer phase noise in quantum sensing
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)Synthesizers are widely used in various quantum information platforms as microwave or radio frequency signal sources. The synthesizer phase noise plays a sensitive role in detecting spin dynamics which is similar to the ... -
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 ... -
Hub Location Problems with Profit Considerations
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)This thesis studies profit maximizing hub location problems. These problems seek to find the optimal number and locations of hubs, allocations of demand nodes to these hubs, and routes of flows through the network to serve ... -
Real-Time Implementation of Time-Varying Surface Prediction and Projection
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)Spatial augmented reality makes use of projectors to transform an object into a display surface. However, for time-varying, non-rigid surfaces this can prove to be difficult, and often leads to image distortion. In order ... -
RuSTL: Runtime Verification using Signal Temporal Logic
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)A system is classified to be a safety-critical system if its failure and/or malfunction of these devices may result in severe injuries or in extreme cases loss of human life. Such systems are all around us, examples of ... -
Development of Concussion Evaluation Tools Using Life-Like Virtual Reality Environments
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)Concussions are a common type of traumatic brain injury that can have severe consequences and are often induced by sports injuries. Once concussed, patients are more likely to sustain a second concussion, as they could be ... -
Investigation of Parameters Effecting Concrete Core Performance for Quality Control and Assurance
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)The ever-evolving concrete construction industry has required stronger concrete, faster turnarounds, and better durability. To achieve this, the concrete mixtures have changed drastically, including a large amount of ... -
Online Monitoring Framework for Pressure Transient Detection in Water Distribution Networks
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)Access to potable drinking water is a necessity and basic human right. Most North Americans obtain treated water through water distribution networks, an essential part of municipal infrastructure that is subject to decay ... -
A Comparison of Movement-Related Cortical Potentials and Their Application in Brain-Computer Interfaces for Autism Spectrum Disorder
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)Brain-computer interfaces have the potential to improve the lives of many populations who benefit from neurofeedback. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a condition experienced by many and its deficits are potentially improved ... -
Are plant traits a practical indicator for monitoring ecological restoration projects?
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)In order to restore ecosystems, we must have reliable monitoring indicators to identify the success of ecological restoration, and make effective management decisions. Indicators must be simple and inexpensive to measure ... -
The Effects of Dietary DHA During Development on Maternal Tissue and Spatial Memory in Female and Male Pups During Adolescence
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-23)Sex differences in plasma docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) status during adulthood have been documented previously, and recent studies suggest the effects of DHA supplementation on human cognition are different in females compared ... -
Design, fabrication and characterization of ferroelectret energy harvester
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-22)Energy harvesters gained significant interest over the last decade with the reduce in power requirements of today’s electrical devices and with the fast developments in low-power electronics. Limited battery life is one ... -
Health warnings, cannabis marketing and perceptions among youth and young adults in Canada.
(University of Waterloo, 2019-04-22)Background An increasing number of jurisdictions are legalizing nonmedical cannabis, including Canada in October 2018. One of the primary goals under the Cannabis Act is to adequately inform Canadians about nonmedical ...