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Tax-Planning vs. Coordination: The Dual Role of Internal Capital Allocation
(University of Waterloo, 2020-12-03)In this thesis, I examine how a multinational corporation (MNC) allocates capital among its international subsidiaries. This capital allocation has both a managerial and tax-planning objective. On the managerial side, it ... -
Quantum Methodologies for the simulation of molecular hydrogen: from dimers to linear chains
(University of Waterloo, 2020-12-03)Hydrogen has long been considered an ideal model system for a variety of molecular configurations, given its chemical simplicity and ubiquitous nature in the world. However, the weak van der Waals forces that exist between ... -
Exploring the Structures and Properties of Cationic Aromatic Clusters
(University of Waterloo, 2020-12-02)In this thesis, the structures and properties of protonated aromatic clusters have been investigated. The aromaticity of the phenyl ring can be influenced by the substituents. Electron withdrawing groups (EWGs) can reduce ... -
Dynamic effects of harnessing cables on distributed parameter systems for space applications: Analytical modeling and experimental validation
(University of Waterloo, 2020-12-02)Power and data signal cables constitute a major component of lightweight spacecraft and satellite structures. These cables can account for up to as high as 30% of the structural mass and hence significantly impact the ... -
Growth of rainbow darter (Etheostoma caeruleum) in the Grand River watershed
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-27)Assessment of growth is an important tool in fisheries assessment and management and provides valuable insight into biological responses to stressors in biomonitoring programs. A small-bodied fish species, rainbow darter ... -
Turbulence in stably stratified boundary layers
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-26)In this thesis, turbulence dynamics for a stably stratified boundary layer is studied. The processes by which stable boundary layers are formed through strong surface cooling imposed on neutrally stratified wall-bounded ... -
Sparse Automatic Sets
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-26)The theory of automatic sets and sequences arises naturally in many different areas of mathematics, notably in the study of algebraic power series in positive characteristic, due to work of Christol, and in Derksen's ... -
Microgrid Enabling Towards the Implementation of Active Distribution Systems: Planning, Operation, and Energy Trading
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-25)Recent years have perceived a substantial surge in interest in green technologies due to the growing awareness about the environmental concerns and the technologies’ development, which have resulted in considerable utilization ... -
The Post-Secondary Decision-Making Process for At-Risk Students in Ontario
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-23)An important body of research examines the role of student decision-making on stratification and post-secondary transitions. In an era of expanded options, students often have to draw on personal, family and institutional ... -
Viewport- and World-based Personal Device Point-Select Interactions in the Augmented Reality
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-20)Personal smart devices have demonstrated a variety of efficient techniques for pointing and selecting on physical displays. However, when migrating these input techniques to augmented reality, it is both unclear what the ... -
Control of Voltage Source Converter Based Multi Terminal DC and Hybrid AC/DC Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-20)The journey of power systems started with the development of the dc technology pioneered by Thomas Edison in the late 19th century. Meanwhile, Nicola Tesla led the investigation of ac technology, which soon surmounted the ... -
Improving Object Detection with MatrixNets
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-20)Object detection is a popular task in computer vision with various applications, from pedestrian detection to face detection. Following the success of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), many CNN based object detectors ... -
Choosing what to read out loud while studying: The role of agency in production
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-20)Both the acts of reading aloud (the production effect) and of making a choice are known to be beneficial for memory, however these benefits are yet to be established outside of typical laboratory settings. In this dissertation, ... -
Arborescent Core–Shell–Corona Copolymers by Self-Assembly as Templates for the Preparation of Metallic Nanoparticles
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-19)The preparation of metallic nanoparticles has been a rapidly growing field of research in recent years, because of the unique physical properties and applications of these materials. The development of applications for ... -
Exploring Within and Between Subject Differences of the Role of Cervical Proprioception in the Postural and Spatial Orientation Perception of Young Healthy Adults
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-18)A proportion of physiotherapy patients with neck pain, either from idiopathic or traumatic causes, will report symptoms of dizziness and postural imbalance in the absence of additional pathology. The term cervicogenic ... -
The Downside of Building Up: An Exploration into the Psychological and Physiological Impacts of Exposure to High-Rise Buildings
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-17)Cities are densifying at a rapid rate and, accordingly, are constructing high-rise buildings to accommodate more people. The aim of this dissertation was to quantify the physiological and psychological impacts of being in ... -
Fisher Behaviour and its Implications for the Governability of the Inshore Fisheries in Atlantic Canada
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-17)The purpose of this dissertation is to advance a comprehensive understanding of fisher behaviour (i.e., current and former boat owners and crew who harvest multiple species) to strengthen the governability of the inshore ... -
Best response dynamics improve sustainability and equity outcomes in common-pool resources problems, compared to imitation dynamics
(Journal of Theoretical Biology, 2021-01-21)Shared resource extraction among profit-seeking individuals involves a tension between individual benefit and the collective well-being represented by the persistence of the resource. Many game theoretic models explore ... -
Detached Accessory Dwelling Units – Who benefits and who pays?
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-12)Cities across North America are facing unprecedented challenges related to housing affordability, climate resilience and economic sustainability. In many cities, infill housing policies are being adopted in response to ... -
Machine Learning for Software Dependability
(University of Waterloo, 2020-11-10)Dependability is an important quality of modern software but is challenging to achieve. Many software dependability techniques have been proposed to help developers improve software reliability and dependability such as ...