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Characterizing water-metal interfaces and machine learning potential energy surfaces
(2017-08-01)In this thesis, we first discuss the fundamentals of ab initio electronic structure theory and density functional theory (DFT). We also discuss statistics related to computing thermodynamic averages of molecular dynamics ... -
Children’s perceptions of mindfulness apps for enhanced learning
(2021-03-01)Mindfulness, a practice that focuses on controlling breathing and the flight or fight response, has been used in schools to support students. This study explored student and teacher perceptions of a mindfulness app, Smiling ... -
Chronic effects of single intra-peritoneal injection of endosulfan on rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) and field observations of caged rainbow in Oshawa Creek
(2009-08-01)The organochlorine pesticide endosulfan has been shown to be highly toxic to fish and there is some evidence to support that it may act as an endocrine disrupting chemical. Juvenile rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) were ... -
Chronic toxicity of phthalates, biphenol and a Canadian bottled water stored under different light regimes using the Cnidarian Hydra Viridissima©
(2009-08-01)There is general concern whether human exposure to selected Canadian bottled waters and the chemicals which may leach from them, could potentially cause deleterious effects. This research was designed to determine whether ... -
Claims-aware middleware for securing IoT services
(2016-04-01)Take a look at the world around us. There has been tremendous change in the way of living. With the world around us getting smart, Internet of Things is gaining ground in our life. Applications like smart home and eHealth ... -
Climbing the corporate ladder: desired skills and successful psychopaths
(2018-04-01)Many of the characteristics embodied by successful psychopaths, such as superficial charm, cool decisiveness, and a grandiose self-worth, are often treated synonymously with corporate leadership qualities. Consequently, ... -
Cloning and characterization of AdeMNO RND efflux pump of Acinetobacter baumannii
(2010-11-01)Acinetobacter baumannii is an opportunistic pathogen which has been implicated in a variety of nosocomial infections among immunocompromised patients worldwide. Recently, Multi-drug resistant (MDR) isolates of A. baumannii ... -
Cluster techniques and prediction models for a digital media learning environment
(2012-08-01)The present work applies well-known data mining techniques in a digital learning media environment in order to identify groups of students based on their pro le. We generate identi able clusters where some interesting ... -
Cluster-based target tracking in vehicular ad hoc networks
(2015-01-01)Recently Vehicular Ad-hoc Networks (VANETs) have drawn the attention of academic and industry researchers due to their potential applications in enabling Intelligent Transportation System (ITS), including safe driving, ... -
Clustering analysis of lock contention fault types using run-time performance metrics for java intrinsic locks
(2022-02-01)Locks are essential in java-based multi-threaded applications as this mechanism provides a proper solution to synchronizing shared resources. However, improper management of locks and threads can lead to contention; as a ... -
Co-designing instruction in virtual learning environments using AI
(2023-12-01)The literature was explored to determine how artificial intelligence (AI) systems and algorithms are currently being used in the co-design of learning within virtual learning environments. Through the analysis of literature, ... -
Codebook design for distributed relay beamforming system
(2012-04-01)In FDD amplify-and-forward distributed relay network, codebook techniques are utilized to feedback quantized CSI with limited cost. First, this thesis focuses on the phaseonly codebook and with-power-control codebook design ... -
Coded aperture imaging application in one-sided imaging of visually obscured objects
(2011-05-17)The physical properties of visible light and its interaction with matter create obstructions the human eye cannot explore. High energy radiation has been used as an alternative to visible light to penetrate these concealed ... -
Coded caching for cache-aided communication and computing with nonuniform demands
(2021-10-01)In this dissertation, we consider the caching system of multiple cache-enabled users with nonuniform demands. We thoroughly characterize the structure of the optimal cache placement of the coded caching scheme (CCS).We ... -
Cognitive function during exertional heat stress assessed using traditional and serious game technology
(2016-06-01)Firefighting is a physically demanding occupation requiring intermittent bouts of work resulting in increased levels of cardiovascular and thermal strain, while making decisions requiring higher order cognitive abilities ... -
A coherent point drift algorithm for breast image registration via surface markers
(2017-03-01)Breast Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a reliable imaging tool for localization and evaluation of lesions prior to breast conserving surgery (BCS). MR images typically will be used to determine the size and location ... -
Collision detection in smart-cities by using co-simulation
(2022-11-01)Road traffic has become prominent in everyday living, impacting or disrupting services to people and daily routines. With the rise in automobile manufacturing and the frequency of vehicle crashes, human catastrophes, like ... -
Colour mismatch in compounding of plastics: processing issues and rheological effects
(2015-01-01)Demand for plastic products is continuously growing with population increase and higher living standards. Imparting colours to plastics is a combination of art and science and plays a key role in production of attractive ... -
Combustion and emission characteristics of ammonia blended fuels in a spark-ignited engine
(2020-06-01)Climate change and fossil fuel depletion has brought attention to the need for alternative fuels. Ammonia shows great potential as an alternative fuel because it is carbon-free and can be produced renewably. In this study ... -
Communication protocols, queuing and scheduling delay analysis in CANDU SCWR hydrogen co-generation model
(2011-08-01)Industrial dynamical, Networked Control Systems (NCSs) are controlled over a communication network. We study a continuous-time CANada Deuterium Uranium-Super Critical Water Reactor (CANDU-SCWR) hydrogen plant and a discrete-time ...