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The disciplines within the Faculty of Applied Science are celebrated for the scope, strength and impact of their research activities. Our Faculty claims the spotlight in the global arena for our research in clean energy, communication and digital technologies, health and health technology among many others. We offer disciplinary-specific research based graduate programs as well as a range of professional graduate programs and pride ourselves on our ability to open doors of opportunity to students beyond their time within our Faculty.
This is an incomplete sample of recent publications in chronological order by UBC faculty members with a primary appointment in the Faculty of Applied Science.
| Year | Citation | Program |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Dr. Liang investigated several beamforming schemes for Multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) and relaying wireless communication systems. His proposed schemes may find application in several current or upcoming wireless communication standards. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr. Sahami developed a methodology to quantitatively analyze driving behavior and learning patterns in a simulator. A model was developed based on the learning curve concept. This model showed how individuals learn to drive and how the validity of future experimental research in any driving simulator can be improved. | Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr. Blanco developed approaches to improve the performance and durability of hydrogen fuel cells. This clean energy system has the potential to produce energy without negatively affecting the environment. These systems need further improvement to be commercialized, but the findings can help the fuel cell industry to achieve improved performance. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr. Jayant studied the influence of crystallographic texture, temperature, stress state and precipitates on the deformation behaviour of magnesium alloy. He found that there is a substantial difference between the nature of twinning, slip system activity, work hardening characteristics and texture development as a function of deformation temperature. This research may significantly improve the mechanical behaviour of magnesium alloy. | Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr. Stavness developed a state-of-the-art 3D computer model of human jaw and tongue biomechanics. He used the model to investigate the coordination of muscles during chewing and speaking movements. He also analyzed jaw surgery and rehabilitation to illustrate how computer models can be applied in medicine. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr Rashidi developed inexpensive miniature sensors that travel through pulping digesters and monitor the process within them. He also developed a new coating system to protect the sensors against the harsh environment of the digesters. These sensors help papermakers from around the world design and optimize pulping digesters. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr. Yavari studied the seismic behaviour of structural elements of existing reinforced concrete buildings by conducting several large-scale experiments on an earthquake simulator. He provided a better understanding of the interaction of structural members of concrete buildings subjected to earthquakes and proposed a number of refinements to current seismic rehabilitation guidelines. | Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr. Bansal's research will improve the efficiency of scarce radio spectrum by utilizing the available spectrum in an opportunistic manner. He developed mathematical algorithms that allocate resources in an intelligent manner such that transmission data rate is maximized while keeping the harmful interference below a specified threshold. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr. Pougatch developed mathematical models and computer codes to simulate complex multiphase flows. He applied these models to a bitumen upgrading process to better understand liquid distribution in the reactor and jet-particle interactions, and to optimize the design of nozzle injectors with gas assisted atomization. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2011 | Dr. Ali studied the nighttime awakening of premature infants. Emotionally anxious mothers who were overly involved in settling their infants to sleep faced frequent awakenings of relatively long duration. The situation provoked greater parental involvement in resettling for sleep. Parents need guidance in modulating their behavior to facilitate the regulation of their infants' sleep. | Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) |