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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Dr. Delfel investigated the hydrodynamics of pressure screen rotors. Pressure screens are used to remove contaminants from a pulp stream, a process particularly important in recycling. A new, high performance rotor was designed which yielded a 40% reduction in power consumption. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Eskandari developed new algorithms for imaging the viscoelastic properties of soft tissue. He subsequently tested these methods on tissue-like materials, while they can be applied in the form of a novel imaging modality for diagnostic purposes such as tumor detection or computer assisted surgery. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Lam developed an algorithm for microwave imaging. Microwave imaging is a field in which electromagnetic waves are used to probe the interior of objects. It is similar to CT scans, MRI scans and ultrasound. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Esfandiari developed a method to more effectively evaluate the shear strength of concrete bridge girders that is already being used by the engineering profession. In addition, his research established a new method to predict the flexure-shear interaction of squat concrete shear walls that has led to a change in the Canadian building code. | Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr Vogt created a software framework for modeling the human upper airway to enable models of speaking, breathing and swallowing. He created an interactive 3-D finite-element tongue model to study dynamics for speech tasks. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Li did extensive numerical modeling of secondary feed injection into different gas-solid systems encountered in industrial processes, to achieve a better understanding of gas/spray jet interaction with fluidized beds. His research provides a good tool for optimization of fluidized bed processes. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Michalak explored ways to improve numerical simulations in aerodynamics. He developed techniques to improve the physical fidelity and computational efficiency of simulations of flow around aircraft. This work is an important step towards more accurate prediction of aircraft aerodynamics and more cost-effective aircraft design. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Cheng developed a colloidal electrodeposition method to prepare platinum-ruthenium and palladium nanostructures onto 3D substrates. He examined the benefits of employing 3D electrodes compared to conventional designs in direct liquid fuel cells. This research highlights the importance of electrode design and assists in reducing fuel cell costs. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Combining laboratory, field and numerical investigations, Dr Tedford advanced our understanding of mixing in the aquatic environment in several ways. He discovered the presence of Holmboe instabilities in the Fraser Estuary and demonstrated the likely widespread importance of these instabilities in nature. | Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Mukherjee systematically simulated potential hot-rolling routes for producing advanced fine grained multi-phase steels. The mechanisms of the grain refinement were studied through phase field modelling. These advanced steels have higher strength and can significantly reduce the weight of the car. | Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering (PhD) |