A doctoral citation summarizes the nature of the independent research, provides a high-level overview of the study, states the significance of the work and says who will benefit from the findings in clear, non-specialized language, so that members of a lay audience will understand it.
| Year | Citation | NID |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Dr. Ibrahim investigated the mechanisms underlying cleft lip, a common congenital condition. Her research demonstrated that disrupting RhoA signaling interferes with normal lip development. In the future, these findings will inform therapeutic strategies aimed at reducing the frequency and severity of clefting. | Doctor of Philosophy in Craniofacial Science (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Kotapalli studied the function of an epigenetic modulator in luminal muscle invasive bladder cancer. Her research provided a deeper understanding of the molecular mechanisms critical for development of luminal MIBC. The findings of the research will guide development of new therapies for bladder cancer. | Doctor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Oncology (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Ross designed a novel solution for real time collections provenance tracking in gallery, library, archive, and museum institutions using distributed ledger technologies, hardware controllers, and monitoring sensors. Positioned at the intersection of engineering and humanities, this design is currently being implemented in an industry setting. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Berjisian studied how cyclists balance time and energy during daily trips. Using GPS data, she found that road grade, sex, traffic controls, and facility types influence cyclists' choice of speed. Her research supports designing infrastructure for riders of all ages and abilities. | Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering (PhD) |
| 2025 | The ocean is crucial for food security. Recent studies suggest that beyond long-term climate change, extreme events, such as marine heatwaves, could profoundly alter the structure and functioning of marine ecosystems. Dr. Guibourd de Luzinais studied the consequences of marine heatwaves on marine communities using numerical models on a global scale | Doctor of Philosophy in Oceans and Fisheries (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr.Nyamayaro explored bioderived materials as replacements for harmful plastics in advanced applications. He chemically tailored the properties of cellulosic materials and used them to fabricate biodegradable electronics and design innovative materials with novel flow properties. His findings advance eco-friendly materials in sustainable technology | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Malone explored the use of optical imaging catheters for cancer detection and management. Her work focused on detecting the earliest ovarian cancers where they form in the fallopian tubes. She demonstrated these devices can distinguish disease from normal tissue - the first step towards developing screening tools for ovarian cancer detection. | Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Pichler investigated Mycobacterium abscessus lung infections in cystic fibrosis patients. She redefined clinical understanding by revealing phenotypic diversity in isolates and developing an infection model that predicts disease progression, laying the groundwork for personalised, outcome-driven care for chronic respiratory infections. | Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Hickey developed clinically practical methods for studying why knee replacements fail. Traditional study designs tend to be inefficient in studying this phenomenon. He developed new data analysis and medical imaging techniques which show a plausible pathway for the study of how implant placement effects the long-term survival of knee implants. | Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Hendy developed computational frameworks to design novel materials for green energy applications. His work advances the optimization of material properties for radiation resistance and catalytic performance, contributing to the development of next-generation materials that support sustainable energy solutions and environmental resilience. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Kirmizibayrak developed and applied novel timing methodologies for astronomy to probe astrophysical objects through their timing variability and time lags. She examined black holes, neutron stars and supernova remnants through novel approaches in timing, spectral and polarimetry analyses. | Doctor of Philosophy in Physics (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Indran developed a yeast-based platform using genetic interaction to measure functional effects of human gene variants and mutations. Applying this to TP53, a key cancer gene, revealed how specific mutations alter its activity. This work supports improved classification of uncertain variants in cancer diagnostics. | Doctor of Philosophy in Genome Science and Technology (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Yang examined the reliability of integrating machine learning with current rock mass characterization and classification methods. By identifying methodological challenges and developing a guideline for reliable machine learning modelling, her research provides key insights for rock engineers seeking to optimize geotechnical design practices. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mining Engineering (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Bawafaa explored women’s experiences and perception of access to reproductive healthcare in rural Ghana. The study demonstrated that treating women as mere recipients of foreign knowledge is patronizing and overlooks existing knowledge systems that can be reconciled with best practices for desired outcomes. Findings call upon nurse leaders to restructure reproductive healthcare in rural Ghana. | Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Panahi investigated the molecular drivers of high-risk multiple myeloma, a challenging and currently incurable blood cancer. She developed a novel risk classification approach to better identify aggressive cases and support the development of more effective targeted therapies. | Doctor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Oncology (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Gowton examined extrafloral nectar, or EFN, production in Faba bean to understand how biotic factors, like rhizobia and herbivory, and abiotic factors, such as elevated CO2, nitrogen, and silicon, affect plant defenses. She found EFN production relied more on biotic interactions rather than abiotic interactions, highlighting its context-dependent role | Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Science (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Manoff explored how the experience of error in language learning can transform students’ subjectivity, since it discloses a tension between the requirement for students to learn the conventions of the new language and their need to challenge those very norms to express themselves linguistically. As such, it demands unique ethical attention. | Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Lee’s research revealed that pregnancy history has opposing effects on various biomarkers of brain health depending on genetic risk for late-onset sporadic Alzheimer’s disease. Her work advances our understanding of women’s health and underscores the importance of considering within-sex factors in research. | Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Xie's studies focused on exploring the role of microRNAs in human placental development and differentiation. She discovered the connection between growth factors and specific microRNAs in placental development and their potential role in related diseases. Her findings may contribute to the clinical applications for placenta-related diseases. | |
| 2025 | Dr. Hosseini conducted an assessment of seismic force modification factors for conventional construction reinforced concrete shear wall structures in Canada using the performance-based unified procedure. | Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering (PhD) |
| 2025 | The energy transition will likely require increased mining of critical metals. Dr. Vanderzee's research can be used to help certain critical metal mines offset their greenhouse gas emissions by using their waste products for CO2 sequestration. The research can also be used to improve mine efficiency by leveraging detailed geological knowledge. | Doctor of Philosophy in Geological Sciences (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Squier conducted pioneering research on tendon health, focusing on hypercholesterolemia, hormonal influences, and mechanical loading. His work revealed novel insights into tendon function, adaptation, and injury mechanisms, providing a foundation for innovative research and clinical applications. | Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Sciences (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Wang’s research focuses on deploying AI on robots by integrating physics into model learning. By leveraging Gaussian processes to incorporate prior knowledge from physics and machine learning, Dr. Wang demonstrates how AI agents can incorporate multiple data modalities and physics-based priors for more adaptable and intelligent systems. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Holme discovered the regulatory mechanisms of the ABHD17 proteins that remove a fat group from important protein messengers, providing a promising therapeutic target for leukemia and melanoma cancers. This work enables the creation of targeted anti-cancer therapeutics, and provides a framework to understand related, uncharacterized proteins. | Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Genetics (PhD) |
| 2025 | Dr. Ricca studied how racial and ethnic diversity impacts public finances and political representation in U.S. cities. His research highlights how racial disparities persist in governance and markets, with important implications for the political representation of Minorities and the provision of local public goods. | Doctor of Philosophy in Economics (PhD) |