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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Dr. Alyabyshev studied the effects of electromagnetic fields on the dynamics of atoms and molecules at low temperatures, and suggested a new method for detection of electromagnetic fields. This research can benefit different areas of science and technology, ranging from fundamental physical measurements to medical imaging and detection of explosive materials. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Bendix identified the factors that encourage majority-party leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives to seize control of bill development and, as a result, prevent the minority party from participating in deliberations. He also examined the policy consequences of this one-party control and demonstrated that it tends to produce substantively problematic legislation. | Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Gray discovered that, during stressful experiences, a neurotransmitter in the brain called vasopressin assists by restricting the release of stress hormones. This suggests that vasopressin is an important regulator of stress, and that low levels of vasopressin may be a factor in mental illnesses like depression, particularly in senior citizens and women. | Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Leung investigated the effectiveness of hormonal emergency contraceptives in a large cohort of women who received these medications under real usage conditions. Her research findings will help women and health providers make more informed clinical decisions about using these medications as a method of family planning. | Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Haggan demonstrated a broad-based demand for the immeasurable values of love, cherishing and protecting, in our relationship with the sea. A concept of the secular sacred can ensure that basic human values of gratitude, generosity and renewal are as well-represented as science and economics in dialogue about farmed salmon and the Enbridge pipeline. | Doctor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Studies (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Ruby investigated the reasons why people either consume or avoid eating meat, taking into account various environmental and internal factors. Drawing on participants form diverse cultures, his inquiry focussed on the role of emotion, social influence, perceived animal quality and moral intuitions. His conclusions will contribute to research in the field of Psychology. | Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Holtham developed geophysical methods to image the sub-surface of the earth. Measurements due to electomagnetic sources from lightning and solar events, were modelled to understand the physical properties of the earth. The research results can be used for resource exploration and environmental applications. | Doctor of Philosophy in Geophysics (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Johnstone studied turn-of-the-20th century adventure texts that portray western Canada as the last North American frontier. She argues that Canadian and American feminist, adventure writers of the time use metaphors of physical movement in western Canada, to debate ideas of cultural identity, and to broaden women's horizons on both sides of the border. | Doctor of Philosophy in English (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Stock examined the outcomes of pre-school children with autism in two Early Behavioural Intervention programs in BC and Nova Scotia. Both programs used strategies to reinforce the children's motivation to communicate, but one was group-based while the other was conducted on a one-to-one basis. Both appear to be feasible options that are clinically effective and help the children. | Doctor of Philosophy in Special Education (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Peyton examined a series of resource development conflicts in the Stikine watershed in northwest BC, a region that is currently the site of intense mining exploration and controversy over energy projects. He situated the current conflicts against the legacies of previous megaprojects -- both failed and realized -- to understand their social and environmental side effects, as well as their legacies for future development. | Doctor of Philosophy in Geography (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Hadfield used the philosophical lens of Hans George Gadamer to reinvigorate the notion of praxis in nursing curricula. Working through narratives of her teaching practice, Dr. Hadfield points to the centrality of dialogue to praxis, which Gadamer viewed as acting morally in response to particular situations while drawing on general frameworks. | Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy (EdD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Beare investigated ways to foster positive youth development through a combined theatre education and social and emotional learning program. He examined the developmental stages of secondary theatre students who co-created plays based on the topic of safe and caring schools. His findings will enrich existing literature on this important issue. | Doctor of Philosophy in Language and Literacy Education (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Aknin studied how everyday spending choices can influence a spender's happiness and well-being. Her research demonstrated that spending money on others leads to higher levels of happiness than spending money on oneself, as well as when these emotional benefits are most likely to occur. Her research helps illuminate that the complex relationship between wealth and well-being. | Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Huang studied game theory and its various applications in wireless communication networks. She proposed several approaches which help to improve system performances. The main contribution of her work is to demonstrate how artificial intelligence and cognitive technology can be applied in modern wireless communication systems. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Diotte's research explored connections between labour narratives and discourses of power, gender, patriarchy, tourism, and history in the literature of British Columbia. His research expands our knowledge of literature written about British Columbia and demonstrates how stories of labour connect to larger social and economic concerns. | Doctor of Philosophy in English (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Kasian used large radio telescopes to study the properties of two binary pulsar systems. She used timing models to measure the orbital parameters of these systems and constrain the pulsar and companion masses, allowing her to probe their evolutionary histories and to verify the self-consistency of general relativity. | Doctor of Philosophy in Astronomy (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Doutre developed methods for correcting common problems that occur when capturing and displaying 3D videos. His contributions improve the picture quality of 3D videos viewed on displays such as home 3D-TV's and 3D projectors in theaters. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Velapatino examined the proteins of persistent bacteria from patients with the tropical disease, melioidosis, and the interaction of two related species of bacteria, with immune cells. His research explored bacterial persistence in chronic diseases and contributes to understanding mechanisms of evasion of people's immune defenses by these bacteria. | Doctor of Philosophy in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Zeeb developed a rodent behavioural task, called the Rat Gambling Task. This test provides insight into how the brain contributes to decision making processes. Her findings improve our understanding of decision-making deficits present in patients with psychiatric disorders. The Rat Gambling Task has now been adopted by other research groups. | Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Lehman's integrative analysis of large-scale genomic data has identified androgen and anti-androgen regulated RNAs expressed in prostate cancer cells. The expression of the previously overlooked RNAs may be involved in the failure of androgen deprivation therapy and ultimately the death of prostate cancer patients. | Doctor of Philosophy in Experimental Medicine (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Oabel examined the restructuring of the sugar industry and its effects on workers in a labour market in the central Philippines. Although economic change has intensified existing social inequalities, he found it also afforded workers the opportunity to both sustain and improve their lives through new livelihood strategies. | Doctor of Philosophy in Geography (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Banack explored the influence of religion upon Alberta's political development. This study demonstrated an important link between an individualistic and democratic version of Christian-based thought, initially espoused by formative political leaders, and the populist and anti-statist sentiments that set Alberta apart from other provinces. | Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Donnelly explored the influence of oral health, body image, and social interactions of elders living in care facilities. Her findings expanded our understanding of how personal and environmental factors influence the social impact of oral conditions. | Doctor of Philosophy in Craniofacial Science (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Ming-Lum investigated how the anti-inflammatory protein, Interleukin-10, inhibits the activity of immune cells. His research led to the development of a novel class of therapeutics, potentially applicable for treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune disorders, such as sepsis and inflammatory bowel disease. | Doctor of Philosophy in Experimental Medicine (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Alshwawreh studied the way in which copper conductivity changes during the fabrication of electronic devices such as computers and cell phones. He developed a model that shows the effect of temperature on the rate of conductivity change. This model can assist microelectronic companies to produce devices that operate at a faster speed. | Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering (PhD) |