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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Dr. Lukeman studied how individuals interact within large animal aggregates. By gathering dynamic trajectory data from large flocks of surf scoters, Dr. Lukeman was able to connect mathematical modeling with empirical observations to infer interaction rules governing the motion of individuals. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Dimitriu studied how microbes respond to the restoration of surface-mined boreal forest soil. His research highlighted that, in drastically-disturbed land, key biological components may take decades until they resemble those of natural forests. Information on microbial attributes in degraded soil will be useful for guiding future restoration strategies. | Doctor of Philosophy in Forestry (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Najafian investigated the problem of privacy management in social software systems. She proposed a theoretical framework for building privacy-management mechanisms in this domain that provide more control over information privacy and yet, are intuitive and easy to use for the average, non-technical user. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Kumar successfully examined the prospect of employing a new approach based on hydrate crystallization for the separation of carbon dioxide from a fuel gas mixture widely known as pre-combustion capture. His findings validated the applicability of gas hydrates process to separate carbon dioxide from a fuel gas mixture. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Gretes studied the x-ray crystal structures of proteins involved in bacterial antibiotic resistance. He also examined the way that two new drugs precisely interact with their protein targets. It is hoped that his work will help guide the development of new, more effective antibiotics. | Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Ghassemi studied the efficient utilization of surveillance or tracking systems. Given a network of sensors which monitor the parameters of an environment, his research shows us how to identify the most informative sensor or how to control the movement of the sensors to obtain the maximum amount of information about the environment. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Goodwill examined the processes of entering and leaving gang life among Aboriginal male ex-gang members. Based on the results of her study, she developed a categorical framework to inform mental health interventions and counselling prevention practices for use in Aboriginal communities affected by gangs. | Doctor of Philosophy in Counselling Psychology (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Tomim was able to considerably speed up the numerical simulations of large electric systems, by means of parallel computers. His contributions, in turn, may help electric utilities all over the globe improve their service quality and, ultimately, prevent blackouts. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | In this case study of an adult literacy research project, Dr Alkenbrack explores the merits and debates of the Research in Practice tradition. The study challenges assumptions about what research is and who has the right to create knowledge, and promotes adult literacy practitioners as researchers and authoritative voices at the research table. | Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Li investigated the employment of graphical models for modeling and discovering neural connectivity networks. He developed novel and effective methods to control error rates, extract network features, and handle inter-subject diversity. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. McKim investigated the genetic regulation of shedding or abscission of lateral organs in plants. She showed that the function of two genes was essential for development of the cellular anatomy necessary for abscission in leaves and flowers, greatly contributing to our understanding of a key life event in plants. | Doctor of Philosophy in Botany (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Waithman researched three topics which influence student learning in the public education system: social justice principles, school-choice policies and year-round schooling. She explored strategies which supported student learning and developed several recommendations for policy, practice and future research relevant to public education. | Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and Policy (EdD) |
| 2009 | Dr Gross investigated atmospherically relevant reactions of NO3 radicals and other important oxidants with organic substrates. She determined how fast these reactions occur and identified reaction products. Her work is important for understanding the chemistry of atmospheric aerosol properties. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Tossonian evaluated the treatment of HIV infection in injection drug users on the Downtown East side of Vancouver showing that treatment of HIV infection in this vulnerable population can be remarkably successful if implemented within a directly observed therapy program. | Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr Lisé examined the role of a specific class of motor proteins in the intracellular transport of molecules important for proper neuronal function. Her work provided a better understanding of how synaptic connections are formed during brain development, learning, and memory formation. | Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Fortney examined and critiqued power relationships between First Nations and museums, from how concepts of collaboration are understood, to the ways museums work with communities to implement projects. Her research provides insights into the perspectives of Coast Salish communities, identifying areas where relationships can be strengthened. | Doctor of Philosophy in Anthropology (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Moll investigated how emotions influenced student learning in the context of participation in physics competitions. Dr Moll employed complexity thinking to understand how evoked emotions shaped the students? personal construction of science identity, attitudes, motivations and decision making about physics. | Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum Studies (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Puterman's work examines risky sexual behaviours in men who have sex with men. His findings indicate that people's motives for having sex are important to understanding whether they engage in or avoid condom use across time. | Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Mortenson explored the impact of wheelchairs on those in residential care. His research revealed the pivotal role that wheelchairs play in their lives and uncovered facility practices that may curtail their mobility and social activity. These findings have the potential to inform practice and policy changes to improve their quality of life. | Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Sciences (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Roumina studied mechanical properties of an Aluminum-Magnisium-Scandium alloy. He developed models predicting yield strength and work hardening of the Aluminum-Magnisium-Scandium alloy during thermo-mechanical treatments. Dr. Roumina demonstrated that processing recovered microstructures containing precipitates is a novel approach to improve mechanical properties of aluminum alloys. | Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Tai studied the cholinergic modulation of three Ca2+-permable ion channels (R-type VGCCs, TRPC5 channels and NMDA receptors) in hippocampal CA1 pyramidal neurons and the potential functional roles of these modulations in both physiological and pathophysiological conditions. His finding helps to develop treatments for epilepsy and ischemia. | Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Oka developed novel techniques to prolong battery life in wireless sensor networks, by reducing the power spent on data communication. His work involved filtering and compression of sensor data via distributed algorithms, and communication based on low-power ultra-wideband impulse radio with a robust and inexpensive receiver. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Scott examined the cellular and molecular consequences of trauma to the spinal cord. Her thesis work aimed to improve recovery following spinal cord injury and to shed light on new therapeutic strategies that promote the repair of nerves and enhance the plasticity of the central nervous system. | Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Williamson piloted an international study into the molecular epidemiology of emerging infectious diseases of great socio-economic circumstance. Her efforts had a groundbreaking impact on the field of communicable parasitic diseases. Results have set a precedent for bridging the gap between diagnostic medicine and the pathogenomics of diseases of significant concern to public health. | Doctor of Philosophy in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (PhD) |
| 2009 | Dr. Kocsis developed a new method that can be used to evaluate the efficiency of large and complex underground ventilation systems. He also developed a new ventilation design concept for underground metal mines by integrating discrete-event mining process simulation with ventilation simulation. This new design concept would assist mines to reduce their energy consumption and consequently their carbon footprints. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mining Engineering (PhD) |