Electronic Theses and Dissertations from 2009: Recent submissions
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Gendered experiences in the gym
(2017)Since the 1970s, women’s memberships in gyms have been on the rise, and co-ed gyms have become increasingly popular. However, much of the existing research on co-ed gyms suggests that traditional gender divisions – who ... -
The consumed university: probing neoliberalism in higher educaton
(2018)This study probes the influence of neoliberal ideas and ideology in Canadian higher education. In order to examine such an influence, this study subjected the texts and artifacts from 14 Canadian university recruitment ... -
Opportunities for character development in multi-cultural settings
(2018)This dissertation explores character development opportunities in for first-generation Nepali immigrant students, as exemplified in Ontario public school classrooms. The theoretical framework for this dissertation is derived ... -
New demodulation techniques for gearbox bearing fault detection
(2018)Nowadays, modern rotating machinery industries such as automotive, aerospace, turbo machinery, chemical plants, and power generation stations are rapidly increasing in complexity and in their everyday operations, which ... -
The role of self-reflective practices in an 'Aboriginal Education' course in teacher education
(2018)This study explores teacher candidates’ and course instructors’ experiences and perspectives of a mandatory Aboriginal Education course at Lakehead University’s teacher education program. The study utilizes a mixed methods ... -
The mineralogy and petrology of layered series nepheline syenite within Center II of the Coldwell Complex
(2018)The Coldwell Complex is situated within the Archean Schreiber-White River metavolcanic and metasediment of the Superior Province. Spanning over 25km in diameter, it is the largest alkaline intrusion in North America. The ... -
Understanding the fertility desires and intentions among HIV-positive men living in Ontario: survey instrument development and validation
(2017)Fathers living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of their families and children. However, women living with HIV have received disproportionally more attention in ... -
Patterns and mechanisms of tree species diversity effects on fine root processes associated with stand development in boreal forests
(2018)Over the last two decades, one major advance in ecology has been the demonstration that biodiversity has positive effects on a broad range of ecosystem functions. However, diversity-ecosystem functioning studies for ... -
Towards system identification using single channel measurement in wireless sensing network
(2018)In the last few years, structural health monitoring has gained signifcant popularity to perform real-time condition assessment of civil structures. With the aid of mobile sensing network, movable wireless sensors have ... -
Patterns and mechanisms of understorey vegetation associated with stand development in boreal forests
(2018)The understorey vegetation comprises the greatest plant diversity and contributes substantially to ecosystem functioning and services in boreal forests. Although many studies have examined patterns of understorey species ... -
Thermophilic anaerobic membrane bioreactor for pulp and paper sludge treatment
(2018)Pulp and paper mills generate a significant amount of organic waste (primary and secondary sludge) that requires treatment and disposal. Currently, pulp and paper sludge (PPS) is either dried for incineration or used for ... -
The effect of facial protection, impact location, and neckform stiffness on peak linear acceleration, risk of injury, and energy loading measures of horizontal impacts on a hockey helmet
(2018)Helmets were originally designed and implemented to protect players from skull fractures and traumatic brain injuries by minimizing linear impact accelerations. The sport of hockey, however, has evolved, and now includes ... -
The economic feasibility of replacing diesel with renewable energy resources in remote First Nation communities in Northern Ontario
(2017)Ontario has many First Nation communities in the remote northern region that use diesel fuel to generate part or the whole of their energy requirements. There is a huge financial and environmental cost associated with ... -
Bioenergetic evaluation of a whole-lake nanosilver addition on Yellow Perch (Perca flavescens)
(2018)Nanosilver (nAg) is an antibacterial and antimicrobial agent. Its wide use in hundreds of commercial products and industrial applications suggests a high potential for release into the environment. Previous research indicates ... -
Lignin-based flocculant and dispersant for wastewater treatment
(2018)The wastewaters produced from different industries contain fine and charged suspended particles and other impurities. Today, the removal of these colloidal particles from the wastewater has become a serious challenge for ... -
First Nation observations and perspectives on the changing climate in Ontario's Northern Boreal: forming bridges across the disappearing "Blue-Ice" (Kah-Oh-Shah-Whah-Skoh Siig Mii-Koom)
(2017)Forests can have significant potential to mitigate climate change. Conversely, climatic changes have significant potential to alter forest environments. Forest management options may well mitigate climate change. However, ... -
Carbon storage dynamics and tree growth response to species diversity in boreal forests
(2018)The boreal forest plays a critical role in regulating the global carbon (C) cycle. Both wildfire and harvesting affect ecosystem C. However, the long-term recovery of forest C storage with a diverse range of overstory ... -
Towards identification of progressive damage in structures under non-stationary excitation
(2018)Monitoring and retrofitting of large-scale infrastructure is of paramount importance specifically when they are subjected to natural hazards like strong wind, severe earthquakes or man-made excitation. Once the rich ... -
Efficacy of bacteria and caffeine as indicators of anthropogenic waste in freshwater systems
(2018)With urban sprawl and intensified agriculture, nutrient loading of waterways has become a pressing issue across southern Ontario. Domestic wastes are more likely than other wastewater sources to be associated with the ... -
NOx reduction of biodiesel operated diesel engine using different techniques: (EGR, steam injection and emulsification)
(2018)The increase in world population has led to the growth in energy demand. The primary sources of this energy come from the combustion of conventional fuels, which are contributing to polluting the environment. Biodiesel ...