Lakehead University Knowledge Commons: Recent submissions
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A spirit-led journey to relational accountability - a visiting approach to understanding interconnections between substance use, healing pathways, and mino-bimaadiziwin: conversations with Anishinabek
(2025)This knowledge sharing process is a complexity of interconnection. To summarize these relational findings into an abstract is virtually impossible. However, I will summarize that findings of this relational-based research ... -
Flow control of low-reynolds number airfoils using morphing surface
(2025)This thesis investigates the application of traveling wave surface morphing as an advanced active flow control method to enhance the aerodynamic performance of airfoils operating at low Reynolds numbers of 1000 and 20,000. ... -
Computational investigations of integrated Vortex-Odor dynamics in the wake of fish for underwater sensing
(2025)This research investigates the interplay between vortex dynamics and odor transport in undulatory swimming using high-fidelity computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. Building upon initial two-dimensional (2D) ... -
GraphSAGE-based approach for age-specific multi-omics biomarker identification in bladder cancer
(2025)Bladder cancer is a highly prevalent malignancy with substantial morbidity and mor- tality, emphasizing the urgent need for early detection and personalized treatment strategies. Although recent advances in cancer genomics ... -
Demethylation of sulfobutylated kraft lignin and its application as phenol-formaldehyde adhesives
(2025)The shift toward sustainable and eco-friendly adhesives has led to increased research into renewable alternatives for petroleum-derived components in phenol-formaldehyde (PF) resins. Lignin, a natural phenolic polymer, ... -
The radial wrist as a morphological and functional unit in extant African apes and humans
(2025)Previous research has identified multiple aspects of carpal (i.e., wrist bones) morphology in Homo sapiens (humans) and some fossil hominin species that may reflect adaptations to the habitual use and manufacture of stone ... -
Interactive effects of photoperiod, soil moisture and carbon dioxide of ecophysiological traits of yellow birch (betula alleghaniensis)
(2025)Climate change is expected to drive tree migration, a phenomenon of significant ecological importance. The projected northward migration of boreal and temperate trees by 10°N in the next century, due to increasing ... -
The apology mosaic: sexual assault survivors’ experience in receiving an apology from the perpetrator as a form of accountability
(2025)Through the methodology of descriptive phenomenology, the purpose of this qualitative research was to explore the lived experiences of female sexual assault survivors in Canada who received an apology from their perpetrator ... -
From Manomin to ‘Wild’ Rice and Back Again: Understanding the Transformations of a Native Ontario Grain and Indigenous Cultural Resurgence
(2024-12)Manomin (also called manoomin) is a native Canadian grain (Zizania palustris) that was the main carbohydrate food for many Indigenous people in Ontario for many generations and over a million pounds were harvested per year ... -
In the interest of reconciliation in education: inclusive indigenous content and modifications to the Ontario social studies and history curriculum from 1998 to 2023
(2025)The Ontario Social Studies and History curriculum aids students in developing skills, knowledge, understanding, and attitudes that will benefit them in the classroom, their communities, and beyond. Nonetheless, there are ... -
A novel current source converter-based ultra-high-power offshore wind energy conversion system
(2025)In medium voltage (MV) ultra-high-power (over 10 MW) offshore wind energy conversion systems (WECS), current source converter (CSC)-based series-connected configurations are a good candidate. However, existing CSC-based ... -
Housing crisis and international students' health in Canada: a case study at Lakehead University
(2024)This research seeks to examine the housing experiences of international students, utilizing Lakehead University as a case study site to ascertain the potential effects of the prevailing housing crisis and different forms ... -
Supporting transgender, non-binary, gender-nonconforming, and Two Spirit (TGNBGN2S) students in the classroom
(2025)The goal of the research and Portfolio was to create an online training module for teachers that will better educate them on how to support TGNBGN2S students in their classrooms. Studies show that transgender, non-binary, ... -
Optimal and global autonomous navigation in environments with convex obstacles
(2025)Motion planning for autonomous navigation in unknown environments cluttered with obstacles is a fundamental challenge in robotics, requiring efficient, safe, and reliable strategies for path planning. This thesis introduces ... -
Improving urban mobility for people with visual loss at floating bus stops in Canada
(2024)At present time, technological advancements and emphasis on inclusive urban planning are a priority for transportation professionals to enhance urban mobility for road users, especially for people with vision loss (PWVL). ... -
Investigation of drug aerosol size, delivery, and deposition in the mouth-throat airway using a soft mist inhaler (SMI): an experimental and numerical study
(2024)Respiratory drug delivery has been a key area of research for several decades, driven by the high prevalence of pulmonary diseases and the superior treatment efficiency offered by this approach. However, despite its ... -
Functional lignin for coating and 3D printing
(2024)The abundance of lignin, aromatic structure, and multifunctional groups uniquely appeal for use in advanced sustainable functional materials. Currently, the available lignin is not derived from a lignin-first strategy; ... -
Ecological drivers of fish metacommunity structure in boreal shield lakes
(2025)Fish community composition in freshwater lakes is shaped by a range of biotic and abiotic factors, including environmental conditions, species interactions, and spatial connectivity between waterbodies. While aquatic ... -
Factors impacting the referral to, enrollment in, and completion of cardiac rehabilitation within Northwest, Ontario
(2024)Northwest Ontario has higher rates of cardiac hospitalization compared to Southern Ontario for reasons not fully understood. However, cardiac rehabilitation (CR), a proven secondary prevention strategy, remains underutilized ... -
Development of an advanced thermal imaging-based human fall detection system
(2024)Falls represent a significant risk to the elderly population, often leading to severe injuries or fatalities. Automatic fall detection systems (FDS) are critical for mitigating these risks; however, existing solutions, ...
