Lakehead University Knowledge Commons: Recent submissions
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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 ... -
Noise attenuation and energy harvesting using helmholtz resonator connected to rectangular cavity
(2025)This thesis investigates the dual functionality of a Helmholtz Resonator (HR) coupled with a rectangular cavity for noise attenuation and small-scale energy harvesting. The study explores the integration of a piezoelectric ... -
Aerodynamic and flow structure analysis of iced wind turbine airfoil
(2025)The issue of icing on wind turbines presents a significant operational challenge, especially in northern regions of Canada, where cold climates and harsh winter conditions prevail. This buildup of ice increases mechanical ... -
Leveraging the use of Liquid Metal Channels to Reconfigure Antennas’ Impedance and Radiation Performance
(2025)The advent of liquid metals in the domain of RF system has opened new avenues for the researchers in smart antenna designs. Reconfigurability of antenna’s characteristics has been a keen topic of interest for the past ... -
Traveling wave-based fault location in power grids using neural networks
(2025)downtime and improving public safety. One practical FL approach involves utilizing traveling waves (TWs) to locate the fault along a transmission line. TW-based FL methods are highly regarded for their speed and resilience ... -
Spaces of possibility: transmasculine representation in contemporary media
(2025)This thesis is a qualitative multi-case study of three contemporary media spaces: Reddit’s r/ftm subreddit, YouTube’s Jammidodger channel and Dimensions 20: The Unsleeping City (Mulligan, 2019) as sites of public pedagogy. ... -
Where I sit: an autoethnography of being/becoming a neurodiverse student
(2025)This SSHRC-funded autoethnographic portfolio explores the lived experiences of a neurodiverse university student through transformative multimedia story-making. Drawing from the researcher's personal journey with anxiety, ... -
Investigating the use of paper mill residuals as agricultural soil amendments in Thunder Bay, Ontario
(2025)This study investigates the repurposing of pulp and paper mill residuals as soil amendments for agriculture around Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada. Two pulp and paper mill residuals, wood ash (WA) and pulp and paper mill mixed ... -
Long bolted HSS-to-HSS connection for modular structures: a solution for indigenous housing challenges
(2025)Remote Indigenous communities across Canada are experiencing severe housing shortages and widespread repair needs, both stemming from engineering challenges encountered during construction. To address these issues, ... -
The effect of land conversion from forest to agriculture on soil health indicators in rainy river, Ontario
(2025)Due to changing climate and shifting crop zones, there is an opportunity for agriculture to expand in northern regions. This will require conversion of forest and scrubland to agriculture. Conventional methods of land ... -
Industrial residuals in land reclamation: enhancing soil recovery and ecological function in disturbed glacial soils
(2025)This dissertation investigates the reclamation potential of industrial residuals in remediating disturbed glacial soils in Northeastern Ontario. Focusing on two distinct yet similarly degraded landscapes — abandoned aggregate ... -
Development of Mid-IR Laser
(2025)We proposed and demonstrated a mid-IR fiber laser at 1925 nm using a thulium-doped fiber as the gain medium. The designed laser needs lower pump power compared to that previously reported. The developed laser is compact ... -
Teaching through the tensions: dwelling in multiple accountabilities and responsibilities as a scholar-activist educator
(2025)This portfolio explores the experiences of a twenty-first century educator (myself) in my role as a white settler educator working in a unique high school education model, in a diverse urban context in Winnipeg, Manitoba, ... -
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 ...
