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The Faculty of Applied Science comprises a unique constellation of professional disciplines including; Architecture & Landscape Architecture, Engineering, Nursing and Community & Regional Planning. The core purpose shared across all of our four disciplines is to discover, create and apply knowledge, provide unwavering top-tier education and champion a community of responsible professionals devoted to serving a thriving, sustainable and healthy society. Our work and the professions which our graduates represent span the entire human-centred built environment.
The disciplines within the Faculty of Applied Science are celebrated for the scope, strength and impact of their research activities. Our Faculty claims the spotlight in the global arena for our research in clean energy, communication and digital technologies, health and health technology among many others. We offer disciplinary-specific research based graduate programs as well as a range of professional graduate programs and pride ourselves on our ability to open doors of opportunity to students beyond their time within our Faculty.
This is an incomplete sample of recent publications in chronological order by UBC faculty members with a primary appointment in the Faculty of Applied Science.
| Year | Citation | Program |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Dr. Parreira conducted research into haulage systems for open pit mining. She developed a simulation model to compare an Autonomous Haulage Truck System with a conventional manually-operated system. The work identified the degree of improvement achievable, including economic, safety, and environmental protection benefits. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mining Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Ahmadlouydarab studied the flow of fluids with more than one component, such as air and water. He researched the flow mechanisms through media that have micro-scale pores and uncovered novel physics in the transition between flow regimes. These are important steps in the development of microfluidic devices, such as the heat exchangers in computers. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Erfan explored the healing potential of the planning profession while working with a small Indigenous community on Vancouver Island. Her dissertation, written largely as autobiographical fiction, tells the stories of her action research engagement, and proposes a path forward for a therapeutic orientation to planning. | Doctor of Philosophy in Planning (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Noroozi conducted research in Mechanical Engineering at UBC's Applied Fluid Mechanics laboratory. He examined the flow of liquid crystalline materials as a substitute for lubricants in human body joints. His findings will contribute greatly to the advancement of medical science in treating patients diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Roy studied rotary forming techniques, a type of metal forming which enhances material utilization. He developed frameworks to assist industry in process adoption and determining process effects on final products. His research has assisted in creating more economical manufacturing techniques for the automotive, aerospace and chemical industries. | Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Emami studied an advanced wireless communication system for underground mines and tunnels. She used radio-frequency measurements and mathematical analyses to model the ways in which wireless signals behave. The design of the best antenna configurations for these environments will contribute to enhanced safety and productivity in underground mines. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Sharma studied the inertial motion sensors which deploy air bags, navigate aircraft and detect hand motions with devices such as Wii. He developed techniques to make micro-sensors smaller and more sensitive, relying on coupling between mechanical and electronics subsystems. This technology is evolving quickly and opening doors for new applications. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Cheng modeled a reactor for treating nitric oxides in industrial flue gas. This novel reactor would overcome some difficulties in nitric oxide reduction technology. The model developed in this study could help with designing and optimizing the reactor, to further improve its performance and benefit both the environment and human health. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Huft developed new methods for manufacturing small silicone chips for biomedical research. This new generation of microfluidic chips allows experiments to be automated so multiple experiments can be run at the same time with minimal resources. His work could facilitate advancements in prenatal diagnostics, drug development and DNA analysis | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Lodha developed environmentally-friendly, magnesia-based ceramics for metal convertors, which operate like furnaces. These non-ferrous, metallurgical convertors are used to extract metals other than iron. Since the improved liners require lower heat treatment temperatures they result in a more efficient and energy-saving extraction process. | Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering (PhD) |