Two SALA projects awarded SSHRC funds
Two SALA projects awarded SSHRC funds matthew.wattier Fri, 09/13/2024 - 14:35 SALA External This article originally appeared on UBC Research + Innovation. Strategic Priority Areas...
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The applied sciences – architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, nursing, and planning – change society's conception of what is possible as a matter of course. Applied scientists make dreams real, turn ideas into practice. We embody the interface between present and future.
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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.
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Recent Publications
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.
Recent Thesis Submissions
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Design recipe automation for silicon photonics (EECE - MASC)
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Energy distribution of thermal electron emission (EECE - PHD)
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Towards a unified electro-optic circuits co-simulation (EECE - MASC)
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Low-cost scanning electron microscope (EECE - MASC)
Doctoral Citations
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.
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| 2012 | Dr. Kaynama developed mathematical theories and algorithms that provide a guarantee of safety in safety-critical systems, such as anesthesia automation, to ensure an adequate depth of patient hypnosis. The adaptability of these techniques to large systems is a key contribution, and is critical for their application to real-world situations such as in health care and aviation. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Shafiee proposed wireless communications mechanisms and protocols to improve road safety. He developed intelligent systems to reduce traffic congestion. His research is expected to make automobile operation safer and more efficient, and to provide info-tainment which bridges the gaps between automobile, transportation, and communications sectors. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Salehi developed computer models for simulating a type of flame which releases chemical energy inside fuel, with minimum production of toxic gases. These models are intended to be used by industry to improve the design of stationary gas turbines and internal combustion engines, especially with respect to the emissions of pollutants. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Lang developed a scheme for controlling the movements and activities of a mobile robot without using direct human intervention. The methodologies and technologies which were developed can be applied to providing assistance to individuals in home environments, as well as rescuing people in disaster situations. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Ng developed resource allocation algorithms for facilitating energy- efficient "green" wireless communication systems. The proposed algorithms are able to reduce the energy consumption of the communication networks, while maintaining high data rates. They are expected to have a great impact on both industry and academia. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Shahidi-Zandi developed novel, real-time methods to detect and predict epileptic seizures, using scalp Electro-encephalo-grams, or EEG. He tested these methods on EEG data from patients with epilepsy, and showed that the proposed techniques could be applied for diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy, and for improving a patient's quality of life. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Light's field of study is Mechanical Engineering and he conducted research in the field of hydrocarbon fuels. In particular, he focussed on a process known as plasma spraying. His findings will contribute to advancements in the research into hydrocarbon fuels, with the promise of developments for industrial applications. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Bruce examined how novel inexpensive composite conductive polymer-titania films can be used to reduce the cost and energy required for solar hydrogen generation. This work has the potential to improve membrane based electrolytic processes and is an important contribution to renewable solar fuel production. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Ghahremaninezhad studied the kinetics of copper extraction from its most abundant mineral, chalcopyrite. He found that the low copper extraction rate from chalcopyrite is strongly linked to the formation of sulphide surface films. Dr. Ghahremaninezhad subsequently applied a catalyst to increase the copper extraction rate. | Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Engineering (PhD) |
| 2012 | Dr. Faradji designed and developed a brain-computer interface device to receive signals from electrodes attached to the scalp. The device improves the quality of life of motor-disabled individuals, for example those with brain injury, cerebral palsy or MS. The successful design enables them to control their environment, from opening an automated door to working on a computer. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |