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.
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.
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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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| 2015 | Dr. Ramezani developed a method for classification of individuals with neurological and psychiatric disorders. He identified common information across brain structure and function to study depression. He showed that depressed and healthy individuals can be classified with high accuracy, solely based on the information gathered from brain structures. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2015 | From the Process Automation and Robotics Laboratory at UBC, Dr. Einafshar conducted research on satellites within a network. She proposed and developed networked control schemes to enable the systems to continue operating properly in the event of failures. Her work will contribute to the advancement of networked reconfiguration in the space industry. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2015 | Dr. Al Hajri focused on the next generation video interface, to create experiences that go beyond just pushing the play button. She studied how people watch and interact with videos to design strategies for future interfaces. This has allowed the development of new navigating and management tools that can be easily integrated into existing systems. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2015 | Dr. Zadehkhost examined the possibility of using advanced measurement devices to monitor electrical grids in real-time. As a result of his research he developed new methods to accurately and efficiently monitor and predict system status. These new approaches will help system operators to increase utilization and reliability of power systems. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2015 | Dr. Hanifzadegan's research focused on the control of machine-tool feed drives, which move the cutting tool and workpiece to the desired location. He developed a novel robust control algorithm to achieve minimum possible machining time, cost and energy. His technique can benefit large manufacturing operations in automotive and aircraft industries. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2015 | Dr. Feng studied migrant groups striving to integrate into Canadian society. She found that the different integration experiences of mainland Chinese in Vancouver is shaped by both public policies in China and Vancouver. This contributes to our understanding of integration as diverse pathways rather than a unified process with a definitive outcome. | Doctor of Philosophy in Planning (PhD) |
| 2015 | Dr. Masaro conducted research into women's sexual well-being. She examined ways in which the increase in social networking puts women at greater risk. Findings showed that, although a number of other risk factors were identified, neither the mode of communication nor the time spent communicating online was associated with sexual risk. | Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) |
| 2015 | Dr. Van Vorst studied techniques for taking images of electrical material properties using ground-penetrating radar. His principle contribution is a high-resolution imaging algorithm that provides an alternative to traditional methods of subsurface imaging. This algorithm can be used for geotechnical applications in civil engineering and archaeology. | Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) |
| 2015 | Dr. Talebi Fard developed optical devices and sensors for medical, clinical and environmental safety applications. This research is a major advancement towards development of a sensing system on a chip. This system can provide low cost, accurate, and easily accessible diagnosis and monitoring, to both healthcare providers and patients at home. | Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2015 | Dr. Clark examined community capacity in the context of the resettlement in BC of Karen refugee women from Burma. Findings showed that language, health literacy and gender shaped the Karen women's access to health and settlement resources. Integrated interpreter services, recognition and participation are required to promote health and well-being. | Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) |