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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| 2013 | Dr. Dahlke studied nursing practice with hospitalized older adults. Her theory of orchestrating care highlights the complexity and the importance of the role of nurses in caring for older adults. Solutions that will advance care of hospitalized older adults must consider the perspective of nurses, and the challenges they face | Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Salem studied the maximum flow through pulp pressure screens that enhance quality in pulp and paper production. He developed a new model that explains why existing screens fail and supported his theory with extensive experimental data. The outcome of this research will enhance the understanding of pulp screening methods and benefit the industry. | Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Whiffen's research was related to the catalytic conversion of wood biomass to renewable fuel. Her work identified a catalyst formulation that led to increased fuel yields from biomass. Her findings assist in the development of a renewable fuel technology that can potentially help to alleviate Canada's dependence on fossil fuel. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr. Hawkins explored the experiences of nurses educated in the Philippines seeking RN licensure in Canada. She found their experiences are shaped by prevailing ideologies of neocolonialism and neo-liberalism and intersecting relations of gender, race, and class. Such structures put nurses at risk of marginalization, exploitation, and powerlessness. | Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) |
| 2013 | Dr.Yazdan-Panah studied the concentrations of gases in stored wood pellets. She quantified those gases and investigated the effectiveness of ventilating procedures to reduce the gas concentration. Her work will help in designing ventilation systems to maintain safe levels of gases in storage of wood pellets. | Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical and Biological Engineering (PhD) |
| 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) |