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Classifying Horizontal Swimming Behavior of Atlantic Salmon Using Deming Regression
As aquaculture production of fish is progressively increasing, we need to understand the relationships between their swimming behavior and external variables in order to improve their welfare. Fish in sea cages normally ... -
NITRIC OXIDE NEUROMODULATION OF VERTEBRATE GAP JUNCTION-COUPLED RETINAL HORIZONTAL CELLS
Horizontal cells (HCs) are second-order neurons of the vertebrate retina that are thought to contribute to the generation of the surround component of center-surround receptive fields of bipolar and ganglion cells that are ... -
The Power of Sound: Tuning into the Rising Volume in the Gulf of Maine.
Marine species that function acoustically rely on sounds contained by the dynamic composition and material properties of the ocean’s reflective surface. Ocean soundscapes are being impacted by anthropogenic disturbances ... -
Thinking with the Body: How Morphine, Alcohol, and Other Intoxicants Intersected Bodies and Minds in the Emergence of the Biological Subject
Substances of intoxication can be found quietly skulking in every nook and cranny of our society, not only guests of honour in the peaks and troughs of our cultural imaginary, but constant companions in the everydayness ... -
Passive Samplers and qPCR Analysis: A Potential Detection Method for Cyanobacteria in Drinking Water Sources
(2022-08-16)The synergistic effects of climate change and lake recovery are expected to increase the intensity and frequency of cyanobacteria harmful algal blooms (HABs) in surface waters. Many drinking water sources experience HABs ... -
Clinicopathological Correlates in Tauopathy and Aging
(2022-08-16)Cognitive decline can result from both neurodegenerative or normal aging processes. Definitive diagnosis of many neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), requires ... -
CONTROL OF STRESS RESPONSES BY VIRAL AND CELLULAR BASIC LEUCINE ZIPPER TRANSCRIPTION FACTORS
(2022-08-16)Glycoproteins are processed through the secretory pathway and require folding in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). When unfolded proteins accumulate in the ER, the sensor protein ATF6 is activated, translocated to the Golgi, ... -
Exercise to Prevent Anthracycline-Induced Cardiotoxicity (EXACT2.0) in Females with Breast Cancer
(2022-08-16)The cardioprotective effects of aerobic exercise (AE) in mitigating anthracycline (AC)-induced cardiotoxicity in females with breast cancer (BC) remain unclear. This study investigated the impact of a 24-week home-based ... -
ANTIGEN-PRESENTING CELLS AND INTERFERONS IN RHEUMATOID AND JUVENILE IDIOPATHIC ARTHRITIS
(2022-08-15)Rheumatoid (RA) and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) are heterogeneous chronic inflammatory diseases with incompletely understood pathogenesis. The study of antigen-presenting cells may provide insights into the ... -
PERMA-RUN: A Persuasive Game to Create Awareness and Promote Secure Smartphone Behaviour
(2022-08-15)Smartphones have become an integral part of people’s everyday lives. Due to the ubiquitous nature of smartphone and their functionalities, the data handled by these devices are sensitive. Despite the measures taken by ... -
ASSESSING TRANSCRIPTOMIC AND PHYSIOLOGICAL RESPONSES OF ENVIRONMENTAL STRESS IN MUSSELS (MYTILUS EDULIS) FROM TWO SITES AND SIZES TO DISCOVER MARKERS CAPABLE OF MONITORING MUSSEL HEALTH
(2022-08-15)The Prince Edward Island blue mussel (Mytilus edulis) aquaculture industry is being challenged by climate change induced environmental stressors, that is impacting mussel health and survival. Physiological responses of ... -
On Sustainable Supply Chains: Optimal Design of a Multimodal Logistics Network with Shipment Consolidation, Stochastic Demand, and Machine Learning
(2022-08-15)In this thesis, we consider the logistics network of a multi-echelon multimodal supply chain with multiple products and components taking economic and environmental sustainability, and shipment consolidation into consideration. ... -
"A most fine figure" : Shakespeare's Mathematical Art
(2005-09)This thesis explores the role of mathematical elements in three of Shakespeare's plays: Love's Labour's Lost, The Merchant of Venice, and King Lear. It begins with a discussion of the status of mathematics in Renaissance ... -
Determining the Validity and Reliability of a Modified Game-Based Testing Instrument to Evaluate Preschoolers’ Connection to Nature
(2022-08-12)Nature exposure is integral for the proper development of a child’s physical and psychological well-being and is an early intervention that is correlated with pro-environmental behaviour and decision-making in adulthood. ... -
SPONTANEOUS ACTIVITY IN THE INTRACARDIAC NERVOUS SYSTEM IN ZEBRAFISH (DANIO RERIO)
(2022-08-12)The final common pathway for neural control of the vertebrate heart consists of autonomic neurons embedded in the cardiac wall, forming the intracardiac nervous system (ICNS). Parasympathetic and sympathetic efferent ... -
Performance Analysis of Cryptographic Functions on Programmable NICs
(2022-08-12)The development of programmable network interface cards (also known as SmartNICs) often come with multiple computing cores and multi-hundred Gbps bandwidth that can be used as an enhancement of network computing to extend ... -
Direct Powder Roll Compaction of α- β Titanium Alloys with Al, V, and Fe
(2022-08-12)Compared to other metals, titanium has good corrosion and oxidation resistance, strength-weight ratio, and retains strength at relatively high temperatures. Despite being an excellent engineering material, its cost of ... -
The Role of Attention and Working Memory in Reading in Young Adults With a History of Reading Difficulties: Mechanisms and Treatment
(2022-08-12)University students with a history of reading difficulties (HRD) have ongoing reading and academic challenges. Understanding the mechanisms underlying these students’ reading difficulties and identifying ways to improve ... -
Techniques to Minimize the Dosimetric Impact of Intrafractional Motion with Improved Treatment Accuracy and Efficiency on a C-arm Medical Linear Accelerator
(2022-08-11)Stereotactic radiosurgery is a high-dose therapeutic technique for treating cranial lesions. To ensure that treatment is safe and effective several techniques are employed, namely: (1) Image guidance to ensure accurate ... -
MOBILE SENSING AND YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A PILOT STUDY
(2022-08-11)During the COVID-19 pandemic mental health concerns were exacerbated demonstrating a need for mental health data to be collected on a large-scale and in an affordable form. The study piloted the use of a mobile sensing ...
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