identifier: Li, Zixian <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Li=3AZixian=3A=3A.html>   (2016) Microtubules dual chemo- and thermo-responsive depolymerization & optimization of noncovalent loading of vinblastine on single-walled carbon nanotube.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The effects of the chemotherapeutic agent vinblastine versus the low temperature of 277 K on the structure of αβ-tubulin heterodimer were investigated by means of molecular dynamics simulations. Individual experiments have shown that vinblastine-bound heterodimer, and its apo structure under low temperature of 277 K, both undergo conformational changes toward destabilization of the dimer as compared to the apo tubulin at 300 K. Both factors exhibit weakening the longitudinal interactions of tubulin heterodimer through displacing dimer interfacial segments, resulting in the dominant electrostatic repulsion at the interface of the subunits. The two independent factors of temperature and anti-mitotic agent facilitate folding alterations in the functional segments of H1-S2 loop, H3, H10 helices and T7 loop, which are known to be important in either longitudinal or lateral contacts among αβ-heterodimers in microtubule protofilaments and the depolymerization mechanism of microtubules.
Carbon nanotubes have become one of the candidates for transporting drugs to target sites, because of their size scale, huge surface area and high cellular uptake. Many experimental studies of carbon nanotube drug delivery have been performed in the past decade. The delivery studies of vinblastine and its target microtubule are important, because of the significant role of vinblastine in cancer therapy. However, the interactions between vinblastine and carbon nanotubes have yet to be investigated. The computational studies of the interactions between vinblastine and carbon nanotubes under different conditions are presented in this thesis. The vinblastine-carbon nanotube interactions have been studied from the following perspectives: loading capacity (one to three vinblastine molecules loaded); tube structure (armchair, chiral and zigzag tubes); tube functionalization; and temperature variations (277 K and 300 K). The functionalization of carbon nanotubes strengthened the drug-carrier interactions of all systems at 300 K. The functionalized carbon nanotubes of armchair type were identified suitable for drug delivery at both 277 K and 300 K, due to the relatively strong drug-carrier interactions. The functionalized chiral nanotubes were found especially useful for delivery at 277 K due to the enhanced drug-carrier interactions at this temperature.


identifier: Reynolds, Robyn Rebecca <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Reynolds=3ARobyn_Rebecca=3A=3A.html>   (2015) The ichnology of the Winterhouse Formation.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

type: Thesis NonPeerReviewed

abstract: The Upper Ordovician Winterhouse Formation of Western Newfoundland contains a, hitherto undescribed, well-preserved and diverse assemblage of trace fossils. This study provides the first systematic ichnological review of the area. 20 ichnotaxa are documented herein from the mudstone and sandstone storm deposits of the formation. A detailed morphologic three-dimensional reconstruction and analysis of a complex Parahaentzschelinia-like burrow system that is prolific throughout the formation is also undertaken. This analysis allows for a reconsideration of the trace-maker’s ethology and paleobiology, and highlights a need for a systematic ichnotaxonomic review of Parahaentzschelinia. Additional reconstructions of natural mineral-filled fractures associated with Parahaentzschelinia-like burrows in the cemented silt-rich fine-grained sandstones illustrate that the burrows create planes of weakness within the cemented sandstone, along which natural fractures preferentially propagate. This suggests that these trace fossils create mechanical heterogeneities that can steer fracture development, and can potentially have a dramatic effect on reservoir charactertstics in bioturbated reservoirs where induced fracturing techniques may be employed.


identifier: Stetco, Ionela Alina <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Stetco=3AIonela_Alina=3A=3A.html>   (2015) Incipient stages of collagen mineralization monitored by atomic force microscopy.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The process of collagen mineralization represents a current challenge in tissue engineering
and is extensively studied, since collagen and calcium phosphate are the main
constituents of natural human bone. In vitro biomineralization of collagen can lead
to biomaterials which could resemble the bone structure and may be appropriate for
use as bone substitutes and implants in medical fields.
Due to the fact that in vitro mineralization of collagen contributes to the understanding
of mechanisms of mineralization in vivo, our research focused on the in situ
monitoring of the incipient stages of collagen/calcium phosphate composite formation
as it happened, with the help of atomic force microscopy (AFM). Since AFM
is an appropriate tool for characterizing the morphologic features of a surface and is
able to show the modification of the surface by depositions, the effect of calcium and
phosphate ion concentrations upon the mineralization process of a collagen matrix
in aqueous medium has been studied and the stimulation of mineral deposition by
collagen has been established. Raman spectroscopy enabled us to identify the mineralization
products as well as obtain a qualitative measure of mineralization efficiency.
According to literature, glycosaminoglycans may enhance the efficiency of the collagen
mineralization. Glucuronic acid, a major component of glycosaminoglycans (e.g.
hyaluronic acid) in the extracellular matrix, has been previously shown to stimulate
collagen mineralization in vitro and to lead to the formation of the desired calcium phosphate phase, i.e. hydroxyapatite. We performed a comparison of glucuronic acid
with galacturonic acid (an epimer) which reveals differences in their effects on collagen
fibrillogenesis. Our approach shows that while the presence of uronic acids in
the collagen matrix may build an efficient scaffold for collagen calcification, it also
brings modifications to the collagen matrix assembly. Using a surface-induced process
for collagen alignment and fibril formation, we can observe changes in fibril and film
structure with AFM.
In order to gain insight on how the glucuronic acid may potentially affect the
collagen matrix during fibrillogenesis, we studied the behaviour of glucuronic acid in
alkaline and acidic media using AFM. In addition to AFM visualization of the various
pH-dependent aggregates formed by glucuronic acid in solution, our experiments led
to the synthesis of α-polyglucuronic acid starting from glucuronic acid monomers in
an acidic solution. The α-polyglucuronic acid fibers were observed by AFM and its
structure was confirmed by ¹³C solution NMR.


identifier: Wang, Yali <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Wang=3AYali=3A=3A.html>   (2016) Algorithms for wind parameter retrieval from rain-contaminated x-band marine radar images.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
In this thesis, research for retrieving wind direction and speed from rain-contaminated
X-band marine radar images is presented. Firstly, a method for retrieving wind
direction from X-band marine radar data is proposed. The algorithm is used to investigate
radar backscatter in the wavenumber domain and obtain wind direction from
the wavenumber spectrum. For rain-contaminated images collected under low wind
speeds (i.e. less than 8 m/s), wind directions are retrieved using spectral components
with wavenumbers of [0.01, 0.2] rad/m. For rain-contaminated images obtained under
high wind speeds and rain-free images, wind directions are retrieved using the
spectral values at wavenumber zero. The algorithm was tested using X-band radar
images and anemometer data collected on the east coast of Canada. Comparison with
the anemometer data shows that the root mean square error (RMSE) of wind directions
retrieved from low-wind-speed rain-contaminated images is reduced by 25.1
◦
.
Secondly, two methods for estimating wind speed from X-band nautical radar images
are presented. One method is used to determine wind speeds by relating the spectral
strengths of radar backscatter to the wind speeds using a logarithmic function.
The other method is used to mitigate rain influence by applying gamma correction
to rain-contaminated images, and then relate the average radar image intensities to
measured wind speeds with a logarithmic function. Comparison with the anemometer
data show that the two methods reduce the RMSEs of wind speeds estimated from
rain-contaminated radar data by 5.9 m/s and 5.4 m/s, respectively. Unlike existing
methods which require the exclusion of rain-contaminated data, the new wind parameter
retrieval methods work well for both rain-contaminated and rain-free images.


identifier: Abu-Ashour, Waseem <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Abu-Ashour=3AWaseem=3A=3A.html>   (2016) Association between diabetes and infection.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Background:
The objective of the study was to assess the association between diabetes and infection.
Methods:
A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to summarize and quantify the association between diabetes and the risk of infections in the existing literature. Second, a cohort study was done to estimate the association between diabetes and infections occurring in primary care.
Results:
The systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrated that diabetes is associated with an increased risk of infection. Results were generally consistent across types of infections. Findings from the cohort study suggest that patients with diabetes have a small increased risk of developing certain infections compared to patients without diabetes in primary care.
Conclusion:
Diabetes is associated with an increased risk of infections. The relationship varies according to type of infection present. However, more research is needed to determine the implications of patient characteristics such as BMI and glycemic control on the risk of infections.


identifier: Acheampong, Edward Asafo-Adjei <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Acheampong=3AEdward_Asafo-Adjei=3A=3A.html>   (2000) Some aspects of the taxonomy, genetics, carotenogenesis and chemical composition of a red yeast Rhodotorula rubra TP1.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
A new strain of yeast was isolated from yogurt and tentatively identified as
Rhodoturula ruhra TP1 It was reported that the yeast produced structures
resembling ascospores and, hence, was the first report of a sexual stage in
Rhodotorula rubra. Preliminary studies in fish feeding trials indicate that the yeast
may be an attractive candidate for use in the aquaculture industry for coloring fish
muscle. To exploit the potentials of the new yeast isolate, a comprehensive study
was undertaken to: I) confirm the phylogenetic affinity of the new isolate using
molecular, biochemical and physiological techniques; 2) identify and quantify the
pigments produced by the yeast; 3) isolate mutants with increased pigment
production; 4) examine the cell wall for industrially useful polysaccharides; 5)
isolate and characterize the carotenogenic enzymes.
Studies on the sexuality of the new isolate could not confirm the production
of ascospores or any structures resembling spores. To determine the exact
phylogenetic relationship of the new isolate, various biochemical and physiological
tests were carried out. These tests included assimilation of various carbon and
nitrogen sources, isozyme electrophoresis and analysis of cellular long-chain fatty
acids.
Based on the comparison of the electrophoretic mobilities (IJ) of 8 isozymes
in the new isolate and 8 other yeast isolates (Rhodotontla nthra ATCC 9449,
Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Phaffia rhodozyma, Rhodotontla glutinis, Rhodotontla
graminis. Rhodotorula minuta, Rhodosporidium toruloides and Cryptoccocus macerans), it was concluded that the new isolate could not be distinguished from R.
ruhra and should therefore be considered a variant strain. The study also suggested
that cellulose acetate electrophoresis could be an invaluable taxonomic tool for the
identification of isolates of yeast.
Similarly, on the basis of the numerical analysis of the cellular long-chain
fatty acid composition 9 isolates, assimilation patterns of various carbon sources,
Diazonium blue (DBB), urease and nitrate tests, the new isolate should be confirmed
as a variant strain of R. ruhra.
To determine whether the phylogeny of the new isolate could be determined
on the basis of other identification protocols aside from the biochemical and
physiological tests, a ponion of the ribosomal DNA (rONA) and internal transcribed
spacer was amplified by the polymerase chain reaction and then sequenced.
Comparison ofthe DNA sequences ofthe small subunit ribosomal RNA (ISS rRNA)
coding regions and the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) of the new isolate with those
of other yeast isolates revealed that the new yeast isolate may be a variant strain of R.
ruhra. The new isolate had 93 and lOO% sequence similarity with R. rubra ATCC
9449 tbr the ISS rRNA and ITS sequences, respectively. Furthermore, the
evolutionary distances estimated from the 18S rRNA genes and the ITS sequences of
the two organisms were 0.015 and 0.000, respectively.
Using gas liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and nuclear
magnetic resonance spectroscopy, it was determined that the cell wall
polysaccharides of the new isolate consisted of mainly mannans with 13-( 1 ~3) and ~-(I ~4) mannopyranosyl units. The major monosaccharides of the cell wall were
determined to be mannose (50.53%), glucose (25.53%), galactose (12.27%), fucose
(8.6%) and rhamnose (3.2%).
Characterization of pigments produced by the new isolate involved the use of
column and thin layer chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography
and light spectroscopy. The new isolate was found to produce P-carotene, torulene,
torularhodin, phytoene and phytotluene with percentage compositions of 39.85,
30.65, 24.5, 2.2 and 3.1%, respectively.
Studies on the genetics of the new isolate included mutagenesis with
nitrosoguanadine. Several mutants with increased production of pigments were
isolated. Some of these mutants produced the same types of pigments produced by
the parental strain while others were found to be blocked at the hydrogenation step
and, therefore, produced only ~- carotene.
The preliminary studies on the isolation and characterization of the
carotenogenic enzymes involved the solubilization and polyethylene glycol
precipitation of a cell-free 40,000 x: g supernatant fraction that converted [14C]MVA
to phytoene, P-carotene, torulene and torularhodin. The effects of three non-ionic
detergents, Tweens 40, 60 and 80 over a 0.5 to 3 % (w/v) concentration range on
enzyme activity and protein release were investigated. Enzymatic activity was
retained with all three detergents, however, I% Tween 60 was found to be the least
inhibitory.
The efficacy of the new isolate to color the flesh of rainbow trout was
demonstrated in a 16 week feeding triaL Even though a commercial canthaxanthin
containing diet induced better pigmentation than the test yeast supplemented diet, the
level of pigmentation obtained with the test yeast was comparable to the level
reported tor rainbow trout as sufficient for adequate visual color impression. The
highest growth rate was obtained with fish fed a diet containing no pigment (negative
control group) and the lowest growth rate was observed in fish fed a diet
supplemented with test yeast. While the proximate analysis of the flesh showed
significant increases in the total protein content of fish in all groups at the end of the
feeding trial, the levels were found to be lower than those reported for rainbow trout
by other workers and were found to be associated with increased moisture content.
Finally, it was observed that the test yeast fed fish had increased polyunsaturated
fatty acids content whereas the fatty acid profile remaining relatively unchanged in
all other groups.


identifier: Attwood, Daryl <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Attwood=3ADaryl=3A=3A.html>   (2006) A reliability approach to the quantification of occupational accidents in the offshore oil and gas industry.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Occupational accidents continue to occur at a frequency unacceptable to the offshore oil
and gas industry. Current information and approaches related to the topic have been
studied. Using reliability techniques, a holistic quantitative model has been developed and
validated which can predict accident frequency. Model inputs include factors directly
affecting accident frequency as well as corporate and external elements.
Literature related to occupational accidents has been reviewed, concentrating on (i)
modelling approaches taken by researchers over the past half century, (ii) statistical
information currently available and (in influencing factors suggested by researchers for
inclusion in accident models. A gap in the knowledge was confirmed, specifically the
absence of a holistic, quantitative approach to oil and gas occupational accidents.
An analysis of current global offshore oil and gas occupational accident statistics was
performed, which revealed significant inter-regional and inter-company differences in
accident frequency. This result helped to confirm that the group of factors affecting
occupational accidents extended beyond the traditionally included direct and corporate
elements to include external societal factors.
Based partially on the literature review and database analysis, a model was developed
which can predict occupational accident frequency in the offshore oil and gas industry.
The model's holistic approach combines accident theories often preferred by
representatives from the management, safety, engineering, and psychology disciplines.
The approach is based on a chain of influence originating with external factors, which act through corporate elements to affect factors directly influencing the accident process.
Expert opinion was used extensively to quantify (i) the relative strengths of the model
elements directly affecting accident frequency and (ii) the relationships between the
external, corporate, and direct layers.
Using further expert opinion to provide input values, the model was validated by
comparing its predictions with known results on Canadian production installations and in
the Gulf ofMexico drilling sector.


identifier: Beebe, Mona Jane <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Beebe=3AMona_Jane=3A=3A.html>   (1976) The effects of substitution miscues on the reading performance of selected grade four boys.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The purpose of this study was to determine to what
extent substitution miscues affected the comprehension scores
of grade four boys as they orally read a selected passage.
The theory presented suggested that such mistakes made during
oral reading would generaliy detract from comprehension, but
that not all substitutions would detract equally. Further,
it was suggested that if students reread to correct a substitution
miscue, the original mistake would not detract
from comprehension; rather the correction would add to the
reader's comprehension and nothing would have been lost.
But if a student did not go back to correct his error, there
still may not have been a loss of comprehension, because the
substitution may have contained as much meaning as the
correct word. That is, if the uncorrected substitution was
an acceptable one, both syntactically and semantically, it
may have added to, rather than detracted from, the comprehension
of the passage. Finally, it was suggested that only
those substitutions which were syntac~ically-semantically
unacceptable; that is, those that were grammatically
incorrect and that were void of meaning, detracted from
comprehension, and, hence, resulted in low comprehension
scores.
The sample for testing these hypothesized relationships
consisted of 46 grade four boys who individually read
the same passage for the investigator. Following the oral
reading, each child "retold" the story in his own words and,
based upon this recall and retelling, a comprehension score
was established. Each session was tape-recorded; later on,
substitution miscues were coded into one of three categories:
(1) corrections, (2) syntactically-semantically acceptable
miscues, or (3) syntactically-semantically non-acceptable
m•i scues.
Bivariate relationships were established between the
three predictor variables and the outcome variable, reading
comprehension. All associations were significant in the
hypothesized direction. Regression analysis was then conducted
on two predictor variables--proportion of corrections
and proportion of syntactically-semantically acceptable
miscues--to establish their effects on reading comprehension.
It was found that corrections and acceptable miscues each
independently affected reading performance and that the
combined effects accounted for 38% of the variability in
that reading performance.
It was, therefore, concluded that not all oral reading
errors detracted from comprehension; rather, that corrected
errors and acceptable miscues added to the understanding of
the passage, and. only unacceptable miscues detracted from
understanding. The support for the hypotheses of the study
and the theory from which they were derived served to enhance
and reconfirm the theory underlying the Goodman-Goodma·n-Burke
research.


identifier: Bennett, Kelly Elizabeth <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Bennett=3AKelly_Elizabeth=3A=3A.html>   (2005) The ticks of insular Newfoundland and their potential for transmitting disease.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
A two - year study was undertaken to deter111ine the tick fauna of insular
Newfoundland and explore their potential as vectors of pathogens to both humans and
animals. During 2002 and 2003 seven species of ixodid ticks were collected from nine
hosts (snowshoe hare, Lincoln's sparrow, domestic cat, domestic dog, domestic rabbit,
Atlantic puffin, common murre, red fox and human) on the island portion of the province:
Haemaphysalis leporispalustris, Jxodes uriae, I muris, I scapularis, 1 ricinus,
Dermacentor variabilis and Rhipicephalus sanguineus. The most common species was
H leporispalustris with July, August and September being the peak period of activity.
Although higher numbers of H leporispalustris were collected from male hares than
female hares, the difference between the number of ticks of each life stage found on each
sex was not statistically significant, except for male ticks in 2002. All life stages of H
leporispalustris were capable of surviving temperatures as low as 0°C but none lower
than -5°C. Another species that showed a seasonal distribution for the females was 1
scapularis. This tick had a bimodal temporal distribution with no ticks recorded during
August and September. Four pathogens were tested for: Borrelia burgdorferi, Anaplasma
phagocytophilum, Francisella tularensis and vector - borne viruses, but only B.
burgdorferi was detected in 16 % of the 14 1 scapularis tested. The overall conclusion
was that Newfoundland has relatively few tick species most of which are introduced.
Although the threat of acquiring pathogens from ticks is low, the detection of B.
burgdorferi in this study and viruses from I uriae in previous studies, means ongoing
monitoring of tick populations and the pathogens they vector, in the province is prudent.


identifier: Bridger, Kimberly Elizabeth <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Bridger=3AKimberly_Elizabeth=3A=3A.html>   (2005) A comparative study of the dietary habits and helminth fauna of Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis), Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) and Eastern coyote (Canis latrans) on insular Newfoundland.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The morphology, diet and helminth fauna of 366 Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis),
112 Red fox (Vulpes vulpes) and 75 Eastern coyote (Canis latrans) were examined from
insular Newfoundland. Morphometric data of each species was similar to that reported
elsewhere . Lynx diet was less diverse than that of either canid and dietary overlap was
highest between Red fox and coyote . Snowshoe hare (Lepus american us) was the most
important food item to lynx while Red fox depended more on other prey items including
Meadow voles (Microtus pennsylvanicus). Woodland caribou (Rangifer tarandus) was
more prominent in coyote diets. Examinations for parasites were carried out on the heart ,
lungs, urigenital system and digestive tracts only. Twelve, seven and ten helminth species
were recovered from lynx, Red fox and coyote respectively. Taenia macrocystis and T
laticollis were only recovered from lynx. Taenia pisiformis and Toxascaris leonina were
recovered in lynx and coyote, with higher prevalences in lynx. Crenosoma vulpis was
most prevalent in Red fox and coyote, while T ovis krabbei and Toxocara canis were
more prevalent in coyotes . Seventy-three percent oflynx, 10.3% of Red fox and 16.0% of
coyotes were parasitized by two or more co-occurring parasite species. Multiple parasite
infections were significantly higher in juvenile Red fox and coyotes. The geographic
areas studied in this report did not contain all of the species under consideration. Some
areas were more heavily represented by some species (i.e. Red fox) which were collected
during the Rabies Eradication Program carried out in northern and western
Newfoundland during 2002-2004 whereas there was one specimen from central
Newfoundland and none from the other locations. There were significant differences in parasite prevalence patterns and parasite species diversity with respect to intrinsic and
extrinsic factors associated with each host and geographic location where specimen
numbers permitted. Of the areas with sufficient sample sizes three main areas of parasite
infection were identified; Northern Peninsula, West Coast and North East Coast. Higher
prevalences were recorded from West to East. This study represents the first record of
Physaloptera rara from Red fox and coyotes in insular Newfoundland. Angiostrongylus
vasorum was recovered from one coyote on the North East Coast. Taenia ovis krabbei
was recovered from coyotes on the North East Coast and Central Newfoundland but was
previously only known from Arctic fox in northern Newfoundland. Diversity of parasite
species in insular Newfoundland may be increasing as a result of the establishment of
Eastern coyote populations.


identifier: Brückner, Hedwig E. <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Br=FCckner=3AHedwig_E=2E=3A=3A.html>   (1975) Religiöse Einstellung der frühen Herrnhuter und Wirken ihrer ersten Missionare in Labrador, dargestellt und kommentiert auf Grund ihrer Aufzeichnungen aus dem späten achtzehnten Jahrhundert (Teil 2 enthal t den Anfang einer Edition der benlitzten Manuskripte nebst Reproduktionen einiger Belege).  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Diese Arbeit ist ein Komrnentar zu den frlihesten
erhaltenen Missions-Konferenz-Protokollen der Herrnhuter
BrUder aus Labrador. Teil 2 enthalt als Separatband neben
Belegmaterial den Anfang einer Edition der benlitzten
Manuskripte.
Der herausgegebene Teil steht zur vorliegenden
Gesamtquelle im Verhaltnis von rund 100 zu nahezu 90,000
Folios, welch letztere nur kurze Zeit zum Erstellen eines
Inventars gesamthaft zu libersehen und durchblattern waren.
Da es sich bald erwies, dass grosse Teile der Quelle nicht
einzig waren, so wurde als erstes versucht, die Quelle als
Ganzes und in ihrer Abhangigkeit vom Gesamtwerk der
Brlidergeschichte zu verstehen. Als Dokumentensammlung, wie
sie im Laufe der Zeit in Labrador entstanden ist, und in
ihrer Zusammenstellung von dort kommt ihr EinzigkeitsQualitat
zu, im Rahmen des ganzen Brliderwerkes ist rnanches,
wie etwa die Gemein-Nachrichten, noch an verschiedenen der
weiteren Brliderorte, flir die es verfasst wurde, zu finden.
Da sich die Quelle tiber einen Zeitraum von fast
200 Jahren erstreckt, war auch ein Wandel ihrer Motivierung
rniteinzurechnen, sodass der zu Kommentar und Edition gewahlte
Zeitabschnitt als der limitiert wurde, in welchern die Missionare fUr Labrador den Grafen von Zinzendorf, den
GrUnder des Herrnhutertums, noch personlich gekannt haben
konnten.
Da die Quelle weitgehend nur in Bezug auf das
herrnhutische Lehr- und Kultgut zu verstehen ist und manches
von diesem Kultgut im Inventar genannt und den Dokumenten
beigelegt war - hauptsachlich Lieder und Homilien -, so
wurden die handgeschriebenen Dokurnente wesentlich gegen
diesen Hintergrund hin untersucht.
Dabei ergab sich als These zum Kommentar, dass die
eigenartige, weitgehend mystische Einstellung der ersten
Herrnhuter und ihres geistigen FUhrers Zinzendorf Anreger
und Mittel ihres Suchens nach einer einheitlichen christlichen
Deutung aller religiosen Werte war. Ausserer Anstoss
zu solch mystischem Respons war die menschliche Not im
Gefolge der post-reformatorischen Konfessions-Zersplitterung
und unter den Angriffen der fortschreitenden Aufklarung
gegen die Intoleranz der christlichen Konfessionen
untereinander.
Wahrend die Herrnhuter fUr die historischen
Religionen und Konfessionen des Westens und flir rnanche
zeitgenossische Sekten in ihrer "Tropenlehre" eine brauchbare
Losung fanden, gllickte ihnen eine solche Losung trotz guter
Ansatze im Bereich der Eskimo-Religion nicht. Ihre Mission
brachte aber die Eskimos aus dem Bereich der Naturgebundenheit
in den Strom der Weltgeschichte und knUpfte ihre Geschichte an die des Westens an, was schliesslich die
Eskimos dazubrachte, sich tiber alles selber ihr eigenes
Urteil zu bilden. Dass letzteres auch bei den Eskimos
eine Notwendigkeit war, erkannten die Missionare bald und
David Cranz belegt es bereits in seiner Historie von
Gran land.


identifier: Bungay, Terrence Ross <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Bungay=3ATerrence_Ross=3A=3A.html>   (2012) Assessment of the influence of finfish aquaculture on hard bottom habitats in a boreal/sub-arctic marine environment.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Determining the extent of influence of marine salmonid farms on surrounding habitats is
mandatory as an environmental monitoring procedure. In Newfoundland, environmental
monitoring of salmonid farms relies on measuring geochemical properties of underlying
sediment to assess the environmental impact of fish feces, mortalities, uneaten food
and/or detached fouling organisms that deposit on the seafloor. This approach is
problematic in coastal Newfoundland because it is difficult or impossible to obtain the
intact sediment samples required for these analyses, given that the region has mostly hard
bottom substrate. In this thesis, a new approach to habitat assessment, relying on
indicator benthic species and habitat determinations based on benthic video droptransects,
is used to determine the environmental impact of salmonid farms. All
identifiable species were counted from a series of underwater video drop-transects from
sample stations running through aquaculture lease boundaries, as well as control sites
where depth did not exceed 1 00 meters. Abundances, proportions, and percent coverage
of species were then used in a cluster analysis to determine spatial differences in sample
stations. Sites characterized by high Beggiatoa, Opportunistic Polychaete Complexes,
and deposit-feeding sea stars were identified as being influenced by aquaculture, the area
of influence being larger under active cages with mid production. Non-production
(control) sites and fallowed sites displayed no such assemblage but were dominated by
suspension-feeding taxa (anemones and sponges). A decrease in the latter taxa along with the increase in deposition-tolerant species could be used for assessing the environmental
influence of aquaculture on hard substrates.


identifier: Campbell, Monique Goguen <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Campbell=3AMonique_Goguen=3A=3A.html>   (2011) Rising above a crisis: resilience processes and community well-being.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Background
The closure of the North Atlantic cod fishery in 1992 has had devastating economic,
social and health impacts on coastal communities in Newfoundland and Labrador.
However, considerable variability in adaptation has been noted between communities that
were formally dependant on the fishery.
Aim
This thesis builds on previous research by exploring the community-level social and
economic processes that contribute to the variability in adaptation measured through an
expansive conceptualization of community well-being.
Method
Two communities differing in employment recovery during the 1990s were selected for
multi-method case studies. Quantitative and qualitative data on community well-being,
social processes (social capital), and economic processes (local economic development)
were integrated into the analysis.
Results
Ratings of most community well-being dimensions were generally positive in both
communities. However, Dorytown residents reported less alcohol abuse, less crime,
greater ability to be involved in decision-making, greater satisfaction with community
characteristics such as greenery and parks, water quality and services from the local
council. Residents of Dorytown were also more hopeful for the future, and perceived
greater employment availability in the region. Some mental and physical health indicators were poorer for both communities than for the Province, with the exception of
self-rated health and heavy alcohol consumption. Dorytown had lower hospitalization
rates than Bigcove, and less modemte and heavy drinking. Community well-being
findings for Bigcove were more consistent with documented effects of economic decline.
In tenns of economic and social processes, employment in Bigcove had been more
dependent on the volatile fishery whereas Dorytown community groups planned and
executed an economic development strategy using federal and provincial programming
dollars, volunteered labour from the community, and natural resources within the
•
community. Residents in both communities expressed concerns with employment
security in their towns. Interviews suggested that all forms of social capital (bonding,
bridging and linking) were associated with greater development of community-controlled
economic opportunities and positive social outcomes (youth engagement, public safety)
for Dorytown. Other factors such as leadership, human capital (skills and knowledge),
and community enabling government policies played a substantial role in outcomes for
Dorytown.
Conclusion
These findings provide some insight as to the community-level processes that underlie
certain dimensions of community well-being and demonstrate the benefits of a mixedmethods
approach to understanding it. Policy implications include skill-building
supports for community development volunteers, and aspiring or existing entrepreneurs,
so that they are better equipped to engage with government or other funding bodies,
continued support for community development funding programs, and policies that
support economic diversification.


identifier: Chakrabarti, Saikat <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Chakrabarti=3ASaikat=3A=3A.html>   (2006) Application of artificial neural networks for online voltage stability monitoring and enhancement of an electric power system.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Due to economic reasons arising out of deregulation and open market of electricity,
modem day power systems are being operated closer to their stability limits. When a fault
occurs, there is a great possibility of occurrence of cascading outages, as observed in the
August 2003 Blackout in the North-East USA and Canada. Power system voltage
stability is one of the challenging problems faced by the utilities. Innovative methods and
solutions are required to evaluate the voltage stability of a power system and implement
suitable strategies to enhance the robustness of the power system against voltage stability
problems. This is the motivation behind the research carried out as a part of the PhD
program and presented in this dissertation.
Artificial neural networks (ANNs) have gained widespread attention from
researchers in recent years as a tool for online voltage stability assessment. Two major
areas requiring investigation are identified after doing a thorough survey of the existing
literature on online voltage stability monitoring using ANN. The first one is the effective
method of selecting important features among numerous possible measurable parameters
as potential inputs to the ANN. The second one is the feasibility of using a single ANN
for monitoring voltage stability for multiple contingencies. In the first phase of the
research, a regression-based method of computing sensitivities of the voltage stability
margin with respect to different parameters is proposed. Using the sensitivity
information, important features are chosen selectively to train separate Multilayer
Perceptron Networks (MLP) to monitor voltage stability for different contingencies.
In the second phase of the research, an enhanced Radial Basis Function Network
(RBFN) is proposed for online voltage stability monitoring. Important features of the
proposed RBFN are: (1) the same network is trained for multiple contingencies, thus
eliminating the need for training different ANNs for different contingencies, (2) the
number of neurons in the hidden layers is decided automatically using a sequential
learning strategy, (3) the RBFN can be adapted online, with changing operating scenario,
(4) a network pruning strategy is used to limit the growth of the network size as a result
of the adaptation process.
In the next phase of the research, a sensitivity-based voltage stability
enhancement method is proposed, considering multiple contingencies. Considering the
limitations of the existing analytical methods, the sensitivities of the voltage stability
margin with respect to parameters are found by using the RBFN proposed in the second
phase of the research. Using the sensitivity information, correct amounts of generation
rescheduling are found by using linear optimization. Case studies are presented
throughout different sections of the thesis to illustrate the application of the proposed
methods.


identifier: Chandra, Sujata <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Chandra=3ASujata=3A=3A.html>   (2005) Transvaginal ultrasound and digital examination for predicting successful labour induction in postterm pregnancy.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Objective: To compare transvaginal ultrasound and digital cervical examination in predicting
successful induction in post-term pregnancy.
Methods: Transvaginal ultrasound and digital examinations were performed on 122 women at
41 or more weeks' gestation, immediately before labor induction. Ultrasound assessments of
cervical length, dilatation, and presence of funneling were compared with the components of the
Bishop score. The primary outcome was the rate of vaginal delivery. Secondary outcomes
included the rates of active labor in 12 hours, vaginal delivery in 12 and 24 hours, mean duration
of latent phase labour, and induction to vaginal delivery interval. Linear and logistic regression
models were generated to identify factors independently associated with successful induction.
Results: No ultrasound characteristic predicted primary or secondary outcomes. Bishop score,
cervical position, and maternal age independently predicted vaginal delivery. Maternal weight,
cervical dilatation, and effacement independently predicted active labor in 12 hours. Independent
predictors of vaginal delivery in 12 hours were induction method, dilatation, gravidity, and
maternal weight. Cervical effacement and parity independently predicted vaginal delivery in 24
hours. Maternal weight, cervical position, dilatation were independently associated with latent
phase duration. Factors associated with induction to delivery interval were parity, effacement,
and maternal weight.
Conclusion: Transvaginal ultrasound does not predict successful labor induction in post term
pregnancy as well as digital cervical examination.


identifier: Clarke, Ronald <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Clarke=3ARonald=3A=3A.html>   (1968) The verse-novel: a description of the form, with special attention to selected verse narratives of the Victorian period.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Since 1900 the term "verse-novel" has frequently
appeared in discussions of certain long narrative poems of
the Victorian Period. The critics and literary historians
who use the term, however, have applied it very loosely.
Several critics, for example, have referred to Robert
Browning's The Ring and the Book as a verse-novel, while a
number of others have called it a form of epic. Again, while
Mrs. Browning herself spoke of her Aurora Leigh as a novel-poem
(i.e. a verse-novel), one critic refers to it as a
metrical romance. There seems to be no general agreement on
the exact meaning of the term, and, so far as I know, no
critic has ever offered a precise definition. This study
attempts to work out a descriptive definition of the term
"verse-novel", especially as it has been applied to longer
Victorian narrative poems.
Two problems arise in attempting such a definition.
First, while the term ''verse'' may be generally understood,
the term ''novel '1 has never been exactly defined or
described. It is necessary, then, to examine the prose
novel at considerable length to determine the special
characteristics of the form. Then, since most critics
insist that the novel is necessarily in prose, I examine
the historical relationship between the prose-novel and
verse. This examination shows that the novel, since its
very beginning, has usually had some kind of relationship
with verse.
Having determined the distinguishing features of the
novel genre, and using as my touchstone the only English
poem the major critics agree is a verse-novel, Chaucer's
Troilus and Criseyde, I offer a tentative definition of the
verse-novel. The verse-novel, however, in many respects
resembles both the epic and the verse-romance. It is
necessary, therefore, to ascertain the essential differences
between these three forms of narrative.
To differentiate between the verse-novel and the
epic I compare and contrast the special characteristics of
each. Then, having examined a poem critics agree is an
epic fragment, Matthew Arnold's Sohrab and Rustum, I apply
my jury definition to Robert Browning's The Ring and the Book in an attempt to determine whether it is an epic, as
some critics say, or a verse-novel, as several others
maintain.
Distinguishing between the verse-novel and the
verse-romance is sometimes especially difficult. Like the
term "novel", "romance" has apparently never been clearly
defined. A romance, therefore, may be to one commentator
an account of the strange, the wonderful, or the remote, and
to another a story of love relations between the sexes. It
is necessary, then, to examine the romance historically to
establish the distinct . features of the form. This done, I
discuss the verse-romance in relation to the verse-novel.
Then, having examined a poem critics agree is a verse-romance,
William Morris' The Life and Death of Jason, I
attempt to determine whether Mrs. Browning's Aurora Leigh,
called by some critics a verse-romance, really fits my
definition of a verse-novel.
Having tested my definition in this manner, I briefly
examine other Victorian narrative poems critics have called
verse-novels or verse-novelettes to further establish its
validity. Finally, I offer a brief evaluation of the versenovel
in the Victorian Period.


identifier: Clarke, William <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Clarke=3AWilliam=3A=3A.html>   (1979) The employability characteristics of the 1978 teacher education graduates from Memorial University of Newfoundland.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The study was an attempt to determine the problems
associated with the movement of beginning teachers from
Memorial's Faculty of Education to the teaching force.
The purpose of the study was to gain a better understanding
of the kinds of problems encountered by these graduates in
their efforts to gain entry into their particular career.
The study was of particular importance since it was undertaken
during a period of declining enrollments and alleged
teacher oversupply.
The determinants of beginning teacher's occupational
attainment status were grouped into three categories:
(1) ascribed or background factors; (2) achieved factor-s,
and (3) personal, self-concept factors. Each set of factors
were comprised of a number of individual characteristics,
and investigated in order to determine their relative
influences upon the beginning teacher's success, or lack of
success, in obtaining a teaching appointment for the 1978-79
school year. The data were collected by the researcher
through two surveys; the first was at the time of graduation
and the second was shortly after the beginning of this
school year. The statistical analysis consisted of Pearson
product moment correlations and regression analysis.
The study found that the most influential determinants
of the beginning teacher's occupational attainment status were the efforts one places in their job . search, (an
inverse . relationship), the willingness of the individual
to relocate, the individual's participation in the internship,
as opposed to the regular, student teaching program,
the -number of family contacts already in the tea~hing
profession, and the presence of -qualifications enabling the
individual to teach either . French or special education.
Other characteristics investigated did not prove to be
significantly related to one'·s chances of obtaining employment
in the teaching profession.


identifier: Coldwell, Joyce Ione Harrington <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Coldwell=3AJoyce_Ione_Harrington=3A=3A.html>   (1977) Treasure stories and beliefs in Atlantic Canada.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
This study of treasure stories and beliefs from
Atlantic Canada is based on over 450 unpublished oral texts,
mainly from the Memorial University of Newfoundland Folklore
and Language Archive, and on published collections of material
gathered by folklorists from oral traditions in the
other Atlantic Provinces. Stories from the print tradition
were also examined. In all, nearly a thousand texts concerned
with treasure in Atlantic Canada were consulted.
The major patterns of concepts and interests found in
the narratives were examined for themselves and in an attempt
to discover the ways in which the treasure traditions of
Atlantic Canada resemble those of the United Kingdom, Ireland,
Western Europe and the eastern United States. No attempt has
been made to provide comprehensive citations, but sample
parallels, when available, have been given.
What treasure is believed to be, who buried it, where
it is buried, and what phenomena will indicate the presence
of a hidden hoard have all been considered. The methods for
finding and claiming a treasure have been discussed in both
magical and practical manifestations.
The dream of treasure was found to be far more important
than most folklore collections would indicate. It had
many variations in addition to the normally cited one of the treasure found through a dream.
The stories concerned with the treasure guardian
were found to be very popular, especially the narrative which
tells of the sacrificing of a man to watch the treasure.
Even when the story of the killing was not given in detail,
it was expected to be understood, as was the presence of the
sentinel with every pirate hoard.
The tradition of cursed treasure, although known elsewhere,
is little evidenced in published material. It was
found to be very strong in the oral tradition from Newfoundland,
and is frequently to be understood in stories from other
parts of Atlantic Canada, and elsewhere.
One treasure tradition found in Atlantic Canada has
rarely been noted from other areas, although it is known in
Maine, Ireland and Scotland: the conscious election not to
dig for a treasure. This decision not to look for the buried
gold was noted from Nova Scotia by Dr. Helen Creighton, and
was found to be very strong in the oral tradition. It .
lS
frequently associated with the dream of treasure, with the
fear of the treasure guardian, and with a belief in cursed
treasure. This active non-action of refusing to dig for a
known treasure would not have been noticed without the large
corpus of oral material available for the study.
Stories of treasure found and presumed found and their
function in a static economy have been discussed, as has the
function of fantasy in a basically realistic tradition of
treasure.
In the process of this study, the researcher attempted
to cover all available published material concerned with
treasure from North America, whether in journals, folklore
books or books for the popular market. Similarly, an
attempt was made to do the same for the United Kingdom and
Ireland. Here, however, in the absence of a comprehensive
bibliography, the researcher can only hope she has found the
bulk of the material readily available.
Hints in the published literature of treasure stories
and beliefs suggest that the patterns found in Atlantic
Canada would also be found in the oral traditions of the
eastern United States, of the United Kingdom, and of Ireland.


identifier: Dalziel, Alexander <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Dalziel=3AAlexander=3A=3A.html>   (2005) Science and society: Steven Shapin's sociological interpretations of science.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
In his books Leviathan and the Air-Pump (1985) and A Social History of Truth (1994),
Steven Shapin employed sociological interpretations of scientific knowledge. These
books examined the embryonic scientific community of seventeenth-century England,
particularly the role of Robert Boyle ( 1627-1691 ). Despite the constancy of his dedication
to sociological tools, these two books display considerable differences in how society is
used to interpret science. In Leviathan and the Air-Pump, Shapin and co-author Simon
Schaffer contended that social tension and strife defined the development of science. In
particular, they highlighted the role contemporary social and political struggles played in
sparking controversy between the natural philosophies of Robert Boyle and Thomas
Hobbes ( 1588-1679). In A Social History of Truth, Shapin argued that social factors such
as credibility and trust played a fundamental role in natural science. Boyle assembled a
strategy for establishing credibility using the tools that his local English and European
society and culture provided him. This thesis will contend that, despite its many insights,
Shapin's sociological agenda overreaches itself, and requires various philosophical and
historical considerations to shore up its historiographical standing.


identifier: Fisher, Peter <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Fisher=3APeter=3A=3A.html>   (1973) Report of an internship with the Chief Superintendent of Schools, Department of Education, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, September through December 1972 - special area of study: an investigation of private childcare centres in Newfoundland.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.


identifier: Frank, Beatrice <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Frank=3ABeatrice=3A=3A.html>   (2012) The conflict-coexistence continuum: a human dimension case study on wild boar management in Italy.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The expansion of human settlement into natural landscapes and the arrival of
species into rural and urban areas have led to frequent human-wildlife interactions.
Although such interactions can turn into positive or negative experiences for humans and
wildlife, researchers have conventionally looked at the negative side, focusing on
conflicts. This emphasis on conflict has represented a constraint to wildlife conservation ;
authorities have focused on reducing negative experiences,rather than on increasing
positive interactions between humans and wildlife.
The overarching goal of this dissertation is to address this gap by better
encompassing coexistence in conservation. Thus, this dissertation explores the concepts
of conflict and coexistence as related events along a continuous line, with major conflicts
positioned at one end, and the integration and acceptance of wildlife within the human
landscape at the other. The conflict-coexistence continuum was developed using a
framework that examines negative to positive feelings toward species in wildlife
management and conservation. The specific objectives of this study investigate how the
conflict-coexistence continuum and framework were shaped by: I) the format of the scale
used to explore this concept 2) the location in which participants' live; and 3) the
perceptions participants hold toward wildlife and its management. To investigate these
three objectives and implement the framework, a case study using wild boar was
completed in two protected areas of central Italy. Quantitative face-to-face interviews were carried out about wild boar and wild boar management in Circeo National Park (n=
801) and the Regional Nature Reserve Nazzano-Tevere-Farfa (n= 452).
While the emphasis on conflict outlined in this dissertation is not original,the idea
of integrating conflict and coexistence along a continuum as a way to achieve
conservation is new. As demonstrated in this dissertation, conflict and coexistence are
related concepts influenced by factors such as the location of participants, their
perception of species, and their specific interactions with wildlife. It is shown that
researchers and managers should not simply focus on addressing negative experiences
between humans and wildlife. They should also be creative and innovative in using
coexistence interactions to increase the public's willingness to tolerate wildlife in their
proximity.


identifier: Fraser, Joy <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Fraser=3AJoy=3A=3A.html>   (2011) A taste of Scotland?: representing and contesting Scottishness in expressive culture about haggis.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
This thesis investigates the corpus of expressive cultural materials that have
developed, over the past two and a half centuries, around haggis as a symbol and
stereotype of Scottish ethnicity. Interpreting the dish as a key site of "the contention that
is Scotland" (McCracken-Flesher 2002), I argue that these diverse cultural texts and
traditions encode multiple and often competing representations of Scottishness as created
and disseminated by both in- and outsiders.
The thesis explores three strands within the expressive culture surrounding the
dish. Firstly, it traces the emergence of haggis as a culinary stereotype of Scottishness
within eighteenth-century English cultural discourse, as part of the caricature of the
"beggarly Scot." The exoteric construction of haggis as distinctively Scottish is
contextualised as part of a much wider cultural phenomenon, whereby derogatory
representations of their food and eating habits were used to stigmatise the Scots as
England's closest ethnic Other. The evolution of such stereotypes reflects the complex
tensions inherent in Anglo-Scottish relations throughout this period.
Secondly, I consider the motif of the grotesque body as a prominent theme within
expressive cultural portrayals of haggis. Two distinct but interrelated manifestations of
this theme are identified and discussed: 1) a preoccupation with the dish's physiological
effects on the bodies of its consumers; and 2) the frequent figuration of haggis itself as a
grotesque body. I argue that in these depictions the dish acts as a culinary metaphor for the Scottish body politic, embodying competing conceptualisations of Scottishness as
represented from esoteric and exoteric perspectives.
Thirdly, I analyse the dish's status as a contested symbol of Scottish identity
among Scots themselves. I examine its role within the symbolic iconography by which
Scotland has traditionally represented itself to the outside world, and its subsequent
entanglement in debates concerning the authenticity and cultural legitimacy of such
representations. These issues are further explored through a case study of the ritual that
sun-OlInds the dish in the context of the annual Burns Supper and other public
celebrations of Scottishness.


identifier: Gamage, Dona Ashoka Sriyani <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Gamage=3ADona_Ashoka_Sriyani=3A=3A.html>   (2003) Use of chitosan for the removal of metal ion contaminants and proteins from water.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Chitin is the second most abundant natural biopolymer after cellulose and is
distributed in the shells of crustacea and cuticle o f insects and also in the cell wall of
some fungi. Chitosan is the deacetylated product of chitin. Chitosan has been used in a
number of fields such as agriculture, the food industry and medicine. Both chitin and
chitosan are recognized as excellent metal ligands, forming stable complexes with many
metal ions. In particular, chitosan is considered one of the best natural chelators for
transition metal ions and an effective protein coagulating agent.
The processing discards of shellfish pose major technological problems, mainly
due to their insolubility in water and resistance to biodegradation. Direct use o f crab
processing discards is generally discouraged due to the obnoxious odour of putrefying
shells, therefore, value-added utilization of their discards is of paramount importance.
In the treatment of crab processing discards to extend their usable shelf-life, five
different chemical treatments were used. Fresh samples of crab processing discards were
treated by dipping in 1 % formaldehyde, formic acid, acetic acid, sodium bicarbonate or
sodium hydroxide solution. Experiments were con.d ucted at two temperatures ranges; 4-
7°C and 20-25°C. The samples were evaluated for sensory characteristics by a seven -
membered panel and the results were recorded. Chitin isolated from crab processing
discards was deacetylated in order to produce three types of chitosan (Types 1, 2 and 3).
Chitosans so prepared were evaluated for their capacity to chelate single metal ion
solutions containing Co²⁺, Fe²⁺, Ni²⁺, Cd²⁺, Mn²⁺, Zn²⁺ and Cu²⁺. Then, the three chitosan
types were tested for their capacity to chelate metal ions in samples of water obtained
from a zinc minining site, Buchans, Newfoundland. Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid
(EDT A) was used as the reference chelating agent. The capacity to chelate single metal
ions by chitosan and EDTA was determined by a colourimetric method and metal
chelation capacity of wastewater was determined by inductively coupled plasma-mass
spectrometry (ICP-MS) at three pH levels (5,6 and 7). Chelation and recovery of metals
from aqueous solutions using a column containing chitosan was also determined by ICP MS. Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid was used to recover metal ions that were chelated
by chitosan in the column. Chitosan served as an effective coagulating agent in removing
proteins from waste water.
Out of the tested treatments, 1 % formaldehyde served best in controlling the foul
odour development both at 4-7°C and 20-25°C followed by formic acid. Due to possible
carcinogenicity of formaldehyde, formic acid could be best utilized in controlling foul
odour of crab wastes. At all pH levels tested, EDTA exhibited the highest chelation
capacity. At pH 5, chitosan served best for metal ion chelation and pH 7 was best for
metal mixtures in waste water. Metal chelation by a column method for single metal ions
showed over 98% chelation both at 50 and 100 ppm except for Co²⁺ while gave a metal
recovery of 52-97%. For mixtures of metal ions, except Co²⁺, exhibited 94% chelation
and metal recovery was 24-90%. Chitosan Type 1 showed the best protein flocculation
ability followed by Types 2 and 3 chitosan.
Encouraging results for metal chelation and recovery by the prepared chitosan and
protein flocculation reveal that crustacean processing discards can be converted to useful
environmentally friendly material for wastewater purification.


identifier: Martin, Glynn R. <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Martin=3AGlynn_R=2E=3A=3A.html>   (2005) An investigation into the underlying genetic determinates in obesity using the candidate-gene association approach and microarray technology.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Introduction: (1) Ghrelin is a peptide and has been suggested involved in energy
metabolism. (2) Physical activity plays an important role in the regulation of body fat.
Generally, the body composition of obese people tend to be resistant to negative energy
balance. Little is known, however, with respect to the molecular mechanism and basis
underlying the differences of responsiveness between obese and non-obese humans.
Methods: This study consists of two parts: ( 1) Genetic association of 3 single nucleotide
polymorphisms (SNPs) in the ghrelin precursor gene (GHRL) with obesity phenotypes in
the NL population ( 1182 subjects); (2) A global gene expression study of abdominal
subcutaneous adipose tissue (ASAT) and comparison between lean and obese young men
(10 subjects) in response to a 7-day aerobic exercise protocol using whole genome
mRNA microarrays. Results: No significant association of any of the variant sites and
body compositions or serum lipids was found in allele, genotype and haplotype analyses.
In microarray experiment, the discoveries include, and to our knowledge the first time
reported the differential regulations: 1) 6 inflammatory-related genes (SMPD3, CERK,
ASAH2, ST3GAL5, ILJRIJ, and AGTRJ) within obese ASAT; 2) the genes in the lipolytic
pathway (PRKACA, SLC27A6, ADCY6, ADCYAPJ, PPPJCB, DGAT2, and VLDLR); 3)
the genes in the protein tyrosine phosphatase (PTP) pathway (PTPNJJ, PTPRD, and
PTPN3) related to insulin sensitivity; 4) PPARA and PPRCJ that may favourably control
energy metabolism in lean individuals, while not in obese. Conclusion: ( 1) The SNPs
investigated within GHRL were not significantly associated with the variations of body
composition and lipids in the NL population; (2) The genome-wide mRNA microarray expression study revealed many major differences of ASA T between obese and nonobese
at the molecular level, with respect to the regulation of inflammation, lipolysis and
insulin sensitivity.


identifier: Glynn, Tracy <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Glynn=3ATracy=3A=3A.html>   (2006) Community-based research on the environmental and human health impacts of a laterite nickel mine and smelter in Sorowako, Indonesia.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Community-based research between Memorial University of Newfoundland and the
Indigenous Sorowako Association (KW AS) assessed the environmental and potential
human health impacts of an operational three-decades old laterite nickel mine and smelter
in Sorowako, Indonesia. An active air sampler and health questionnaire were used in this
study to assess seasonal and diurnal patterns of air quality and prevalent health
conditions.
Air was sampled with the use of a high volume air sampler to determine average total
suspended particulates (TSP) and airborne metal concentrations. Twelve-hour air samples
were collected over approximately five days and five nights during both the dry and rainy
seasons in six communities. The six communities were located at different distances and
directions from the nickel mines and smelter. Air samples were also collected at a
reference site located further away from the smelter during the rainy season only. The
composition of various metals was analysed by Inductively Coupled Plasma-Mass
Spectrometry (ICP-MS). Twenty-four hour dust fall accumulation in approximately 20
households in the seven communities previously mentioned, as well as in 20 homes
located on Lake Matano were recorded with an area standardized Kim wipe swipe.
Communities closer to and downwind from the smelter had significantly higher mean
TSP values in the day of the dry season than communities further away from the smelter.
Average concentrations of nickel, cobalt and chromium were higher in the day than in the night in the dry season in communities closer to and downwind from the smelter. There
was only a slight significant regression of airborne nickel concentration with increasing
distance from the smelter in the day of the dry season (Linear r²= 0.276, p=0.006, Linear
r²= 0.066, p=0.207) but not in the night of the dry season. Dust fall accumulation did not
vary significantly among the communities, except in Kampung Baru, a site also exposed
to sawmill dust.
A confidential health questionnaire administered by community volunteers assessed
potential links between prevalent health conditions and mining and smelting in the area.
Twenty households were selected in a convenience sampling in the eight communities
where dust fall accumulation was also studied. Adult and child versions of the
questionnaire focused on respiratory and skin health conditions but also surveyed
prevalence of other illnesses, and health determinants.
Questionnaire responses showed that some health conditions typical of exposure to
airborne particulates and nickel, such as asthma, rhinitis, and skin tumours, were more
prevalent in areas closer to and downwind from nickel mining and smelting compared to
Malili, a community located further away from the mines and smelter. Several positive
correlations between ambient air pollution levels, dust fall accumulation in households,
and health conditions typically found in nickel industrial areas suggested a potential
human health impact of mining and smelting.
The community-based investigation provided a foundation for the community to
continually monitor, assess, and address environmental and health concerns.


identifier: Hamdani, Daood Ul Hasan <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Hamdani=3ADaood_Ul_Hasan=3A=3A.html>   (1966) The role of public finance in the economic development of Newfoundland, 1949-64.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The purpose of this study is to analyze the role of
public finance in the economic development of Newfoundland
since 1949. The thesis starts with a discussion of some of
the imminent economic problems of the Province and a description
of those features of its economy which have bearing
on public revenue and expenditure. A short history of public
finance in the Island is sketched from the second half of the
19th century highlighting the financial features which culminated
in Confederation in 1949. A survey of public revenue.
and public expenditure is presented with a view to show how
I conducive the structure of revenue and pattern of expenditure
is to the development of Newfoundland The accuracy of
revenue is discussed and the elasticity of individual· tax
revenues is calculated. Finally capital formation is discussed
in relation to fiscal policy and comparison is made between
public and private capital formation.
Some of the principal findings of this thesis are:
1. Although the revenue from provincial sources has increased
rapidly yet the federal aid remains the biggest source of
revenue.
2. The common argument that conditional grants distort the
provincial priorities does not apply in the case of Newfoundland.
3. Revenue raised from provincial sources suffers from a
high degree of rigidity due to earmarking of funds for
certain uses and due to low elasticity of tax revenue
4. The revenue estimates suffer from a bias towards under estimation and there is no definite evidence of improvement in them.
5. While public expenditure on material and supplies has been increasing over the years, social welfare has remained the top priority despite the inadequacy of social capital.
6. Public capital formation accounts for a high share of total capital formation and the gross rate of public capital accumulation has been much higher than that of the private.


identifier: Hatfield, E.A. <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Hatfield=3AE=2EA=2E=3A=3A.html>   (1990) Investigation of a plasmid-associated heat stable protease produced by Pseudomonas fluorescens T20.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Pseudomonas fluorescens T20, a psychrotroph of milk origin produces an
extracellular heat-stable protease which in large quantities causes spoilage of milk
and milk products. The protease was purified by affinity column chromatography
using carboxy-D-phenylalanine-triethylenetetramine Sepharose 4B. It was shown
to have a molecular weight of 44,000.
Two mutant strains of P. fluorescens T20 were generated using N-methyl- N'nitro-
N•-nitrosoquanidine. The extracellular extracts of both mutants were shown
by immunoprecipitation to be negative for the presence of the heat-stable
protease. The intracellular extracts in turn were tested by immunoprecipitation
and only one, the Type A mutant strain, showed the presence of cross reacting
material. Thus two types of mutants were generated, one which could express the
sequence encoding the heat-stable protease but which was unable to export the
protease out of the cell and another, which could not express or export the heatstable
protease. The mutant strains were designated Type A and Type B
respectively.
The genetic origin of the heat-stable protease was investigated and it was
determined that the resident plasmid in P. fluorescens T20 carried the gene
encoding the heat-stable protease. The plasmid had a molecular weight of 44.06
Kbp. A 3.3 Kbp Sal 1 fragment was cloned from the plasmid into the vector,
pUC12. The cells transformed with the recombinant shov.-ed phenotypic
expression of the heat-stable protease. In furtherance of the attempt to find that
region of the plasmid encoding the heat-stable protease a restriction endonuclease
map of the plasmid was constructed.


identifier: Healey, Brian <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Healey=3ABrian=3A=3A.html>   (2004) Segmented regression: a robust approach.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

title: Segmented regression: a robust approach

abstract:
Robust estimators are developed for the segmented regression model, a model
consisting of two linear segments separated by a change-point. Julious (2001)
introduced a method to estimate parameters in the case of unknown changepoint.
The focus of this practicum is on robustifying the Julious algorithm
via iteratively re-weighting, extending the work of Julious (2001). Simulation
studies are conducted to assess the performance of the iterative re-weighting.
The methods are applied to a physiological data set studied by Julious, and
to two stock-recruit data sets from fisheries science .


identifier: Hough, Christopher Michael <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Hough=3AChristopher_Michael=3A=3A.html>   (2008) Cell type specific TGF-β induced activation of Erk1/2.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The Transforming Growth Factor-Beta (TGF-β) family is a collection of structurally
related peptides. These growth factors are involved in a variety of cellular processes
such as apoptosis, differentiation, and proliferation. TGF-β binding to a
Serine/Threonine kinase receptor complex causes the recruitment and subsequent
activation of transcription factors known as Smad2 and Smad3. These proteins then
translocate into the nucleus and either negatively or positively regulate gene
expression. TGF-β acts in a cell type specific manner; cellular proliferation is induced
in mesenchymal cells and inhibited in epithelial cells. In this study, we define a novel
Smad-independent pathway leading to the phosphorylation of extracellular signal
regulated kinase (Erk) in a cell type dependent fashion. Erk activation is seen in
mesenchymal cells, but not in cells of epithelial origin. Phosphotidylinositol3-Kinase
(PI3K) appears to function upstream of Erk by activating cdc42/Racl and
subsequently p21-Activated Kinase2 (PAK2). P AK2 activity was shown to be
integral to Erk activation through the phosphorylation of c-Raf at Ser338, a site
important for c-Raf activity. The MEK kinases were found to act directly upstream of
Erk as the presence of U0126 abolishes TGF-β induced Erk phosphorylation.
Furthermore, Erk activity is critical in TGF-β induced fibroblast proliferation, likely
through its interactions with transcription factors such as Smads and c-myc.
Moreover, we have shown a direct interaction between Erk and Smads during TGF-β
stimulation. Phosphorylation of Serine residues 245, 250, and 255 within the linker
region of Smad2 was observed after induction of Erk. Interestingly, this phosphorylation event was localized within the nucleus. Together, this data shows a
new signaling pathway utilized by TGF-β receptors that interacts with and regulates
the classical Smad signaling pathway and TGF-β induced proliferation in fibroblasts.


identifier: Huang, Yu-Huei Ivy <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Huang=3AYu-Huei_Ivy=3A=3A.html>   (2004) An investigation into the role of human mesoderm induction-early response 1α (hMI-ER1α) in regulating growth of human normal and breast carcinoma cells.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Mesoderm induction ~arly response 1 (mi-er 1) was first isolated as a novel
fibroblast growth factor (FGF)-inducible immediate-early gene activated during
mesoderm induction in Xenopus embryos (Paterno et al., 1997). The human orthologue
of mi-er 1 shares 91% similarity to the Xenopus sequence at the amino acid level. Human
mi-er 1 was shown to be highly expressed in breast carcinoma cell lines and breast
tumours while remaining barely detectable in normal breast cell lines and breast tissue
(Paterno et al., 1998). In addition, hMI-ER1 was found to interact with estrogen receptor
a (Savicky et al., unpublished data) whose dysregulated expression contributes to breast
tumour development. These data suggest that the expression of human MI-ER1 is
associated with the neoplastic state in breast cancer.
The alternate use of a facultative intron at the 3' end of hmi-er 1 gives rise to two
major protein isoforms, hMI-ER1α and hMI-ER1β. Transcripts encoding the~ isoform
are predominant in almost all tissues. Interestingly, the potent nuclear hormone receptor
interaction motif (LXXLL; L represents leucine and X represents any amino acid) is
present only in the C-terminus ofhMI-ERlα and hmi-er1α mRNA is observed mainly in
endocrine tissues (Paterno et al., 2002). Sequence analysis also revealed that the only
bona fide nuclear localization signal (NLS) is located in the C-terminus of~ isoforms
(Paterno et al., 2002), suggesting distinct cellular functions ofhMI-ERlα and β isofonns.
With all the conserved, functional protein domains, hMI-ER1 was found to interact with
various transcriptional and growth regulatory proteins. Such interactions will be
important for modulating cell growth in normal and neoplastic cells.
In this study, we investigated the functional role of hMI-ERlα in regulating
growth of normal and breast cancer cells. Transient overexpression of hMI-ERlα
suppressed growth of normal cell lines, but has no significant effect on three breast
carcinoma cell lines. In contrast, blocking hMI-ERlα expression by antisense strategy
resulted in growth-inhibitory effects on breast cancer cell lines. And the preliminary data
from Hoechst staining suggests that the growth-suppressive function of antisense hMIERlα
in breast carcinoma cell lines is not due to induction of apoptosis.


identifier: Hülse, Peter <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/H=FClse=3APeter=3A=3A.html>   (2012) Sedimentary records of climatically controlled river and sediment discharge in Hudson Bay and Labrador since 10,000 YR BP.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
In order to evaluate possible effects of climate change on freshwater discharge in
northeastern Canada, and to place recently observed changes in freshwater discharge in
an appropriate temporal and global framework of change, the sedime ntary record offshore
the Great Whale River (GWR) in Hudson Bay and in Nachvak and Saglek Fjords,
Labrador, were analyzed in terms of climatic and river discharge proxies.
Results of AMS¹⁴C mass accumulation rates at the GWR suggest that a warming
climate may lead to increasing water and sediment discharge. An inferred offshore shift in
sediment deposition during the past ~150 yr (determined from ²¹⁰Pb and ¹³⁷Cs sediment
radiochemistry) was re lated to a more energetic marine environment as a result of
decreased sea-ice coverage and may already be a signal of global warming. Additionally,
a fluctuati on in the magnetic susceptibility (MS) record of 195-263 years is inferred to be
a signal of te rrestrial minerogenic input related to variability in the hydrologic cycle.
Overall , consistent TOC, TN, C/N, and δ¹³C values suggest that no major changes in
paleoenvironme ntal processes controlling carbon and nitrogen burial conditions occurred
during the past ~2000 yr.
The sediment cores from Nachvak and Saglek Fjords date to ~9,800 yr BC and
~5,400 yr BC, respectively. Ice-rafted debris contents implies a continuous net decrease
in sea-ice cover until the end of the Holocene Thermal Maximum (-2,000 yr BC). After
2000 yr BC, sea-ice cover increased again during the Neoglacial cooling. This trend is
accompanied by increasing productivity (determined from TOC, TN, TOC, and δ¹³C).
These trends are likely related to orbitally-forced Milankovitch-scale variations in insolation. Relatively low sedimentation during the Temperate Period, which was of
supposedly high meltwater discharge, is inferred to the presence of glacial lakes, trapping
sediment and re routing freshwater discharge. Higher frequency variability in the MS
record appears to be related to a solar forced ~1000 yr cyclicity and in Nachvak Fjord
rates of input of terrestrial minerogenic matter appear to increase during warmer intervals
relative to colder periods. This is interpreted as a sign of increased precipitation and river
discharge during warm periods (the same trend like at the Great Whale River). Similar
cyclicity is apparent in Saglek Fjord. Dating uncertainties, however, preclude precise
correlations between the fjords or Labrador, and Hudson Bay. In Saglek Fjord, however,
an increase in sediment accumulation rate (SAR) was recorded during the Little Ice Age
(LIA) (the opposite trend to that of the Great Whale River). More detailed dating would
Improve the understanding of the ancient climate-river discharge interactions of NE
Canada.


identifier: Janes, Matthew <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Janes=3AMatthew=3A=3A.html>   (2004) De Passion simple à se perdre: l'apprentissage du lecteur d'Annie Ernaux.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Passion simple et Se perdre semblent au prermer regard raconter la même
histoire : une affaire amoureuse entre la narratrice et un étranger. La plupart des
critiques sont d'accord sur Passion simple: il s'agirait d'une autosociobiographie. Se
perdre, au moment de la rédaction du present document, n'a pas encore été analysé.
Ce mémoire explorera la relation entre Passion simple et Se perdre afin de
démontrer que ce dernier n'est pas un journal intime, mais un travail littéraire qui sert
à enseigner au lectorat comment la lecture de Passion simple aurait dû avoir lieu. Une
analyse sémiotique de Se perdre exposera le vrai but du livre: de rédiger un Texte qui
enseigne à son lecteur à lire le travail de l'auteur.


identifier: Kereži, Vesna <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Kerez==030Ci=3AVesna=3A=3A.html>   (2013) Meanings of hunting in Gorski kotar, Croatia.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
This study investigated the cultural and social aspects of hunting in the
region of Gorski kotar, Croatia, by exploring meanings and perceptions of hunting
to hunters and non-hunters. Specifically, it explored attitudes toward hunting,
motivations to hunt, and the particular roles of hunting in the social and natural
environment. Similar motivations for hunting were identified by both groups but
their opinions regarding the relative importance of each motive varied greatly.
Three levels of the function of hunting were recognized (i.e., personal benefits,
services to local community and services to ecosystem). Hunting was perceived as
an inseparable part of wildlife management and received a great level of support
from all groups. This study helped to identify the challenges for hunting in Gorski
kotar and indicated the potential strategies that can support the continuation of
hunting in this region, and with it the benefits it provides the social and natural
environment.


identifier: Kilfoil, Maria <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Kilfoil=3AMaria=3A=3A.html>   (1997) ²H NMR studies of the effect of the DPPC/DPPG ratio on bilayer properties in the presence of Ca²⁺.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
The presence of Ca²⁺ ions in the aqueous medium is known to influence the physical
properties of bilayer membranes containing charged phospholipids such as dipalmitoylphosphatidylglycerol
(DPPG). 2H NMR has been used to study the effect of Ca²⁺ on
the order, dynamics and phase behaviour of bilayers containing mixtures of the anionic
DPPG and a neutral lipid with identical acyl chains, dipalmitoylphosphatidylcholine
(DPPC), dispersed in aqueous solutions. The effect of bilayer surface charge in this
system was investigated by varying the DPPG/DPPC ratio in the presence of excess
Ca²⁺. It was found that Ca²⁺ alters the temperature and width of the liquid crystal
to gel bilayer transition and the quadrupole echo relaxation times of chain deuterons in
a way which depends on the proportion of negatively charged lipid in the bilayer. The
observed effects are consistent with a Ca²⁺-induced reduction in area per lipid of liquid
crystal bilayers containing DPPG. The results do not support a preferential association
of Ca²⁺ with the DPPG headgroup or segregation into DPPG or DPPC domains. The
introduction of a negatively charged lipid component into DPPC membranes may alter
the hydrogen bonding or modify the water layer, or both, resulting in changes in the
adiabatic bilayer motions.


identifier: Kuo, P. Dwight <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Kuo=3AP=2E_Dwight=3A=3A.html>   (2005) Topology and dynamics of an artificial genetic regulatory network model.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
This thesis presents some of the methods of studying models of regulatory networks
using mathematical and computational formalisms. A basic review of the
biology behind gene regulation is introduced along with the formalisms used for modelling
networks of such regulatory interactions. Topological measures of large-scale
complex networks are discussed and then applied to a specific artificial regulatory network
model created through a duplication and divergence mechanism. Such networks
share topological features with natural transcriptional regulatory networks. Thus, it
may be the case that the topologies inherent in natural networks may be primarily
due to their method of creation rather than being exclusively shaped by subsequent
evolution under selection.
The evolvability of the dynamics of these networks are also examined by evolving
networks in simulation to obtain three simple types of output dynamics. The networks
obtained from this process show a wide variety of topologies and numbers of genes
indicating that it is relatively easy to evolve these classes of dynamics in this model.


identifier: Loganathan, Kavithaa <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Loganathan=3AKavithaa=3A=3A.html>   (2005) Electrochemical studies of conducting polymers.  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
This project addresses the development of low band gap organic materials with
high intrinsic conductivity which remains a big challenge for many conducting polymer
based applications. New bridged bithiophene and fluorene systems were investigated.
Results proved that the linkage of two bridged bithiophene moieties by a double bond,
and bridging fluorene moieties by sulphur atoms can produce low band gap materials
with low-lying LUMO energy levels. This new approach to the design of low band gap
materials compliments the strategy of introducing electron withdrawing groups at an sp²
carbon bridging a bithienyl precursor for producing n-type conjugated low band gap
systems.
Advanced polymerization techniques such as copolymerization (polymerization
from solution of two monomers), homopolymerization of a comonomer (a molecule
containing both monomer units) and working electrode rotation during polymer growth
were developed to tune band gaps and enhance intrinsic conductivities. Investigations of
copolymers with conjugated bridged bithiophene and fluorene systems support the donor
acceptor strategy for band gap reduction. Hence, by advanced synthetic strategies, the
band gap of a polythiophene derivative was tuned from 1.0 e V to 0.1 e V and its intrinsic
conductivity was improved by an order of magnitude. Further, a variety of polyfluorene
derivatives with band gaps ranging from 1.2 eV to 0.8 eV were synthesized and structureconductivity
relationships were studied. These materials may have potential uses in
electrochromic displays and related applications.


identifier: Lomond, P. Allison <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Lomond=3AP=2E_Allison=3A=3A.html>   (2005) Report of an educational psychology internship at Harlow College, Harlow, England including a research report on how Harlow College can better meet the needs of women returners.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
To fulfill the requirements for the degree of Master of Education in School Counselling,
this report provides an overview of the Author's internship experiences and research at Harlow
College in Harlow, Essex, England. The report is divided into two sections: The Internship and
the Research Component.
The first section provides a rationale for an Internship in England, a description of the
internship setting including: a brief history of Harlow Town; a description of Harlow College
facilities; a discussion of experiences; and recommendations for future graduate students.
The second section is a summary of the Author's research at Harlow College. This
research examined how Harlow College can better meet the needs women returners or re-entry
women, as commonly referred in the English literature. The results of this qualitative research
suggest Harlow College is meeting many of the needs of women returners, however, there are
still areas where improvements could be made. Some of the suggested recommendations
include: affordable creche facility on campus; better lighting in the parking lot and on campus; a
mandatory session with a careers guidance person for all women returners (full and part-time); an
orientation session for all mature returners; scholarships for women returners; alternate teaching
and evaluation methods; flexibility and accommodations to students who may have to miss time
due to family commitments; support groups for mature students; and counselling services.


identifier: Lu, Chung-Cheng <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Lu=3AChung-Cheng=3A=3A.html>   (1973) Systematics and zoogeography of the squid genus Illex (oegopsida; cephalopoda).  Doctoral (PhD) thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
A study of the systematics and the distribution of the squid genus Illex Steenstrup, 1880 was made, utilizing specimens and data from the collections of various institutions throughout the world. The thesis begins with an extensive survey of the literature on the four species of this ommastrephid genus.
Three species, Illex illecebrosus (Lesueur, 1821), I. coindetii (Verany, 1837) and I. argentinus (Castellanos, 1960) are here described and illustrated in detail, together with a modified description of I. oxygonius Roper, Lu and Mangold, 1969. Neotypes of I. illecebrosus and I. coindetii are established.
A selection of morphometric characters are studied to determine
the growth pattern of each species. The growth patterns are expressed
as linear regressions between the mantle length and various measurements
and indices standard in teuthoid systematics.
The taxonomic and morphometric characters of all four species
are compared. Strong sexual dimorphism in the head dimensions, arm
lengths and sucker sizes exist in I. coindetii, I. oxygonius I argentinus. Sexual dimorphism involving these characters in I. illecebrosus is not apparent.
The bathymetric range of I. illecebrosus is 0-500 m.
During its inshore migration in Newfoundland waters it is in
relatively shallow water of 15-30 m, in the Chesapeake Bay region
it is concentrated in the upper 150 m. The bathymetric range of I. coindetii is 0-1080 m, but concentrated at 200-500 m in the Gulf
of Mexico and at 400-600 m in the Caribbean Sea. In the eastern
Atlantic, I. coindetii is found at 160-320 min the Blanes region of
Spain, 200-250 m along the Algerian coast, 40-500 m in the PortVendres
and Las Rosas region, and at 37-485 m in the Gulf of Guinea.
The bathymetric range for I. argentinus is 0-800 m and that of I oxygonius is 50-555 m with greatest concentration at 50-300 m in the
Chesapeake Bay region.
All four species appear to exhibit diel vertical migration
in that they are closely associated with the bottom during the daylight
hours and disperse at night.
The relationship between the occurrence of Illex and basic
hydrographic conditions, e.g., temperature, salinity, and density
are analyzed insofar as the available data permits. I. coindetii and I. oxygonius inhabit warmer, more saline water, while I. illecebrosus and I. argentinus are distinctly boreal and antiboreal species,
inhabiting less saline cold water.
Noting the amphi-Atlantic distribution of I. coindetii, yet
the lack of collections from the mid- Atlantic region, it is postulated that the distribution is associated with the gyre of water
circulation in the northern Atlantic. The most important limiting
factor appears to be temperature.
All four species are valid, although some characteristics
commonly associated with cephalopod taxonomy are felt to be of little
importance in delineating the species of this genera. It is further
suggested that greater importance be given to some characters not
commonly employed.


identifier: Lu, Ping <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Lu=3APing=3A=3A.html>   (2007) Fibre bragg gratings and their sensing applications.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Fibre Bragg gratings have been investigated for their sensing of environmental
parameters, including temperature, humidity, axial strain, bending and flow rate. The
changes in different environmental parameters result in monotonous spectrum shift of the
fibre Bragg gratings. The sensitivities of acrylate-coating fibre Bragg grating on
temperature, axial strain and flow rate are 0.0102 nm/⁰C, 0.732 pm/με and 0.0092 nm/cm³s⁻¹, respectively. The sensitivities of polyimide-coating fibre Bragg grating on
temperature, humidity and axial strain are 0.0094 nm/°C, 2.60 pm/%RH and 0.99 pm/με,
respectively. The experimental results on the polarization characterization indicate that
the maximum polarization dependent loss of a single mode polyimide-coated fibre Bragg
grating and the Bragg wavelengths corresponding to the fast-axis mode and slow-axis
mode of a polarization maintaining fibre Bragg grating will increase with the rising
temperature.
We propose and demonstrate for the first time that a new multiplexed fibre Bragg
grating sensor system is capable of achieving simultaneous measurement of different
measurands. The multiplexed sensor system, which consists of two fibre Bragg gratings
with different coating materials of acrylate and polyimide, exhibits distinguishable
characteristics to different measurands owing to the unique hygroscopic and swelling
properties of the polyimide coating. Experimental results on the simultaneous
measurement of temperature and saccharinity/salinity indicated corresponding sensitivities of 0.0102 nm/°C and 0.0012 nm/°Bx I 0.0038 nm/%. Simultaneous
measurement of temperature and axial strain has also been achieved.
The results achieved in this thesis are promising for applications on multimeasurand,
quasi-distributed and in-situ sensing measurement using multiplexed FBG
sensors.


identifier: MacDonald, Donald M. <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/MacDonald=3ADonald_M=2E=3A=3A.html>   (2004) Pharmacists' expectations of a pharmacy network: a baseline evaluation.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
This study was carried out to determine community pharmacists' perceived value
of a pharmacy network prior to its implementation. A questionnaire was mailed to all 435
community pharmacists practicing in Newfoundland and Labrador in 2002, with 217
completed questionnaires returned (49.9% response rate). Overall, 90.3% of community
pharmacists agreed drug utilization review would be an important function of the
Pharmacy Network; reducing prescribing problems was found to have the strongest
support (91.3%). For eight measures of computerized physician order entry, agreement
ranged from 69.6% to 97.2%, with removing problems with illegible hand writing
receiving the strongest support. Although suspected adverse reactions appears to be under
reported, 87.6% of community pharmacists indicated they would report more if it could
be done electronically. Considerable support was found for four measures related to
payment for pharmaceutical services (range 82.9% to 89.4%), with a higher proportion of
female pharmacists indicating they would expect payment. Younger pharmacists, and/or
those working in urban areas, had a higher perceived value of a pharmacy network than
older pharmacists and/or those working in rural areas. Differences in perceived value of
a pharmacy network was also found between education levels and years practicing and
gender.


identifier: Majić, Aleksandra <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Majic==0301=3AAleksandra=3A=3A.html>   (2007) Human dimensions in wolf management in Croatia: understanding public attitudes toward wolves over time and space.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
Most of human dimensions studies are one-shot case studies that focus on how attitudes and
beliefs vary across different interest groups. As such they fail to allow for more spatially
flexible management, comparisons of data and evaluations of implemented activities.
Consequently such human dimensions studies fail to fairly inform management as a dynamic
and goal-driven process. We carried out personal structured interviews with the residents of
three regions within the Croatian wolf range in 1999 (n=1209) and repeated the study in
2003 (n=1172). We found that atti1udes were more positive in the north (Gorski Kotar) than
in the southern regions (Lika and Dalmatia). Beliefs did not vary amongst the three regions.
Fear of wolves was the strongest predictor of attitudes. Knowledge was not important in
predicting attitudes but did influence fear of wolves. Changes in attitudes were documented
in Lika and Dalmatia with attitudes shifting towards more neutral position. Using human
dimensions: research as an evaluative tool can help the managers to be more adaptive and
thus effective in their management solutions.


identifier: Mallick, Taslim S. <https://research.library.mun.ca/view/creator_az/Mallick=3ATaslim_S=2E=3A=3A.html>   (2004) Observation-driven regression models for time series of counts.  Masters thesis, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

abstract:
There are many situations in practice where one may encounter time series of counts.
For example, one may require to analyse a time series of number of tourists or time
series of number of patients for a particular disease mainly for the purpose of forecasting
of a future count. The analysis of this type of time series of counts is, however, not
adequately addressed in the literature. One of the main difficulties in analysing such
a time series is the problem of modelling the autocorrelations of the count responses
recorded sequentially. In this thesis, we first use an observation-driven correlation
model for both stationary and non-stationary Poisson count data. When count responses
are subject to overdispersion, one may use a time series of negative binomial
counts to analyse such overdispersed and correlated data. There exists a random
effects based parameter-driven approach to model this type of time series of negative
binomial counts. This approach, however, has some pitfalls as it is difficult to interpret
the correlations of observations through the correlations of the random effects.
As a remedy, following McKenzie (1986, Adv. Appl. Probab.) we use an observationdriven
correlation model to fit correlated negative binomial stationary data. Next we
generalize this to the non-stationary data.
As far as the estimation of parameters is concerned, we follow Sutradhar (2003,
Statistical Science) and use a generalized quasilikelihood approach for the estimation
of the associated regression parameter. The overdispersion and correlation parameters
are estimated by using the well-known method of moments. This estimation approach
yields consistent estimates for all parameters of the model. This consistency property
is examined through a simulation study for stationary and non-stationary Poisson as well as negative binomial count data. The estimation method is illustrated by using
a real life data that was earlier analyzed by Zeger (1988, Biometrika). We have also
developed the formulae for forecasting a future count for the stationary Poisson and
negative binomial time series. The performance of the forecasting functions is also
examined through a simulation study.