The Vault: Electronic Theses and Dissertations
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This collection is the result of a joint project between the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Libraries and Cultural Resources which provides Graduate students with the opportunity to archive their thesis with University Archives in our digital repository.
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The electronic theses and dissertations on this site are for the personal use of students, scholars and the public. Any commercial use, publication or lending of them in libraries is strictly prohibited.
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Thebe ya Sechaba: A History of the Botswana Defence Force, c. 1977-2007
(Arts, University of Calgary, 2021-01-11)The protracted liberation struggles of Southern Africa that began in the 1960s, particularly in Rhodesia (Zimbabwe today) eventually prompted the Botswana government to establish its own defence force in 1977. Due to ... -
Ecological and behavioural factors affecting philopatry and life history patterns of yellow-bellied marmots (Marmota flaviventris) in the southern Alberta prairie region
(Science, University of Calgary, 2021-01-11)The personality of an individual greatly influences its fitness. Yet, most conclusions about fitness, are often drawn from a population level perspective. In this thesis, I underline the importance of studying personality ... -
The Influence of Risk Perception on Health Behaviour in Adults with Cardiovascular Disease: A Constructivist Grounded Theory Study
(Nursing, University of Calgary, 2021-01-05)Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is recognized as a significant contributing factor to the global burden of chronic illness. Fortunately, CVD is a largely preventable disease; the challenge may lie in identifying accurate ... -
Transformational Approaches to Cultivating Environmental and Cultural Reconciliation Through Post-Secondary Field Schools
(Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary, 2021-01)This research study explored socially engaged transformational education through consideration of educational responses to the current challenges and opportunities of cultural and environmental reconciliation. There is an ... -
Exploring the spatial-math link: The impact of tailored visual memory interventions for children with MLD
(Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary, 2021-01-08)Research has demonstrated that a link exists between spatial abilities and mathematics, with both receiving recognition for their influence on academic and professional achievements. Gaps in the research exist however ... -
On the Spectral Efficiency and Energy Efficiency Analysis of Cache-Enabled Heterogeneous Networks with Device-to-Device Communication and Cooperative Transmission
(Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, 2021-01-07)The Heterogeneous network (HetNet) is a viable candidate for achieving high spectral efficiency (SE) and energy efficiency (EE) in fifth-generation (5G) networks. Cache-enabled HetNets with device-to-device (D2D) communication ... -
Classification Models for Multivariate Non-normal Repeated Measures Data
(Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, 2021-01-08)Multivariate repeated measures data, in which multiple outcomes are repeatedly measured at two or more occasions, are commonly collected in several disciplines (e.g., medicine, ecology, environmental sciences), where ... -
Shoe Bending Stiffness and Muscle-Tendon Unit Function in Running
(Kinesiology, University of Calgary, 2021-01-08)The latest records set during long-distance running competitions have been attributed to recent footwear midsole innovations. One of these midsole innovations that has been claimed to have large effects on biomechanical, ... -
Dietary Protein Interacts with Prebiotic Fiber to Modulate Energy Balance and Body Composition
(Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary, 2021-01-05)Background: Incidence of obesity is increasing throughout the world. Dietary supplementation of protein and fiber have been individually demonstrated to promote weight loss. However, less is known, about the underlying ... -
The Role of Adipose HIF1a in Drosophila Hypoxia Tolerance
(Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, 2021-01-06)Animals often develop and live in environments where environmental factors are constantly fluctuating. One of these factors is oxygen, and low oxygen, or hypoxia, is quite harmful to most animals. However, some have developed ...