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Identification and characterization of a novel microsomal enzyme involved in cardiolipin synthesis and remodeling
(University of Waterloo, 2018-05-17)Cardiolipin (CL) is a specialized dimeric phospholipid predominantly found in the inner mitochondrial membrane in eukaryotes. Following de novo synthesis, the acyl chains of CL are remodeled in a manner that is tissue- and ... -
Identifying Determinants of Performance for Females Completing a Paramedic Physical Employment Test
(University of Waterloo, 2023-06-02)Background: Sex disparities exist in employment and injury rates in the paramedic sector. Low success rates among females attempting physical employment standards could explain the elevated injury risk among female paramedics. ... -
An Identity Theory and Social Cognitive Theory Examination of the Role of Identity in Health Behaviour and Behavioural Regulation
(University of Waterloo, 2005)The self has been identified as the ?psychological apparatus that allows individuals to think consciously about themselves? (Leary & Price Tangney, 2003, p. 8). Further, the self has been identified as a worthwhile ... -
The impact of compressive force magnitude on the in vitro neutral zone range and passive stiffness during a flexion–extension range of motion test
(Taylor & Francis, 2015-02-23)The objective of this work was to examine the influence of compressive force magnitude on a functional spinal unit’s (FSU) flexion–extension neutral zone measured during pure moment (PM) tests. Each porcine cervical FSU ... -
The Impact of Training on Naming and Producing Actions to Novel Objects
(University of Waterloo, 2010-05-06)Visual object similarity, action similarity and semantic information are believed to influence both object naming and action production. The Naming and Action Model (NAM) developed by Yoon, Heinke, and Humphreys (2002) ... -
Impairments in glucose and lipid metabolism in breast cancer patients
(University of Waterloo, 2013-01-08)BACKGROUND: Breast cancer patients typically present with unhealthy body composition (high fat mass and low muscularity) near diagnosis. These body composition characteristics often worsen during treatment and ultimately ... -
In Search of Manual Asymmetries in Aging during Performance of Activities of Daily Living: Does Upper Limb Performance Become More Symmetric with Age?
(University of Waterloo, 2013-09-27)Introduction: A common disorder arising most frequently after a left hemisphere stroke is limb apraxia. Limb apraxia is a deficit of skilled movement, such as performance of activities of daily living (ADLs), that is not ... -
IN VITRO AND IN VIVO BIOMECHANICAL INVESTIGATION OF THE CLINICAL PRACTICE OF DISC PROLAPSE PREVENTION AND REHABILITATION
(University of Waterloo, 2007-09-10)Underlying this thesis is the McKenzie school of thought, a physiotherapy approach that teaches clinicians to recommend particular exercises to their clients in an attempt to accelerate recovery/ prevent recurrence of disc ... -
Incorporating Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention into Organizations’ Management Systems
(University of Waterloo, 2015-04-09)Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) – for example, low back pain or shoulder tendinitis -are prevalent disorders with significant economic burdens to organizations and personal costs to workers. The approaches to prevent these ... -
Individuality in balance control: Using conventional analytical & machine learning approaches to reveal person-specific differences in standing balance control.
(University of Waterloo, 2023-08-31)The balance control system ensures that humans can perform tasks in a variety of postures despite bipedal stance being inherently unstable. It manages this instability by producing motor outputs that are appropriate to ... -
The influence of acute aerobic exercise on excitability and rapid plasticity in the primary motor cortex
(University of Waterloo, 2016-04-22)The aim of this thesis was to explore the influence of a single session of aerobic exercise on excitability changes and markers of short-term plasticity in the human primary motor cortex (M1). To that end, this thesis ... -
Influence of acute and chronic glutathione manipulations on coronary vascular resistance and endothelium dependent dilation in isolated perfused rat hearts
(University of Waterloo, 2011-01-25)Glutathione (GSH), a 3-amino acid compound is ubiquitously expressed in eukaryotic cells and is the most abundant low molecular weight thiol. The importance of GSH is highlighted by its multitude of effects. Within the ... -
Influence of AMPK and ROCK Inhibition on Contractile Responses in Isolated Carotid Arteries in Adult and Aged WKY and SHR Rats
(University of Waterloo, 2014-08-28)AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) is emerging as an important regulator of vascular function and is proven to affect vascular tone. Here we investigate how AMPK inhibition in arteries from both young and aged normotensive ... -
The influence of an acute bout of aerobic exercise on cortical contributions to motor preparation and execution
(University of Waterloo, 2013-02-01)Increasing evidence supports the use of physical activity for modifying brain activity and overall neurological health (Hillman et al, 2008). Specifically, aerobic exercise appears to improve cognitive efficacy with regards ... -
Influence of area 5 on primary motor cortex: a paired-pulse TMS investigation in healthy adults
(University of Waterloo, 2010-10-27)The neural correlates that underpin fine motor control of the hand and their connections with the primary motor cortex (M1) require further investigation. Brodmann’s area 5 located in the superior parietal lobule (SPL) is ... -
The influence of body mass on posture, pressure distribution and discomfort during prolonged driving.
(University of Waterloo, 2007-09-27)Background: Currently, if traveling the posted speed limit, the typical commuter driver in the Toronto Metropolitan area will travel round trip upwards of 60 minutes a day to work (Heisz and LaRochelle-Cote, 2005). As ... -
The influence of body orientation relative to gravity on egocentric distance estimates in immersive virtual environments
(University of Waterloo, 2022-01-26)Virtual reality head mounted displays (VR-HMD) are a flexible tool that can immerse individuals into a variety of virtual environments and can account for an individuals head orientation within these environments. Additionally, ... -
The Influence of Dual-tasking on Cortical Responses Associated with Instability
(University of Waterloo, 2017-10-12)Recent literature has revealed evidence of cortical involvement in reactive balance control. Using electroencephalography, event-related potentials (ERP) have been shown to be consistently evoked in response to a perturbation ... -
The influence of increased passive stiffness of the trunk and hips on balance control during reactive stepping
(Elsevier, 2019-07)Background Age-related changes, which include increased trunk and hip stiffness, negatively influence postural balance. While previous studies suggest no net-effect of trunk and hip stiffness on initial trip-recovery ... -
The Influence of Low-Load High-Repetition Resistance Exercise and Sex on the Metabolic Properties of Skeletal Muscle
(University of Waterloo, 2020-02-04)INTRODUCTION. The findings of exercise trials have shown that women are better able to initiate aerobic metabolism and are less reliant on anaerobic energy stores. The effect that LL-HR resistance exercise and sex has on ...