Master of Science thesis defence in Computer Science
Clement Frimpong Osei, a Master of Science candidate in the Department of Computer Science, will defend his thesis titled “Application of L-Fuzzy Relation to Social Choice Theory” on Friday, August 23 at 11 AM., in PL600F.
The examination committee includes Melanie Pilkington, Chair; Michael Winter, Supervisor; Ke Qiu, External Examiner (Brock University); and Beatrice Ombuki-Berman and Renata Queiroz Dividino, Committee Members.
Computer Science, FMS, Thesis defence
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Clement Frimpong Osei, a Master of Science candidate in the Department of Computer Science, will defend his thesis titled “Application of L-Fuzzy Relation to Social Choice Theory” on Friday, Aug. 23 at 11 a.m.., in Plaza building room 600F.
The examination committee includes Melanie Pilkington, Chair; Michael Winter, Supervisor; Ke Qiu, External Examiner (Brock University); and Beatrice Ombuki-Berman; and Renata Queiroz Dividino, Committee Members.
Computer Science, FMS, Thesis defence
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Alicia Martin, a Doctor of Philosophy candidate in the Department of Physics, will defend her thesis titled “Monte Carlo Validation of Dose, Quality Assurance Protocols and Shielding in Radiation Therapy” on Wednesday, Aug. 21 at 1 p.m., in Plaza building room 600F.
The examination committee includes Brian Roy, Chair; Thad Harroun, Supervisor; Kevin Ross Diamond, External Examiner (McMaster University); Shahryar Rahnamayan, Internal External Examiner, and Kirill Samokhin and Edward Sternin, Committee Members.
FMS, Physics, Thesis defence
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Samiha Tasmin, a Master of Science candidate in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, will present her major research project (MRP) titled “The Impact of Exchange Rate Data on Canadian Inflation: An FPCA and Group LASSO Approach” on Monday, Aug. 19, 2024, at 10:30 a.m., virtually.
The examination committee includes Tianyu Guan, Supervisor; and Xiaojian Xu, Supervisory Committee Member.
FMS, Mathematics and Statistics, Thesis defence
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Master of Science thesis defence in Biological Sciences
Fardad Pirri, a Master of Science candidate in the Department of Biological Sciences, will defend his thesis titled “Regulation of social behaviour via oxytocin receptor signaling in the caudodorsal lateral septum in Long-Evans male and female rats ” on Friday, August 2 at 12 PM., in PL600F.
The examination committee includes Jeff Stuart, Chair; Cheryl McCormick, Supervisor; Brian C. Trainor, External Examiner (University of California, Davis); and Gaynor Spencer and Stephen Glasgow, Committee Members.
Biological Sciences, FMS, Thesis defence
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Master of Science thesis defence in Biological Sciences
Fardad Pirri, a Master of Science candidate in the Department of Biological Sciences, will defend his thesis titled “Regulation of social behaviour via oxytocin receptor signaling in the caudodorsal lateral septum in Long-Evans male and female rats ” on Friday, August 2 at 12 PM., in PL600F.
The examination committee includes Jeff Stuart, Chair; Cheryl McCormick, Supervisor; Brian C. Trainor, External Examiner (University of California, Davis); and Gaynor Spencer and Stephen Glasgow, Committee Members.
Biological Sciences, FMS, Thesis defence
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Gregory Foran, a PhD in Biological Sciences candidate, will defend his thesis titled “Mechanistic Insights into the Notch signalling pathway through Molecular Condensation” on Tuesday, July 23rd at 1 p.m.
The examination committee members are Elizabeth Vlossak, Chair; Aleksandar Necakov, Supervisor; Rhett A. Kovall, External Examiner (University of Cincinnati); Thad Harroun, Internal Examiner; and Jeff Stuart and Gaynor Spencer, Committee Members.
Biological Sciences, FMS, Thesis defence
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Master of Science thesis defence in Computer Science
Abhishek Kumar, a Master of Science candidate in the Department of Computer Science, will defend his thesis titled “Towards Trustworthy AI: Investigating Bias and Confidence Alignment in Large Language Models” on Monday, July 15, 2024 at 11 AM, in PLZ 600F.
The examination committee includes Melanie Pilkington, Chair; Ali Emami, Supervisor; Robson De Grande, External Examiner (Brock University); and Renata Queiroz Dividino and Naser Ezzati-Jivan, Committee Members.
Computer Science, FMS, Thesis defence
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Exciting News from Sam Langdon!
Join us in congratulating Sam from the MSc thesis program in Computer Science, a recipient of the prestigious 2024-25 Vector Scholarship in AI!
With a $17.5K award towards her master’s degree, Sam has demonstrated exceptional promise and dedication to advancing AI innovation. This recognition underscores the Vector Institute‘s commitment to nurturing the next generation of AI talent and pushing the boundaries of what’s achievable in this remarkable field.
We can’t wait to see the impact Sam will make as she enhances her AI skill set and contributes to the forefront of AI innovation. Congratulations, Sam!
This is a Cross-Post from the Department of Computer Science.
Award, Computer Science, FMS, Vector
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Master of Science thesis defence in Earth Sciences
Pierre Simiganoschi, a Master of Science candidate in the Department of Earth Sciences, will defend his thesis titled “Multi-Scale Analysis of Climate Change: Case Study of Major Canadian Wine Areas” on Friday, May 31 at 9:30 AM., in PL600F.
The examination committee includes Melanie Pilkington, Chair; Uwe Brand, Supervisor; Anthony Shaw, External Examiner; and John Menzies and Martin Head, Committee Members.
Earth Sciences, FMS, Thesis defence
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