Strain engineering is a powerful approach to modify the band structure, magnetic interactions, and transport properties of thin films. Strain distorts the lattice and can lower its symmetries. Strain can make a non - ...

Fair allocation under feasibility constraints is computationally challenging, even for relaxed notions such as envy-freeness up to any item (FEFx). Under generalized assignment constraints and general additive valuations, ...

Problem solving is a fundamental skill, essential not only in academic contexts but also in everyday life. In STEM disciplines such as mathematics and physics, problem solving plays a crucial role: it is both a key learning ...

High-temperature superconductors have attracted significant attention for their potential role in advancing scalable quantum technologies, particularly in low- loss electronic systems and superconducting devices. Among ...

Science curricula emphasise the need to connect the science learned at school with out of classroom experiences and phenomena, as well as to learn more than just scientific facts. This thesis analyses student discourse in ...

Online Convex Optimization (OCO) traditionally deals with a single loss function per round, but modern applications often involve multiple conflicting objectives like accuracy and latency. This thesis investigates ...

Before any movement is executed, the brain is thought to prepare the complex motor circuit by initializing it. A similar case of planning can be seen in the form of Introductory Notes (INs) in Zebra finches (Taeniopygia ...

This study explores how environmental stressors, such as heat and pollution, are perceived and studied in middle school science textbooks. As environmental degradation is happening day by day, it is important to explore ...

Uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC) are the leading cause of urinary tract infections, causing a serious threat to global public health. The ability of UPEC strains to sense and adapt to host-associated environmental ...

The coherence of laser light is a fundamental property that plays a crucial role in precision measurements, interferometry, and quantum technologies. Understanding the physical mechanisms that determine laser linewidth and ...