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Student Research
Welcome to the student research page for the School of Occupational and Public Health. Here you will find research projects performed by our students under the supervision of our fabulous team of faculty researchers. Please find links to published journals, created websites, and .pdfs of student research (research papers or posters).
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Posters
- " (PDF file) Beach Water Monitoring Programs in Ontario: An Assessment of Publicly Available Information and variations in Communication"
By: Valerie Fernandes, Supervised by: Dr. Tustin and Dr. Young - " (PDF file) Analysis of Water Quality in Campus Drinking Water Fountains: Detection of E. coli and Coliform"
By: Sidra Fatima, Supervised by: Dr. Ong and Dr. Sekercioglu - " (PDF file) Assessment of Lighting Levels in Indoor Pools"
By. Jia (Alison) Pan, Supervised by: Dr. Hon
- " (PDF file) Opportunities and Barriers to the Implementation of Active Transportation Infrastructure in Canadian Cities"
By: Monika Staniszewski, Supervised by: Dr. Sekercioglu - " (PDF file) WHMIS Training Options in Ontario"
By: Methusha Thanabalasingam, Supervised by: Dr. Tenkate
Publications
- "Evaluating Misinformation on YouTube About Washing Produce Before and During the Covid-19 Pandemic." (external link)
Verma, G., Young, I., & Sekercioglu, F. (2023). Food Protection Trends, 43(2): 161-166.
Posters
- " (PDF file) Investigating Noise Pollution on University Campus Toronto Metropolitan University"
By: Jia (Allison) Pan, Arashdeep Gill, and Emira Refal-Gray, Supervised by: Dr. Abdoli-Eramaki
Conference Presentation
- "Enhancement of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) through managing the impact of changes due to 14.0 implimentation"
Presented at Administrative Sciences Association of Canada (ASAC) 2023 Conference.
By: Ameena Naqvi Supervised By: Dr. Aida Haghighi and Dr. Thomas Tenkate
Publications
- "A Legislative Scan and Literature Review of Lifeguard Staffing Requirements at Public Swimming Pools in Canada. (external link) "
By: Gomez, A., Young, I., & Hon, CY. (2022). Environmental Health Review, 65(2): 57-62.
Publications
- "Compliance of Bathers to Showering Before Swimming in a Public Pool in Toronto, Ontario. (external link) "
Omisakin, O. & Young, I. Environmental Health Review (2021). 63(4): 107-113.
Posters
- (PDF file) "Smoking prohibition outside buildings of public health importance in Toronto"
By Melissa Soong, Supervised by Dr. Thomas Tenkate
Other Projects
- (PDF file) "Safety data sheets as a hazard communication tool: an assessment of suitability and readability"
By: Kevin Ho and Dr. Thomas Tenkate
- "Relationship between falling accidents and health factors among Canadians in working age."
By: Tina Alhooei Nazari and Stephen Bosevski, supervised by: Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- "Exploring the effect of music in promoting health and well-being of university students in the Covid-19 era."
By: Noori Kim, supervised by: Dr. Fatih Sekercioglu
- "The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the mental health and well-being of university students in Canada."
By: Jennifer Ramos, supervised by: Dr. Fatih Sekercioglu
- "Food safety and availability for university students during the Covid-19 pandemic."
By: Sylvia Lu, supervised by: Dr. Fatih Sekercioglu
- "Hearing protection and level of perception using 3M earplugs at different points of insertion."
By: Nicole Titkai, supervised by: Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- "A global perspective on controlling west nile virus: identifying efficient and effective public health strategies."
By: Stella Triboi, supervised by: Dr. Fatih Sekercioglu
- "Challenges of food safety and security during the Covid-19 pandemic across Canada."
By: Aimen Azfar, supervised by: Dr. Fatih Sekercioglu
- "Insights of the water-food-energy nexus: a future direction to mitigate COVID-19 shock on biofuel provisions in Canada."
By: Jiuqi Ma, supervised by: Dr. Fatih Sekercioglu
- "Risk factors related to low back pain."
By Carmel Hilal, supervised by: Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
Publications
- "Spactial Distribution and Characteristics of Restaurant Inspection Results in Toronto, Ontario, 2017-2018" (external link)
By: Ng, DL., Harris, A., Oiamo, TH., & Young, I. (2020), Food Protection Trends, 40(4): 232-240.
Posters
- (PDF file) “Ice safety assessment in Toronto food premises related to handling protocols and microbiological analysis”
By Amir Kavehei, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum
- (PDF file) "Barriers and Opportunities to Use Hand Sanitizers among Ryerson Students"
By Wail Alhantoush, Supervised by Dr. Fatih Sekercioglu
- (PDF file) “Evaluating Food Safety of Meal-Kit Delivery Subscription Services in Canada"
By Allison Lianne Gomes, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Exposure to mild occupational noise and brain malleability in recognizing words”
By Evita Maria Pinero, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- (PDF file) “Comparison of noise levels in GTA restaurants using four evaluation methods”
By Thanusha Kengeswaran, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
Research Papers
- (PDF file) “The Effect of Dine Safe Food Safety Disclosure System on the Patronage of Customers”
By Svitlana Andriy Barysheva, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum
- (PDF file) “Investigating Food Safety Implications of Meal Kit Delivery SubscriptionServices in Toronto”
By Katrina Mickanuck, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Ian Young
Website
- “Development of eCHAP - a chemical hazard assessment e-tool”
By Jeremiah Joo, Supervised by Dr. Thomas Tenkate
Other Projects
- “Waste management strategies and environmental footprint for the Hatch Ltd. corporate head office”
By Elen Avagyan, Supervised by Dr. Nima Khakzad
- "Microbiological quality of medium-rare burgers sold in the city of Toronto"
By Aisha Maryam Choudhary, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Jordan Tustin
- “Microbiological quality of Vietnamese Pho ingredients in Toronto”
By David Shenghan Di, Supervised by Dr. Eric Liberda & Dr. Richard Meldrum
- "Ryerson Ride Report Recaps”
By Daniel Huynh, Supervised by Dr. Kathryn Woodcock
- “Comparison of Health Indicators Across Ontario Public Health Units for Identifying Local Needs for the Delivery of Public Health Services and Programs"
By Suman Kanotova, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris & Dr. Eric Liberda
- “Joint health and safety committees as change agents: an exploratory qualitative case study in two Ontario firms”
By Amy Nguyen, Supervised by Dr. Linda Rothman
- “Compliance of bathers to showering before swimming in a public pool in Toronto”
By Oluyemisi Bukola Omisisakin, Supervised by Dr. Ian Young
- “Joint health and safety committees as change agents: an exploratory qualitative case study in two Ontario firms”
By Harrison Kloke, Supervised by Dr. Linda Rothman
- "Food Safety Education Practices and Perceptions survey among Family Physicians in Toronto”
By Mir Sanim Al Mamun, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum
- “Examining the association between diabetes and traditional activities among off-reserve First Nations, Métis and Inuit adults in the 2012 Aboriginal Peoples Survey”
By Hillary Miller, Supervised by Dr. Eric Liberda
- “Relevance of 2007 Regent Park Social Development Plan (SDP) to Current Social Service Accessibility of Toronto Community Housing (TCH) Residents in Regent Park”
By Shazzenely Mohamed Nalir, Supervised by Dr. Fatih Sekercioglu & Dr. Jordan Tustin
- “The relationship between traditional pursuits and perceived mental and physical health among adult Aboriginal Peoples living off-reserve in Canada using the 2012 Aboriginal Peoples Survey"
By Hallah Kassem, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris & Dr. Eric Liberda
Publications
- "Safe Food Refrigeration Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of University Students"
(external link) Obande, D. & Young, I. (2020), British Food Journal, 122(4): 1085-1098.
- "Comparing Infrared and Probe Thermometers to Measure the Hot Holding Temperature of Food in a Retail Setting" (external link)
Rohit, C., Moos, M., & Young, I. (2019), Food Protection Trends, 39(1): 74-83.
- "The Missing Ingredient: Food Safety Messages on Popular Recipe Blogs" (external link)
Morrison, E. & Young, I. (2019), Food Protection Trends, 39(1): 28-39.
Posters
- (PDF file) “Design and prototype of multi-level interactive game representing risk assessments made by children in their interaction with amusement rides and devices”
By Shereen Abdo, Supervised by Dr. Kathryn Woodcock
- (PDF file) “A review of hygienic maintenance techniques in float spas across Canada”
By Jasna Borisov, Supervised by Dr. Melissa Moos & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Microbiological quality and handling practices of cooked pizza from a selection of pizzeria’s in Toronto’s north region”
By Aeri Chung, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Determining the use of HACCP principles in small food premises in Toronto, ON"
By Samantha Goyer, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Vaccination Coverage Uptake and Awareness Among Public Health Students in a University in Ontario”
By Megan Hadubiak, Supervised by Dr. Jordan Tustin
- (PDF file) “Microbiological analysis of Kitfo in Toronto, Canada”
By Peter Krol, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Occupational Health and Safety Professionals and Ethical Challenges: A Scoping Review”
By Mahmoud Shoukri, Supervised by Dr. Thomas Tenkate
- (PDF file) “Process for improving accident narratives in amusement ride industry”
By Randa Messalam, Supervised by Dr. Kathryn Woodcock
- (PDF file) “Spatial distribution and characteristics of restaurant inspection results in Toronto”
By Deborah Ng, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Evaluating safe food refrigeration knowledge, attitudes and practices among university students at Ryerson University: A cross-sectional study”
By David Obande, Supervised by Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “A review of foodborne outbreaks in plant-based meat substitutes”
By Shateena Sirithar, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Indicator Bacteria Found in 26 Ready-To-Eat Salads Containing Kale and Spinach from 12 Retail Stores in Toronto, Ontario, Canada”
By Rebecca Theissler, Supervised by Dr. Eric Liberda, Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Melissa Moos
- (PDF file) “Importance of Surface Disinfection in an Athletic Centre"
By Hamzah Abid, Supervised by Dr. Thomas Tenkate
- (PDF file) "Smoking Prohibition Outside Buildings of Public Health Importance in Toronto"
By Melissa Soong, Supervised by Dr. Thomas Tenkate
Other Research Projects
- “Microbiological causes of food recalls in Canada from 2011 to 2018”
By Cyril Akwo, Supervised by Dr. Jordan Tustin
- “Evaluating the Relationship between Classroom Indoor Environmental Quality and in-class Comprehension among Ryerson students"
By Sumayah Baker & Sarah Mohamed Basheer, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- “A critical review of extreme heat events and Public Health Unit response in Ontario, Canada”
By Jussi Dayna Biswas, Supervised by Dr. Eric Liberda & Dr. Richard Meldrum
- “An investigation of noise levels in shopping mall food courts in Toronto, ON”
By Ali Cowieson, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
- “Evaluation of Canadian Workers’ Ergonomic Knowledge and Experience”
By Manpaul Singh Gill, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- “Indoor Air Quality of Pools - Comparative Analysis”
By Khayati Patel, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
- “The Surface Microbiology of the Electronic Menu”
By Destiny Lam, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Melissa Moos
- “Analysis of Cannabis Policies on University Campuses across Ontario”
By Fariha Mosaddeque, Supervised by Dr. Jordan Tustin
- “Walls to Wellness: Hurdles Hindering Health Research in Ontario”
By Kelly Persaud, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris
- “The Association between Child Marriage and Intimate Partner Violence in Afghanistan”
By Mavra Qamar, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris & Dr. Jordan Tustin
- “Instantaneous Assessment of Respirable Diesel Particulate in Three Toronto Bus Terminals during Rush Hour”
By Rachel Irvine, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
Posters
- (PDF file) “A review of food safety information available to immune-compromised individuals in Ontario”
By Eman Abdullahi Alas Ali, Supervised by Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Microbiological quality of steak tartare in Toronto, Ontario”
By Hanadey Abdul-Muhsen, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Field attenuation of individual orchestra shields”
By Wahaj Alam, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- (PDF file) “Microbiological quality of fermented rice and kimchi produced in Toronto Restaurants”
By Lizette Dalisay, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Melissa Moos
- (PDF file) “Occupational health and safety hazards among public health inspectors: A cross-sectional study”
By Lyudmila Golovskaya, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon & Dr. Jordan Tustin
- (PDF file) “Exploring the need mandatory availability of epinephrine auto-injectors in Toronto restaurants”
By Manuela Hermida, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum
- (PDF file) “An analysis of needlestick and sharps inhuries among hospital employees”
By Melissa Isada, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Jordan Tustin
- (PDF file) “Review of food safety policies for ready-to-eat raw meat products”
By Michael Jensen, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum, Dr. Melissa Moos & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “New workstation design that might reduce Ergonomic injuries among Off-loaders in a mail distribution company”
By Stephen Jessup, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- (PDF file) “Simulation of symmetrical lifting to determine proper load distribution on the body joints using 3DSSPP software”
By Harrison Kloke, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- (PDF file) “Noise in Aquatic Facilities: A pilot study on Public Exposure and perception”
By Jana Lowry, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
- (PDF file) “Do smartphone Apps provide accurate illuminance measurements for Occupational Health and Safety applications?”
By Randa Messalam, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- (PDF file) “An investigation of container type on temperature of milk in Toronto coffee shops”
By Sundas Fatima Mirza, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Melissa Moos
- (PDF file) “Ergonomic design that might reduce the Ergonomic risk factors among Pre-loaders in a mail distribution company in Toronto”
By Jacob Mole, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- (PDF file) “Evaluation of food safety messages on online recipe blogs”
By Emily Morrison, Supervised by Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Identifying gaps in the knowledge of trending global health topics in first-year university students”
By Nicole Robertson, Supervised by Dr. Jordan Tustin
- (PDF file) “Comparing infrared and probe thermometers to measure the hot holding temperatures of food in a retail setting”
By Chirag Rohit, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum, Dr. Melissa Moos & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Practical and cultural barriers to contraceptives in the Ryerson University community”
By Ananda Singh, Supervised by Dr. Jordan Tustin
- (PDF file) “Effect of commute mode on workplace arrival alertness and satisfaction: a pilot study”
By Sarah Swayze, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris
- (PDF file) “Measures of alcohol, caffeine and cannabis use and risk relationships to Parkinson’s disease”
By Paige Tocher, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris
- (PDF file) “Noise in indoor pools: Levels and perceptions of workers”
By Yidong (Annie) Zhan, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
Other Research Projects
- “Office ergonomics assessment at Ryerson University using CSA standard”
By Elvin Tse, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
Posters
- (PDF file) “Analysis of indoor air quality and presence of mould in indoor swimming pools”
By Milena Agababova, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
- (PDF file) “Mercury exposure in a First Nation community”
By Nawal Almohamad, Supervised by Dr. Eric Liberda
- (PDF file) “Evaluation of WNV risk assessment tool for Region of Peel, 2011-2016”
By Manjinder Bamotra, Supervised by Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Importance of food handlers certification to ensure safe food handling”
By Rijwana Haque, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Jordan Tustin
- (PDF file) “Comparing occupational noise levels of building restoration sites with different noise management guidelines”
By Laura Hodges, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
- (PDF file) “A preliminary study on the surface cleanliness of shared condiment bottles in Toronto burger restaurants”
By Ricky Huang, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Melissa Moos
- (PDF file) “Impact of poor hygiene practices and secondary contamination on diarrheal diseases in children under five years of age”
By Tasnuva Iqbal, Supervised by Dr. Corinne Ong
- (PDF file) "Bugged Out: entomophagy safety risks and legislative review”
By Nicole Juchniewicz, Supervised by Dr. Melissa Moos & Dr. Ron Pushchak
- (PDF file) “Microbial levels in Kibbeh Nayyeh”
By Mahmoud Kanaan, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum, Dr. Jordan Tustin & Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “The relationship between construction and west nile virus”
By Adam King, Supervised by Dr. Ian Young
- (PDF file) “Jurisdictional scan of food safety management programs: emphasis on small operators”
By Joshua Laite, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Ian Young
- (powerpoint file) “Noise and illumination analysis in offices in Ryerson University located in downtown Toronto”
By Rachel Irvine, Tsz Ming Suen, Derek Tam, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- (PDF file) "Accurate or not? Smartphone sound level meter apps - A research study"
By Shivangi Patel and Travis McLennon, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli and Dr. A. Bahar
- (PDF file) “Contaminated Imported Vietnamese herbs retailed in the City of Toronto”
By Diana Nguyen, Supervised by Dr. Corinne Ong
- (PDF file) “Maternal health experiences in Ghana and Canada: A comparative qualitative study of a Ghanaian immigrant perspective”
By Reinholdine Olympio, Supervised by Dr. David Zakus
- (PDF file) “Issues and solutions for remote research”
By Elena Pasko, Supervised by Dr. Eric Liberda
- (PDF file) “An assessment of public indoor swimming pool air quality from the perspective of an employee”
By Shivangi Patel, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
- (PDF file) “The effectiveness of common methods of cold-holding on the temperature of milk”
By Marissa Perrella, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Melissa Moos
- (PDF file) “Bacillus cereus and Biryani: an analysis of the microbiological quality and food premises trends in the City of Toronto”
By Scott Szyiko, Supervised by Dr. Richard Meldrum & Dr. Melissa Moos
- (PDF file) “Perceptions of lead exposure in First Nation hunters”
By Alan Tran, Supervised by Dr. Eric Liberda
- (PDF file) “Visitor perceptions of Indoor air quality in swimming pools”
By Kelly White, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon & Dr. Melissa Moos
- (PDF file) “Smoking prohibition outside building entrances on campus: is it working?”
By Hantong Zou, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris
- (PDF file) “Trends in participation in population-based case-control studies of occupational risk factors”
By Yang Luo, Supervised by Dr. Anne Harris
- (PDF file) “Personal exposure assessment of non-electric ice resurfacer operators in ice rinks"
By Travis McLennon, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
- (PDF file) “Office ergonomics analysis of staff and workplaces in Ryerson University”
By Yat Lai Chong, Lexley Deus, Tsz Ming Suen, Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
Other Research Projects
- “Reduction of asbestos particulate exposure in diamond drilling core shack through ventilation system modification”
By Fatema Zaman, Supervised by Dr. Chun-Yip Hon
Publications
- (PDF file) "Microbiological Quality and Handling Practices of Ice Served in Selected Downtown Toronto Food Premises"
Awuor, L., Thompson, S., Thompson, B., Liberda, E., & Meldrum, R. (2016), Environmental Health Review, 59(3): 83-87.
Posters
- (powerpoint file) "Do you lift a load from the ground properly? Part I-Kinematics: Kinematic evaluation of lifting among Untrained, Trained and Trainers"
By Mohamed Mohamud, Joseph Janabi and Melina Agababova Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
- (powerpoint file) "Biomechanical evaluation of Lifting Techniques Among Untrained, Trained and Trainer"
By Joseph Janabi, Mohamed Mohamud and Sonya Isufi Supervised by Dr. Mohammad Abdoli
Publications
- "Human Exposure to Soil Contaminants in Subarctic Ontario, Canada" (external link)
Reyes, ES., Liberda E., & Tsuji LJ. (2015), International Journal of Circumpolar Health, 74: 1.
- (PDF file) "Achieving Control of Occupational Exposures to Engineered Nanomaterials"
Juric, A., Meldrum, R., & Liberda, E. (2015), Journal of Occupational and Environmental Hygiene, 12(8): 501 - 508.
Posters
- " (PDF file) Exploring the Multifaceted Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Long-Term Care Home Infection Control"
By: Eunice Tunggal, Supervised by: Dr. Bustillo-Lecompte and Dr. Meldrum - " (PDF file) Food Allergy Labelling and Accommodation on Non-chain Restaurant Websites and Menus in Toronto, 2023-2024"
By: Rawan Nahle, Supervised by: Dr. Young - (PDF file) "Evaluation and Lessons Learned From COVID-19 Public Health Social Marketing Capaigns"
By: Kristina Lee Him, Supervised by: Dr. Tustin
- " (PDF file) Risk Communication Outrage Factors by Public Health Officials in Ontario During the COVID-19 Pandemic"
By: Sumayya Fatima, Supervised by: Dr. Liberda and Dr. Tenkate - " (PDF file) OHS Awareness of Immigrant vs Canadian Construction Workers"
By: Hazel Polat, Supervised by: Dr. Abdoli-Eramaki and Dr. Hon
Oral Defences
Conference Presentation
- "Unmasking Risk Factors for Truck Driver Safety - A Systematic Literature Review"
Presented at: International Conference on Occupational Safety and Health at Work (ICOSHW)
By: Sana Chodri, Supervised by: Dr. Aida Haghighi and Dr. Zolfagharinia
Posters
(PDF file) "Is there a relationship between social marketing campaigns and vaccine uptake in young adults age 18 to 26?"
By: Kristina Lee Him; Supervised by: Dr. Tustin