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Microreactor synthesis of labelled polyphenols : a route to antibacterial modes of action in important hospital pathogens (2011)
Thesis
Betts, J. P. (2011). Microreactor synthesis of labelled polyphenols : a route to antibacterial modes of action in important hospital pathogens. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212471

The aims of the PhD were to synthesize deuterium labelled epicatechin in a microreactor, discover if theaflavin and epicatechin possess antibacterial action against important hospital pathogens and to determine if synergy exists between polyphenols a... Read More about Microreactor synthesis of labelled polyphenols : a route to antibacterial modes of action in important hospital pathogens.

Investigation into the post-mortem transport of benthic foraminifera (2011)
Thesis
Kelham, A. (2011). Investigation into the post-mortem transport of benthic foraminifera. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212239

Palaeoenvironmental reconstruction using foraminifera relies on the assumption that assemblages reflect the ecological conditions at the time of deposition. However, the distribution of taxa can be greatly affected by transport and reworking of tests... Read More about Investigation into the post-mortem transport of benthic foraminifera.

Effect of resection of localised pancreatic cancer on tissue-factor promoted pathways of thrombosis, cell invasion and angiogenesis (2011)
Thesis
Echrish, H. H. J. (2011). Effect of resection of localised pancreatic cancer on tissue-factor promoted pathways of thrombosis, cell invasion and angiogenesis. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212008

Pancreatic (PC) is the eleventh most common malignancy in the UK but it has the poorest prognosis of all human adenocarcinoma. The autopsy, epidemiological and clinical studies have consistently identified PC as one of the most highly angiogenic and... Read More about Effect of resection of localised pancreatic cancer on tissue-factor promoted pathways of thrombosis, cell invasion and angiogenesis.

Computer modelling of the development of the trabecular architecture in the human pelvis (2011)
Thesis
Watson, P. J. (2011). Computer modelling of the development of the trabecular architecture in the human pelvis. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211857

The influence of mechanical loading upon bone growth and remodelling has been widely studied. It has been suggested that functional bone growth is evident within the human adult pelvis, where the internal trabecular structure is purported to align to... Read More about Computer modelling of the development of the trabecular architecture in the human pelvis.

External actors, high value resources and threatened species: shark fin commodity chains of Northern Madagascar, interception for conservation (2011)
Thesis
Hopkins, C. External actors, high value resources and threatened species: shark fin commodity chains of Northern Madagascar, interception for conservation. (Thesis). Imperial College London. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/2485043

Wildlife trade threatens many exploited populations with unsustainable levels of extraction. The shark fin trade is perceived as a primary driver in the decline of many shark populations. The targeting of sharks by local fisheries to feed the demand... Read More about External actors, high value resources and threatened species: shark fin commodity chains of Northern Madagascar, interception for conservation.

Key issues of Total Quality Management (TQM) implementation in construction: Case Study (2011)
Thesis
Mahmoud, M. (2011). Key issues of Total Quality Management (TQM) implementation in construction: Case Study. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221829

This research explores and investigates the intra-organisational issues of Total Quality Management (TQM) implementation within an international construction company. The research explores the Critical Success Factors (CSFs), concerns and benefits of... Read More about Key issues of Total Quality Management (TQM) implementation in construction: Case Study.

Effects of hypersalinity on the behaviour, physiology and survival of commercially important North Sea crustaceans (2011)
Thesis
Smyth, K. (2011). Effects of hypersalinity on the behaviour, physiology and survival of commercially important North Sea crustaceans. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4214322

Despite the increasing number of hypersaline discharges associated with desalination and, more recently, solute mining activities, there is little existing information relating to the effects such environmental disruptions may have on populations of... Read More about Effects of hypersalinity on the behaviour, physiology and survival of commercially important North Sea crustaceans.

A comparison of the subspecific divergence of two sympatric African monkeys, Papio hamadryas & Chlorocebus aethiops: morphology, environment, diet & phylogeny (2011)
Thesis
Dunn, J. (2011). A comparison of the subspecific divergence of two sympatric African monkeys, Papio hamadryas & Chlorocebus aethiops: morphology, environment, diet & phylogeny. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213417

The baboon and vervet monkey exhibit numerous similarities in geographic range, ecology and social structure, and both exhibit extensive subspecific variation corresponding to geotypic forms. This thesis compares these two subspecific radiations, usi... Read More about A comparison of the subspecific divergence of two sympatric African monkeys, Papio hamadryas & Chlorocebus aethiops: morphology, environment, diet & phylogeny.

Polyacrylamide nanoparticle delivery systems in photodynamic therapy (2011)
Thesis
Kuruppuarachchi, M. (2011). Polyacrylamide nanoparticle delivery systems in photodynamic therapy. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213126

In treating many diseases, including cancer and bacterial infections, drug resistance has emerged as a major obstacle limiting the therapeutic efficacy of chemotherapeutic agents. One area which may prove to be particularly attractive is Photodynamic... Read More about Polyacrylamide nanoparticle delivery systems in photodynamic therapy.

An investigation into pupils' attitudes towards secondary music education in Cyprus (2011)
Thesis
Teklos, P. (2011). An investigation into pupils' attitudes towards secondary music education in Cyprus. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213081

The focus of this study was on the identification of pupils’ attitudes towards music education in secondary schools of Cyprus. There is a growing body of literature about the Cypriot music education scene, although the majority of studies to date hav... Read More about An investigation into pupils' attitudes towards secondary music education in Cyprus.

Optimisation of computed radiography chest imaging utilising a novel simulation technique derived from real patient computed tomography data sets (2011)
Thesis
Moore, C. S. (2011). Optimisation of computed radiography chest imaging utilising a novel simulation technique derived from real patient computed tomography data sets. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212879

To optimise any medical digital imaging system for chest radiography, it is vital that the images used for optimisation contain projected anatomy, or in other words, anatomical noise. In this thesis, a method to produce and validate a digitally recon... Read More about Optimisation of computed radiography chest imaging utilising a novel simulation technique derived from real patient computed tomography data sets.

Adiponectin : a novel circulating anti-thrombotic factor in humans? (2011)
Thesis
Yousaf, T. A. (2011). Adiponectin : a novel circulating anti-thrombotic factor in humans?. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212180

Adiponectin is an adipocyte-derived pro-inflammatory adipokine that regulates metabolic homeostasis, although it has been reported to modulate platelet function and thrombosis. In this study the effects of globular adiponectin (gAd), a novel platelet... Read More about Adiponectin : a novel circulating anti-thrombotic factor in humans?.

The influence of organisational climate and cognitive style on entrepreneurial behaviour in large sized organisations and the mediating roles of self-efficacy and perceived organizational support (2011)
Thesis
Farrag Hammad, R. H. (2011). The influence of organisational climate and cognitive style on entrepreneurial behaviour in large sized organisations and the mediating roles of self-efficacy and perceived organizational support. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212021

Minimally invasive treatment of venous insufficiency using endovenous laser ablation (2011)
Thesis
Carradice, D. (2011). Minimally invasive treatment of venous insufficiency using endovenous laser ablation. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211989

Background Venous insufficiency is very common and causes significant quality of life (QoL) impairment. Conventional open surgery featuring junction ligation, stripping of the axial vein and phlebectomy is known to offer significant benefits over... Read More about Minimally invasive treatment of venous insufficiency using endovenous laser ablation.

The development of the academies policy, 2000 – 2010 : the influence of democratic values and constitutional practice (2011)
Thesis
Stevens, R. (2011). The development of the academies policy, 2000 – 2010 : the influence of democratic values and constitutional practice. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211940

Understanding the causes and consequences of the speed and the radical nature of secondary school reform in England is the prompt for this PhD inquiry. The hypothesis is that there has been a shift in constitutional practice and a realignment of demo... Read More about The development of the academies policy, 2000 – 2010 : the influence of democratic values and constitutional practice.

Risk stratification in patients with heart failure and in patients with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (2011)
Thesis
Velavan, P. (2011). Risk stratification in patients with heart failure and in patients with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211895

Heart failure is a very common medical condition with significant mortality and morbidity. Patients hospitalised with heart failure are at high risk of death in the short term and patients with chronic heart failure in the community are also at a hi... Read More about Risk stratification in patients with heart failure and in patients with implantable cardioverter-defibrillators.

Visual imagery, mood, and goal appraisal in bipolar disorder (2011)
Thesis
Anstey, H. E. (2011). Visual imagery, mood, and goal appraisal in bipolar disorder. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211882

The following portfolio consists of three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical study and a set of appendices.Part one is a systematic literature review, in which the theoretical, conceptual and empirical literature related to goal proc... Read More about Visual imagery, mood, and goal appraisal in bipolar disorder.

The identification of biomarkers of chemotherapy resistance in breast cancer using comparative proteomics (2011)
Thesis
Hodgkinson, V. C. (2011). The identification of biomarkers of chemotherapy resistance in breast cancer using comparative proteomics. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211852

Background:Chemotherapy resistance is a major obstacle in effective neoadjuvant treatment for locally advanced breast cancer. The ability to predict tumour response would allow chemotherapy administration to be directed towards only those patients wh... Read More about The identification of biomarkers of chemotherapy resistance in breast cancer using comparative proteomics.