All Outputs (138)

Risk exposure and performance in the banking sector : a comparative investigation of Islamic, conventional, and Islamic window banks (2018)
Thesis
Al-Ismaili, A. M. A. (2018). Risk exposure and performance in the banking sector : a comparative investigation of Islamic, conventional, and Islamic window banks. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221917

The core business of banks involves the operation of a payment system. They are also perceived as primary sources of credit and a safe location for individuals and businesses that want to deposit cash. As a system, the banks play the role of facilita... Read More about Risk exposure and performance in the banking sector : a comparative investigation of Islamic, conventional, and Islamic window banks.

Mapping the edge : a practice-led exploration of the poetics of the northern coastline (2018)
Thesis
Harrison, H. L. (2018). Mapping the edge : a practice-led exploration of the poetics of the northern coastline. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221738

This thesis challenges the idea of writing a non-inflected poetry of place. I explore language as a form of cartographic gesture which is analogous to the construction of place through language in the process of making poetry. I explore the selectivi... Read More about Mapping the edge : a practice-led exploration of the poetics of the northern coastline.

Characterisation of laser processed bio-compatible materials and the realisation of electro optical diffraction gratings (2018)
Thesis
Aesa, A. A. (2018). Characterisation of laser processed bio-compatible materials and the realisation of electro optical diffraction gratings. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221019

Laser processing methods using excimer lasers have become very attractive for processing materials and the fabrication of micro and nano optical components. Diffraction gratings are used in a wide range of applications and require different fabricati... Read More about Characterisation of laser processed bio-compatible materials and the realisation of electro optical diffraction gratings.

An ambitwistor string field theory approach to supergravity (2018)
Thesis
Riccombeni, D. A. (2018). An ambitwistor string field theory approach to supergravity. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4398544

In this thesis a covariant closed superstring field theory, equivalent to classical ten-dimensional Type II supergravity, is presented. The defining conformal field theory is the ambitwistor string worldsheet theory of Mason and Skinner [1]. This t... Read More about An ambitwistor string field theory approach to supergravity.

Mitigating the impacts of river flow regulation and barriers to fish spawning migrations (2018)
Thesis
Baker, N. J. (2018). Mitigating the impacts of river flow regulation and barriers to fish spawning migrations. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223320

Globally, migratory fish are threatened by anthropogenic modification to rivers. These create barriers that prevent fish accessing spawning grounds required for completion of life cycles. In order to make informed decsions, for mitigating the associa... Read More about Mitigating the impacts of river flow regulation and barriers to fish spawning migrations.

Developing aspirations: the role of schools and teachers in the facilitation and maintenance of young peoples’ aspirations (2018)
Thesis
Davis, R. (2018). Developing aspirations: the role of schools and teachers in the facilitation and maintenance of young peoples’ aspirations. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4321718

This thesis portfolio comprises of three parts: Part One - Systematic Literature Review The systematic literature review explored the effectiveness of community-based interventions available in the United Kingdom for young people with social, emoti... Read More about Developing aspirations: the role of schools and teachers in the facilitation and maintenance of young peoples’ aspirations.

The association between financial derivatives and firms' value and performance: evidence from the UK’s financial firms (2018)
Thesis
Al Fazari, S. A. M. (2018). The association between financial derivatives and firms' value and performance: evidence from the UK’s financial firms. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4321709

There is a consensus among industry players and academics that the ungoverned use of complex financial derivatives in a high volume of transactions, which very few fully understood, and the lack of transparency underlying the transactions of those co... Read More about The association between financial derivatives and firms' value and performance: evidence from the UK’s financial firms.

Modified cowpea mosaic virus as a carrier of antimalarial drugs (2018)
Thesis
Al-Refai'a, R. (2018). Modified cowpea mosaic virus as a carrier of antimalarial drugs. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222039

Plant viruses provide exceptional advantages in the field of nanotechnology as multifunctional nanoparticles. Cowpea mosaic virus (CPMV) is being developed as a carrier vehicle for chemotherapeutic drugs. The ability to modify the amine groups on the... Read More about Modified cowpea mosaic virus as a carrier of antimalarial drugs.

Exploring patient empowerment : presenting an enhanced model for delivery in practice (2018)
Thesis
Akeel, A. U. (2018). Exploring patient empowerment : presenting an enhanced model for delivery in practice. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222021

Patient empowerment evolved as a strategy to address multi-faceted healthcare management issues. Studies over the past decades have provided different patient empowerment frameworks, but even with the emergent frameworks, there is no marked desired r... Read More about Exploring patient empowerment : presenting an enhanced model for delivery in practice.

Facial appearance and self-concept : how change or disfigurement affects who we are (2018)
Thesis
Williams, L. M. (2018). Facial appearance and self-concept : how change or disfigurement affects who we are. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221654

This Portfolio has three parts. Part One: A systematic literature review in which available research relating to the effect facial disfigurement has on an individual’s self-concept is reviewed. Part Two: A qualitative empirical paper, exploring... Read More about Facial appearance and self-concept : how change or disfigurement affects who we are.

Communicating with parents and carers when an adolescent self-harms : the experience of school staff (2018)
Thesis
Millward, J. E. (2018). Communicating with parents and carers when an adolescent self-harms : the experience of school staff. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221651

This portfolio thesis is comprised of three parts; Part one is a systematic literature review of the empirical research on school-based positive psychology interventions for adolescents. In total eight studies were included in the review. The qual... Read More about Communicating with parents and carers when an adolescent self-harms : the experience of school staff.

Perinatal mental health : an exploration of staff perceptions and comorbid personality disorder (2018)
Thesis
Steele, M. (2018). Perinatal mental health : an exploration of staff perceptions and comorbid personality disorder. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221293

This thesis portfolio comprises of three parts: Part one: a systematic literature review, in which the available research into personality disorders during the perinatal period is reviewed. A systematic search identified 11 studies for inclusion,... Read More about Perinatal mental health : an exploration of staff perceptions and comorbid personality disorder.

The investigation of using wiki technology to support self-regulated learning in the academic context at Princess Nora bint Abdul Rahman University, Saudi Arabia (2018)
Thesis
Aldayel, S. S. A. (2018). The investigation of using wiki technology to support self-regulated learning in the academic context at Princess Nora bint Abdul Rahman University, Saudi Arabia. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221181

Technology has become a major focal point in the modern learning environment. Web 2.0 is being increasingly widely employed in university education and has the potential to improve the quality of education. For optimum benefit to students’ learning p... Read More about The investigation of using wiki technology to support self-regulated learning in the academic context at Princess Nora bint Abdul Rahman University, Saudi Arabia.

Exploring the perceptions of informed individuals about the education provisions of Bidoun in Kuwait (2018)
Thesis
Alhatlani, M. S. M. B. (2018). Exploring the perceptions of informed individuals about the education provisions of Bidoun in Kuwait. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221160

This thesis explores issues of educational provision for people regarded by some as stateless, specifically the Bidoun in Kuwait, and how the Kuwaiti Government and others view this. The main research question is what can be learned from the situa... Read More about Exploring the perceptions of informed individuals about the education provisions of Bidoun in Kuwait.

Investigating sustainable and resilient supply chain management in Thai manufacturing (2018)
Thesis
Worawat Joradon. (2018). Investigating sustainable and resilient supply chain management in Thai manufacturing. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221013

This thesis investigates the combinatory relationship between sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) and supply chain resilience management (SRES) by developing a new concept of sustainable and resilient supply chain management (SResSCM). Supply... Read More about Investigating sustainable and resilient supply chain management in Thai manufacturing.

Exploring self-harm in young people and university students (2018)
Thesis
McGuire, C. (2018). Exploring self-harm in young people and university students. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220979

This portfolio thesis consist of three parts; a systematic literature review, an empirical report and supporting appendices. Part one is a systematic literature review in which empirical papers that study the relationship between identity in adole... Read More about Exploring self-harm in young people and university students.

The experience and meaning of hope for clinicans and clients in psychological therapy, in relation to waiting times (2018)
Thesis
Gledhill, J. (2018). The experience and meaning of hope for clinicans and clients in psychological therapy, in relation to waiting times. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220976

This portfolio thesis consists of three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper and a set of appendices. The thesis as a whole considers the meaning and experience of hope for clinicians and clients in psychological therapy, with em... Read More about The experience and meaning of hope for clinicans and clients in psychological therapy, in relation to waiting times.

Resilience in people with dementia and their caregivers (2018)
Thesis
Conway, L. K. (2018). Resilience in people with dementia and their caregivers. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220965

This portfolio thesis consists of three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper and appendices relating to both research projects. The first section is a systematic literature review which aimed to synthesise research into resili... Read More about Resilience in people with dementia and their caregivers.

An exploration of self-compassion, acceptance and third-wave psychological approaches for people with brain injuries and neurological conditions (2018)
Thesis
Ambridge, J. (2018). An exploration of self-compassion, acceptance and third-wave psychological approaches for people with brain injuries and neurological conditions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220959

This portfolio thesis has three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical report and supporting appendices. Part One: A systematic literature review in which empirical papers utilising Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for people with ne... Read More about An exploration of self-compassion, acceptance and third-wave psychological approaches for people with brain injuries and neurological conditions.

Mindfulness and meditation interventions in dementia : experiences, adaptations and effects of well-being (2018)
Thesis
Adams, J. (2018). Mindfulness and meditation interventions in dementia : experiences, adaptations and effects of well-being. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220953

This portfolio thesis consists of three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper and a set of appendices. The thesis as a whole considers the effects of meditation-based interventions for people living with dementia and age-related c... Read More about Mindfulness and meditation interventions in dementia : experiences, adaptations and effects of well-being.