All Outputs (179)

The relationship between shame, self-discrepancies and adjustment after an acquired brain injury, and if peer support groups can help (2019)
Thesis
Hughes, R. (2019). The relationship between shame, self-discrepancies and adjustment after an acquired brain injury, and if peer support groups can help. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221932

This portfolio thesis comprises of three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper, and the corresponding appendices. Part one consists of a systematic literature review tasked with examining the evidence for the use of peer suppor... Read More about The relationship between shame, self-discrepancies and adjustment after an acquired brain injury, and if peer support groups can help.

An investigation of the uptake of estradiol in the bivalve Mytilus spp. corresponding biological implications and the effect of the addition of Sporopollenin on bioavailability (2019)
Thesis
Harley, M. A. (2019). An investigation of the uptake of estradiol in the bivalve Mytilus spp. corresponding biological implications and the effect of the addition of Sporopollenin on bioavailability. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221927

There has been concern over the past two decades over estrogenic hormones such as 17 α-ethinylestradiol and 17 β-estradiol (E2) in fresh water and marine ecosystems and the risk to aquatic organisms even with low exposure levels. This study is to acc... Read More about An investigation of the uptake of estradiol in the bivalve Mytilus spp. corresponding biological implications and the effect of the addition of Sporopollenin on bioavailability.

An exploration of agents of change and effectiveness in compassion orientated group interventions (2019)
Thesis
Askew, A. L. (2019). An exploration of agents of change and effectiveness in compassion orientated group interventions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221895

This portfolio thesis is comprised of three parts: 1) a systematic literature review, 2) an empirical report and, 3) supporting appendices. Part one is a systematic literature review which aimed to explore the effectiveness of compassion-based gro... Read More about An exploration of agents of change and effectiveness in compassion orientated group interventions.

The relationship between compassion, burnout and well-being in teachers and other professionals (2019)
Thesis
Hadgett, L. F. (2019). The relationship between compassion, burnout and well-being in teachers and other professionals. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221877

This portfolio thesis is comprised of three parts, a systematic literature review, an empirical report and supporting appendices. Part one is a systematic literature review which quantifies the relationship between self-compassion and burnout in a... Read More about The relationship between compassion, burnout and well-being in teachers and other professionals.

Exploring factors in parental understanding of early psychosis (2019)
Thesis
Parratt, G. (2019). Exploring factors in parental understanding of early psychosis. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221870

This portfolio thesis consists of three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper and appendices. The thesis considers the factors influencing the understanding of parents in early psychosis. Part one is a systematic literature rev... Read More about Exploring factors in parental understanding of early psychosis.

Developing a novel spheroid-on-chip microfluidic device for investigations into metastasis (2019)
Thesis
Collins, T. C. (2019). Developing a novel spheroid-on-chip microfluidic device for investigations into metastasis. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221851

One in two people born after 1960 will develop cancer, with 90% of all cancer deaths arising from metastasis. Conventional 2D in vitro metastasis models do not fully replicate tumour complexity. In vivo models can address tumour complexity, but do no... Read More about Developing a novel spheroid-on-chip microfluidic device for investigations into metastasis.

Exploring experiences of Intensive Interaction used with people with learning disabilities and/or autism (2019)
Thesis
Berridge, S. (2019). Exploring experiences of Intensive Interaction used with people with learning disabilities and/or autism. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221848

This portfolio has three parts: Part one is a systematic literature review, that aimed to explore staff experience of the implementation of Intensive Interaction within their places of work with people with learning disabilities and/or autism. Nine... Read More about Exploring experiences of Intensive Interaction used with people with learning disabilities and/or autism.

Hydrodynamic and control optimization for a heaving point absorber wave energy converter (2019)
Thesis
Jin, S. (2019). Hydrodynamic and control optimization for a heaving point absorber wave energy converter. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221763

The thesis aims at studying the non-linear performance of a designed 1/50 scale point absorber wave energy converter (PAWEC) in heave motion. In particular, designs of the PAWEC geometry and control strategy are considered to optimize the power captu... Read More about Hydrodynamic and control optimization for a heaving point absorber wave energy converter.

Novel aspects of mitochondrial biology in early embryos (2019)
Thesis
Muller, B. (2019). Novel aspects of mitochondrial biology in early embryos. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221758

Mitochondria play an essential role in early development through facilitating the production of energy required to undergo key physiological processes. Mitochondrial function in oocytes and embryos has been associated with viability and reproductive... Read More about Novel aspects of mitochondrial biology in early embryos.

The nutritional ecology of farmland bees : behavioural and community approach (2019)
Thesis
Austin, A. J. (2019). The nutritional ecology of farmland bees : behavioural and community approach. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221704

Nutritional degradation, attributed to agriculture, is a primary driver of bee declines, yet we know very little about bee larval nutrition. How larvae deal with nutritional variation in their provisions remains relatively unexplored. Additionally, t... Read More about The nutritional ecology of farmland bees : behavioural and community approach.

An investigation into alternative methods for the simulation and analysis of growth models (2019)
Thesis
Odiam, L. R. F. (2019). An investigation into alternative methods for the simulation and analysis of growth models. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221634

Complex systems are a rapidly increasing area of research covering numerous disciplines including economics and even cancer research, as such the optimisation of the simulations of these systems is important. This thesis will look specifically at two... Read More about An investigation into alternative methods for the simulation and analysis of growth models.

An exploration of graph algorithms and graph databases (2019)
Thesis
Balaghan, P. (2019). An exploration of graph algorithms and graph databases. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221602

With data becoming larger in quantity, the need for complex, efficient algorithms to solve computationally complex problems has become greater. In this thesis we evaluate a selection of graph algorithms; we provide a novel algorithm for solving and a... Read More about An exploration of graph algorithms and graph databases.

Development of an environmental DNA method for monitoring freshwater fish communities using metabarcoding (2019)
Thesis
Li, J. (2019). Development of an environmental DNA method for monitoring freshwater fish communities using metabarcoding. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221572

Monitoring current global biodiversity decline is essential to maintain ecosystem functioning, especially freshwater ecosystems. However, the conventional physical, acoustic and visual-based methods for monitoring biodiversity have some limitations s... Read More about Development of an environmental DNA method for monitoring freshwater fish communities using metabarcoding.

Fault-tolerant load reduction control for large offshore wind turbines (2019)
Thesis
Liu, Y. (2019). Fault-tolerant load reduction control for large offshore wind turbines. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4270015

Offshore wind turbines suffer from asymmetrical loading (blades, tower etc.), leading to enhanced structural fatigue. As well as asymmetrical loading different types of faults (pitch system faults etc.) can occur simultaneously, causing degradation o... Read More about Fault-tolerant load reduction control for large offshore wind turbines.

Investigating the alignment between individual ideologies and academy coaching ideologies in professional youth football (2019)
Thesis
Hall, J. J. (2019). Investigating the alignment between individual ideologies and academy coaching ideologies in professional youth football. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222349

Purpose and aims: The aim of the study was to investigate the alignment between individual coaching ideologies, and the coaching ideology espoused by the professional academy for which the coaches worked. Methods: Sixteen male professional youth... Read More about Investigating the alignment between individual ideologies and academy coaching ideologies in professional youth football.

Functional implications of size reduction in molar dentition during human evolution : using 3D printed models (2019)
Thesis
Camp, S. T. (2019). Functional implications of size reduction in molar dentition during human evolution : using 3D printed models. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222135

During hominin evolution the size of postcanine dentition has varied. While many researchers have tried to make predictions as to the functional significance of these changes, the effect of tooth size on food breakdown has not been quantified. Thi... Read More about Functional implications of size reduction in molar dentition during human evolution : using 3D printed models.

Solidarity and crisis-derived identities in Samar and Leyte, Philippines, 1565 to present (2019)
Thesis
Borrinaga, G. E. R. (2019). Solidarity and crisis-derived identities in Samar and Leyte, Philippines, 1565 to present. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222102

The study sheds light on local responses to 2013’s Super Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda, then the strongest storm to make landfall, by examining the local history and culture of the people of Samar and Leyte, Philippines, the area worst affected by the storm... Read More about Solidarity and crisis-derived identities in Samar and Leyte, Philippines, 1565 to present.

A mixed methods study of issues encountered by Saudi EFL students in English academic writing (2019)
Thesis
Hakami, A. Q. (2019). A mixed methods study of issues encountered by Saudi EFL students in English academic writing. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222064

Proficiency in English language skills is very important for university students to be able to learn and succeed in academic studies. Writing skills are one of the most difficult in learning the English language. It is a difficult skill for native sp... Read More about A mixed methods study of issues encountered by Saudi EFL students in English academic writing.

Marine environmental risk assessment and management : putting into practice an ecosystem-based management approach (2019)
Thesis
Cormier, R. (2019). Marine environmental risk assessment and management : putting into practice an ecosystem-based management approach. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221966

In addition to the complexities of marine ecosystems and the current state thereof, marine management is even more complex given the range of activities and legislation to manage them. Marine planning processes are considered as the means for an inte... Read More about Marine environmental risk assessment and management : putting into practice an ecosystem-based management approach.

Theranostic porphyrin conjugates for the combined treatment and diagnosis of cancer (2019)
Thesis
Yap, S. Y.-Y. (2019). Theranostic porphyrin conjugates for the combined treatment and diagnosis of cancer. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221753

The development of theranostic agents capable of the combined treatment of diagnosis of disease has seen a growing interest within the research community. The combination of diagnostic and treatment modality onto a single construct will allow the car... Read More about Theranostic porphyrin conjugates for the combined treatment and diagnosis of cancer.