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A mixed methods investigation of multidimensional fatigue in the wind industry: towards a sustainable workforce (2020)
Thesis
McMaster, S. (2020). A mixed methods investigation of multidimensional fatigue in the wind industry: towards a sustainable workforce. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223417

The wind industry encompasses a high hazard work environment with multiple demands unique to those working in this sector. A key risk to health, safety and productivity is operator fatigue. Poor management of operator fatigue is highly associated wit... Read More about A mixed methods investigation of multidimensional fatigue in the wind industry: towards a sustainable workforce.

Two novel methods of measuring cosmic distances in the Universe (2020)
Thesis
Lindholmer, M. O. (2020). Two novel methods of measuring cosmic distances in the Universe. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223654

We present two novel methods of distance measurement using photometric techniques. We compare the methods to each other and independently created methods to measure photometric redshifts. The first method we present in this thesis is based on SFR of... Read More about Two novel methods of measuring cosmic distances in the Universe.

Performance assessment and optimisation of a novel guideless irregular dew point cooler using artificial intelligence (2020)
Thesis
Akhlagi, Y. G. (2020). Performance assessment and optimisation of a novel guideless irregular dew point cooler using artificial intelligence. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222977

Air Conditioners (ACs) are a vital need in modern buildings to provide comfortable indoor air for the occupants. Several alternatives for the traditional coolers are introduced to improve the cooling efficiency but among them, Evaporative Coolers (EC... Read More about Performance assessment and optimisation of a novel guideless irregular dew point cooler using artificial intelligence.

Cancer Screening, Diagnosis, And Treatment Experiences For People With Learning Disabilities : Staff And Patient Perspectives (2020)
Thesis
McAteer, T. (2020). Cancer Screening, Diagnosis, And Treatment Experiences For People With Learning Disabilities : Staff And Patient Perspectives. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4192637

This portfolio thesis has three separate parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper, and corresponding appendices. Part One is a systematic literature review that aimed to identify the factors affecting the psychosocial experience of... Read More about Cancer Screening, Diagnosis, And Treatment Experiences For People With Learning Disabilities : Staff And Patient Perspectives.

The Rise of Civil Society in Governing Flood Resilience (2020)
Thesis
Forrest, S. (2020). The Rise of Civil Society in Governing Flood Resilience. (Thesis). University of Groningen. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4005719

Flooding is an increasingly urgent problem that causes significant damage and disruption that affects people worldwide, including in the Netherlands and United Kingdom. Rainfall flooding is a growing risk for Dutch cities with recent floods in Arnhem... Read More about The Rise of Civil Society in Governing Flood Resilience.

The identification and treatment of human trafficking victims : policy, practice and protection (2020)
Thesis
Wilson, C. J. (2020). The identification and treatment of human trafficking victims : policy, practice and protection. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223060

This thesis explores practitioner insights into the problems of supporting the victims of human trafficking, within the first 24-48 hours of their initial identification by a first responder. It looks at victim experiences of trafficking, through a p... Read More about The identification and treatment of human trafficking victims : policy, practice and protection.

Environmental DNA (eDNA) monitoring of priority conservation fish species in UK lentic ecosystems (2020)
Thesis
Di Muri, C. (2020). Environmental DNA (eDNA) monitoring of priority conservation fish species in UK lentic ecosystems. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223124

Freshwater environments cover only a tiny fraction of the planet’s surface, yet they are biodiversity hotspots and support almost half of the global fish diversity, including globally and locally endangered species. In the UK, three species of nation... Read More about Environmental DNA (eDNA) monitoring of priority conservation fish species in UK lentic ecosystems.

Opportunity identification and exploitation in value chains : a study of innovative food entrepreneurs in Thailand (2020)
Thesis
Chanuban, O. (2020). Opportunity identification and exploitation in value chains : a study of innovative food entrepreneurs in Thailand. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222847

Research focus and methodology Entrepreneurship is a crucial behaviour that drives economic growth and to improve people’s lives. It is seen as a source of income for those who can successfully identify and exploit opportunity to create value and pr... Read More about Opportunity identification and exploitation in value chains : a study of innovative food entrepreneurs in Thailand.

Analysing the connection between the strength of emotional reaction invoked within a video game player and the presence of virtual reality technology (2020)
Thesis
Kadow, A. (2020). Analysing the connection between the strength of emotional reaction invoked within a video game player and the presence of virtual reality technology. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222844

This thesis examines the potential connection between emotional responses in video games and the presence of virtual reality technology. This connection could establish whether video games can better affect their players’ emotions via the use of the... Read More about Analysing the connection between the strength of emotional reaction invoked within a video game player and the presence of virtual reality technology.

The motions of galaxies within large-scale structures (2020)
Thesis
Bilton, L. E. (2020). The motions of galaxies within large-scale structures. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222954

Galaxy clusters represent one of the largest-scale structures in the Universe, with their en- vironments of varying density being ideal for inducing an increase in activity of the cluster galaxy members and the pervading Intracluster Medium (ICM) bet... Read More about The motions of galaxies within large-scale structures.

Diet and distribution of the Eurasian otter, Lutra lutra and American mink, Neovison vison on the River Hull (2020)
Thesis
Teagle, H. (2020). Diet and distribution of the Eurasian otter, Lutra lutra and American mink, Neovison vison on the River Hull. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223844

Conflict between the invasive American mink Neovison vision, and native Eurasian otter Lutra lutra has been identified in several studies, however many questions remain surrounding factors contributing to possible co-existence. Furthermore, each spec... Read More about Diet and distribution of the Eurasian otter, Lutra lutra and American mink, Neovison vison on the River Hull.

Cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment experiences for people with learning disabilities : staff and patient perspectives (2020)
Thesis
McAteer, T. (2020). Cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment experiences for people with learning disabilities : staff and patient perspectives. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223343

This portfolio thesis has three separate parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper, and corresponding appendices. Part One is a systematic literature review that aimed to identify the factors affecting the psychosocial experience of... Read More about Cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment experiences for people with learning disabilities : staff and patient perspectives.

Development of a dual flow microfluidic device for the study of barrier systems (2020)
Thesis
Baldwin, L. (2020). Development of a dual flow microfluidic device for the study of barrier systems. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223404

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) including Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are chronic conditions characterised by inflammation of the wall of the gastrointestinal tract. IBD has also been shown to have systemic impacts including on the centr... Read More about Development of a dual flow microfluidic device for the study of barrier systems.

An investigation into the effect of oxLDL and cyclic nucleotides on platelet cytoskeletal function (2020)
Thesis
Ahmed, Y. (2020). An investigation into the effect of oxLDL and cyclic nucleotides on platelet cytoskeletal function. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, The University of Hull and The University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4200904

Atherosclerosis is a major underlying cause in cardiovascular disease and a significant health concern in developed countries. Part of the mechanism by which platelets are linked to this process is via their activation by oxidised Low-Density Lipopro... Read More about An investigation into the effect of oxLDL and cyclic nucleotides on platelet cytoskeletal function.

Moving targets : nutritional geometry of development in solitary bee, Osmia bicornis (2020)
Thesis
Howard, C. (2020). Moving targets : nutritional geometry of development in solitary bee, Osmia bicornis. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223762

Eating the correct amount, and balance, of nutrients is key for fitness at the individual, and population level. Understanding dietary nutrient requirements and feeding behaviour is integral to addressing important questions, such as how an organism... Read More about Moving targets : nutritional geometry of development in solitary bee, Osmia bicornis.

Operationalising the notion of a restorative school community : a case study in a socio-economically deprived area (2020)
Thesis
Rhodes, R. (2020). Operationalising the notion of a restorative school community : a case study in a socio-economically deprived area. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223257

In recent years, schools have increasingly begun to opt for an alternative to traditional school punishments: restorative practices. As the practices developed, proponents began to posit that to unlock the true potential of restorative approaches, co... Read More about Operationalising the notion of a restorative school community : a case study in a socio-economically deprived area.

Platelets as components of the circulating immune system : role as scavenging cells (2020)
Thesis
Chacko, A. R. (2020). Platelets as components of the circulating immune system : role as scavenging cells. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222993

Although platelets are widely known for their role in haemostasis, an increasing body of evidence demonstrates platelets to encompass a role as immune cells. This underappreciated function involves numerous cell surface receptors and a series of intr... Read More about Platelets as components of the circulating immune system : role as scavenging cells.

The transition from college to university : a feasibility and exploratory study of the role of compassion during this transitional period (2020)
Thesis
Rowson, K. (2020). The transition from college to university : a feasibility and exploratory study of the role of compassion during this transitional period. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223007

This portfolio thesis consists of three parts: (1) a systematic literature, (2) an empirical report and, (3) supporting appendices. Part one is a systematic literature review evaluating the literature regarding interventions targeting domains of wel... Read More about The transition from college to university : a feasibility and exploratory study of the role of compassion during this transitional period.

Submission and defiance : crime in early modern English literature and culture (2020)
Thesis
Berghorst, L. M. (2020). Submission and defiance : crime in early modern English literature and culture. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223004

This dissertation details the representations of domestic crime and abuse in early modern English drama. It sets out to establish a context of abuse and women’s rights within the querelle des femmes, the religious guilt of women, and the controversia... Read More about Submission and defiance : crime in early modern English literature and culture.