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The synthesis of cationic porphyrins for use in photodynamic antimicrobial chemotherapy (PACT (2008)
Thesis
Hall, C. E. (2008). The synthesis of cationic porphyrins for use in photodynamic antimicrobial chemotherapy (PACT. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212816

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) has been widely used in recent years for the treatment of cancers. However the growing problem of drug resistance in bacteria has led to PDT being used to treat bacterial infections in a new type of therapy called Photodyna... Read More about The synthesis of cationic porphyrins for use in photodynamic antimicrobial chemotherapy (PACT.

Fatherhood, masculinity and anger: men understanding emotion work in families (2008)
Thesis
Jarrell, C. R. (2008). Fatherhood, masculinity and anger: men understanding emotion work in families. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212851

The objectives of this thesis are: 1. To contribute to the contemporary agenda on research into fatherhood by focusing on the successes and difficulties of fathers being more involved in the intimate care of their children. 2. To contribute to... Read More about Fatherhood, masculinity and anger: men understanding emotion work in families.

A society of mind approach to cognition and metacognition in a cognitive architecture (2008)
Thesis
Venkatamuni, V. M. (2008). A society of mind approach to cognition and metacognition in a cognitive architecture. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213883

This thesis investigates the concept of mind as a control system using the "Society of Agents" metaphor. "Society of Agents" describes collective behaviours of simple and intelligent agents. "Society of Mind" is more than a collection of task-oriente... Read More about A society of mind approach to cognition and metacognition in a cognitive architecture.

Liquid crystalline semiconductors for organic electronics (2008)
Thesis
Kitney, S. P. (2008). Liquid crystalline semiconductors for organic electronics. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208396

This research is based on the synthesis and evaluation of novel liquid crystalline materials with light-emitting and or charge-transporting properties. Some of the liquid crystals (LCs) synthesised incorporate photopolymerisable diene or methacrylate... Read More about Liquid crystalline semiconductors for organic electronics.

Nutrient intakes of primary school children (2008)
Thesis
Gatenby, L. A. (2008). Nutrient intakes of primary school children. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208401

Background In April 2004 Hull City Council introduced free healthy school meals for all primary and special school pupils (approximately 20,500 children from 71 primary schools and 6 special schools) in an attempt to reduce health and education in... Read More about Nutrient intakes of primary school children.

Psychological profiles of clerical and non-clerical men who have sexually abused children (2008)
Thesis
Randall, P. (2008). Psychological profiles of clerical and non-clerical men who have sexually abused children. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208426

This thesis examined the psychological characteristics of clerical and laymen who had sexually abused children. A three group design was used which permitted comparisons to be made between a group of 30 clerical men who had sexually abused children,... Read More about Psychological profiles of clerical and non-clerical men who have sexually abused children.

Channel estimation for Gigabit Multi-user MIMO-OFDM Systems (2008)
Thesis
Mung'au, F. (2008). Channel estimation for Gigabit Multi-user MIMO-OFDM Systems. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208538

The fundamental detection problem in fading channels involves the correct estimation of transmitted symbols at the receiver in the presence of Additive White Gaussian Noise (AWGN). Detection can be considered when the receiver is assumed not to know... Read More about Channel estimation for Gigabit Multi-user MIMO-OFDM Systems.

Factors affecting the dispersal of coarse fish (2008)
Thesis
Bolland, J. D. (2008). Factors affecting the dispersal of coarse fish. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208647

Globally, freshwater fisheries are faced with numerous impacts that compromise fish populations. A knowledge and understanding of riverine fish movements are crucial for effective management and conservation of populations. However, there is a paucit... Read More about Factors affecting the dispersal of coarse fish.

The impact of the Iranian constitution on the law making power of the parliament (Majlis) (2008)
Thesis
Vakilian, H. (2008). The impact of the Iranian constitution on the law making power of the parliament (Majlis). (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212336

In this research the law making power of the Iranian parliament is studied at two levels: Firstly, the power of the parliament according to the Constitution is explored. Secondly its power in real politics is analysed. It is shown that the law making... Read More about The impact of the Iranian constitution on the law making power of the parliament (Majlis).

'inside my house of words': the poetry of Anne Stevenson (2008)
Thesis
Johnson, S. A. (2008). 'inside my house of words': the poetry of Anne Stevenson. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213923

This thesis examines the relationship between autobiography and art in Anne Stevenson's work by exploring her poetic negotiation of her own presence within her poems, or 'house of words'. A brief contextual preface assesses Stevenson's importance... Read More about 'inside my house of words': the poetry of Anne Stevenson.

Application of continuous flow technology to the expedient synthesis of isotopically substituted compounds (2008)
Thesis
Hooper, J. (2008). Application of continuous flow technology to the expedient synthesis of isotopically substituted compounds. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208375

Isotopically modified compounds are of great importance to the scientific community owing to the large number of specific uses that exist for them; however, due to their low abundance associated costs are high. Once a small discrete isotopic precurso... Read More about Application of continuous flow technology to the expedient synthesis of isotopically substituted compounds.

The effect of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme a reductase inhibitors on oxidative and hypoxic stress in the vascular endothelium (2008)
Thesis
Mylankal, K. J. (2008). The effect of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme a reductase inhibitors on oxidative and hypoxic stress in the vascular endothelium. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212332

3-Hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitors (statins) improve endothelial cell (EC) function by enhancing the synthesis of Nitric Oxide (NO) and attenuating the endothelial leucocyte interaction and platelet aggregation. However the ef... Read More about The effect of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme a reductase inhibitors on oxidative and hypoxic stress in the vascular endothelium.

Myocardial insulin resistance in experimental uraemia (2008)
Thesis
Aksentijevic, D. (2008). Myocardial insulin resistance in experimental uraemia. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212871

Cardiac complications are a major cause of death in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is a significant contributing factor to uraemic cardiomyopathy and results in significant molecular, cellular and metab... Read More about Myocardial insulin resistance in experimental uraemia.

A study of the regulation of oestrogen receptor alpha by tissue factor in breast cancer cells (2008)
Thesis
Collier, M. E. W. (2008). A study of the regulation of oestrogen receptor alpha by tissue factor in breast cancer cells. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213106

Increased expression of tissue factor (TF) has been associated with invasive forms of breast cancer. In contrast, the expression of oestrogen receptor alpha (ERa) in breast cancer cells is associated with well differentiated breast tumours, with a l... Read More about A study of the regulation of oestrogen receptor alpha by tissue factor in breast cancer cells.

The dual development of an optical tomographic scanner and three dimensional gel dosimeter for complex radiotherapy verification (2008)
Thesis
Heathcote, A. D. (2008). The dual development of an optical tomographic scanner and three dimensional gel dosimeter for complex radiotherapy verification. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208404

The state-of-the-art radiotherapy delivery treatments available today require that the intended dose distributions delivered are verified by volumetric gel dosimetry. The development of tissue equivalent gel dosimeters that provide an integrated asse... Read More about The dual development of an optical tomographic scanner and three dimensional gel dosimeter for complex radiotherapy verification.

Radioresistance in oral squamous cell carcinoma (2008)
Thesis
Murphy, J. T. (2008). Radioresistance in oral squamous cell carcinoma. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208413

Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC) is the sixth most common cancer accounting for approximately 6% of all cancers worldwide. However the distribution across the globe varies considerably. The majority of small tumours of the oral cavity an... Read More about Radioresistance in oral squamous cell carcinoma.

An investigation into the leadership of successful, strategic and sustainable primary schools (2008)
Thesis
Thomas, A. E. (2008). An investigation into the leadership of successful, strategic and sustainable primary schools. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208420

The investigation is based on the premise that there is a need to create primary schools whose success can be sustained long term. It is thought that creating such schools would be of direct benefit to pupils, schools, the education system and societ... Read More about An investigation into the leadership of successful, strategic and sustainable primary schools.

Leading academies: challenge and complexity: an examination and analysis of the nature and dimensions for successful leadership (2008)
Thesis
Macaulay, H. (2008). Leading academies: challenge and complexity: an examination and analysis of the nature and dimensions for successful leadership. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208430

In recent years the response of the government in recognising the need for specific training for headship, albeit belatedly and against a trend in falling levels of recruitment to senior leadership positions in schools nationally, has led to serious... Read More about Leading academies: challenge and complexity: an examination and analysis of the nature and dimensions for successful leadership.

Analysis of hairy-rod polyimides for photoalignment (2008)
Thesis
Droge, S. (2008). Analysis of hairy-rod polyimides for photoalignment. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208720

The evaluation of novel polyimides for nematic liquid crystal alignment by UV irradiation was the aim of this thesis. Homeotropic liquid crystal (LC) alignment was observed for the majority of the in-house synthesised hairy-rod polyimides (PIs). Obli... Read More about Analysis of hairy-rod polyimides for photoalignment.