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Going global : a comparison of the relative attractiveness of global sourcing locations (2020)
Thesis
Carruthers, R. K. (2020). Going global : a comparison of the relative attractiveness of global sourcing locations. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223685

Domestic organizations in competitive markets are often reliant on the sourcing of low-cost goods and services from suppliers located offshore, often located in China. History has shown that location advantages are not fixed, and evolve over time, cr... Read More about Going global : a comparison of the relative attractiveness of global sourcing locations.

Addressing the elephant in the room – managing low-level disruption in the primary classroom (2020)
Thesis
Witham, S. A. (2020). Addressing the elephant in the room – managing low-level disruption in the primary classroom. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222869

In primary education the high numbers of pupils being permanently excluded due to low-level disruptive behaviour that is displayed in the classroom are a significant problem for educators, parents and politicians. Research has shown that teachers fee... Read More about Addressing the elephant in the room – managing low-level disruption in the primary classroom.

Reading the academic library : an exploration of the conceived, perceived and lived spaces of the Brynmor Jones Library at the University of Hull (2020)
Thesis
Fallin, L. (2020). Reading the academic library : an exploration of the conceived, perceived and lived spaces of the Brynmor Jones Library at the University of Hull. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223604

Focusing on the perspectives of ‘library users’, this thesis argues for a reconsideration of dominant conceptions of academic libraries as dusty repositories of books and restrictive study spaces. Using the Brynmor Jones Library (BJL) at the Universi... Read More about Reading the academic library : an exploration of the conceived, perceived and lived spaces of the Brynmor Jones Library at the University of Hull.

Analysis of the fume produced during laser-material interactions (2020)
Thesis
Bridgwater, A. E. (2020). Analysis of the fume produced during laser-material interactions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222494

The purpose of this research was to improve knowledge of the by-products of laser processing; namely the composition of particles, gases and vapours that are evolved during laser-material interactions. For IR sources, photothermal processes occur and... Read More about Analysis of the fume produced during laser-material interactions.

Effectiveness of short-term heat acclimation on endurance exercise with moderately trained males (2020)
Thesis
Shaw, J. (2020). Effectiveness of short-term heat acclimation on endurance exercise with moderately trained males. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222648

Introduction – Exercising for an extended period in thermally demanding conditions places greater physiological and perceptual strain on the body than when exercising in temperate conditions (Galloway & Maughan, 1997; Moss et al., 2020; Tucker, Rauch... Read More about Effectiveness of short-term heat acclimation on endurance exercise with moderately trained males.

Chirality in gold-LC nanocomposites and heliconical systems (2020)
Thesis
Yu, H. (2020). Chirality in gold-LC nanocomposites and heliconical systems. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222542

The research presented in this thesis is focused towards the design and synthesis of chiral liquid crystal gold nanoparticle nanocomposites and all of the related molecular sub-structures. It is intended that such organic-inorganic hybrid materials w... Read More about Chirality in gold-LC nanocomposites and heliconical systems.

An assessment of the efficacy of compression bandaging on blood loss and acute pain following total knee arthroplasty (2020)
Thesis
Kent, J. M. (2020). An assessment of the efficacy of compression bandaging on blood loss and acute pain following total knee arthroplasty. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222668

This thesis has been undertaken to assess whether compression bandaging can deliver improvements in important short-term outcomes such as blood loss and pain following total knee arthroplasty within an enhanced recovery setting.

To achieve this, a... Read More about An assessment of the efficacy of compression bandaging on blood loss and acute pain following total knee arthroplasty.

Assessment of the impacts of ornamental fish export trade on the exploited ichthyofauna of Lake Malawi (2020)
Thesis
Msukwa, A. V. (2020). Assessment of the impacts of ornamental fish export trade on the exploited ichthyofauna of Lake Malawi. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224107

Globally there are many documented impacts of ornamental fish export trade elsewhere on the exploited populations, on habitats of fish as well as on unequitable distribution of benefits along the ornamental fish export trade value chain. Capture of l... Read More about Assessment of the impacts of ornamental fish export trade on the exploited ichthyofauna of Lake Malawi.

The experience as a document: designing for the future of collaborative remembering in digital archives (2020)
Thesis
Delatte Espinosa, M. (2020). The experience as a document: designing for the future of collaborative remembering in digital archives. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222371

How does it feel when we remember together on-line? Who gets to say what it is worth to be remembered? To understand how the user experience of participation is affecting the formation of collective memories in the context of online environments, fir... Read More about The experience as a document: designing for the future of collaborative remembering in digital archives.

Development of a multimodal imaging probe for detecting aggressive prostate cancer (2020)
Thesis
Clarke, M. T. (2020). Development of a multimodal imaging probe for detecting aggressive prostate cancer. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223251

This thesis reports on the synthesis, development and validation of a novel, non-toxic dual modal bio-imaging probe that targets a conformational molecular switch and relocalisation of cell surface Endo180 into endosomes that occurs during the early... Read More about Development of a multimodal imaging probe for detecting aggressive prostate cancer.

The Anatomy of Acupuncture : Rediscovering the anatomical basis of acupuncture meridians and points (2020)
Thesis
Shaw, V. (2020). The Anatomy of Acupuncture : Rediscovering the anatomical basis of acupuncture meridians and points. (Thesis). Bangor University. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4449153

The earliest records of acupuncture contain references to anatomical examination of the human body through dissection. These sections of text are supported by official historical records from that time. The thesis, (by published works) examines the h... Read More about The Anatomy of Acupuncture : Rediscovering the anatomical basis of acupuncture meridians and points.

Assessment of frailty and quality of life in octogenarians with symptomatic coronary artery disease : the FRAIL HEART study (2020)
Thesis
Qayyum, S. (2020). Assessment of frailty and quality of life in octogenarians with symptomatic coronary artery disease : the FRAIL HEART study. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223376

BACKGROUND:
Symptomatic coronary artery disease (CAD) is an increasing problem for older adults, however little is known about the relationship between frailty and health outcomes.
PURPOSE:
To determine the prevalence of, and relationship between... Read More about Assessment of frailty and quality of life in octogenarians with symptomatic coronary artery disease : the FRAIL HEART study.

Laser processing of transparent conducting films for use in flexible electronics (2020)
Thesis
Eden, J. (2020). Laser processing of transparent conducting films for use in flexible electronics. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222279

Transparent conducting films based on novel materials have been laser processed on glass and flexible polyethylene terephthalate (PET) substrates in order to increase their electrical conductivity. The goal was to reduce the amount of indium used in... Read More about Laser processing of transparent conducting films for use in flexible electronics.

Overcoming constraints to innovation : a study of Tanzanian entrepreneurial firms in the food and beverage industry (2020)
Thesis
Magobe, M. J. (2020). Overcoming constraints to innovation : a study of Tanzanian entrepreneurial firms in the food and beverage industry. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224335

Entrepreneurial firms operating in resource-constrained and uncertain environments find it difficult to engage in innovation activities due to challenging innovation constraints. Innovation constraints may block potential innovative firms from gettin... Read More about Overcoming constraints to innovation : a study of Tanzanian entrepreneurial firms in the food and beverage industry.

Metaphors for Change: the Narrative Power of Domestic Space in Nineteenth and Twentieth Century British Women’s Writing (2020)
Thesis
Goodman, J. E. (2020). Metaphors for Change: the Narrative Power of Domestic Space in Nineteenth and Twentieth Century British Women’s Writing. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4420801

Domestic spaces carry layers of meaning. They evidence structural changes over time, representing different social and economic ideologies and priorities. Their spatial organisation affects the way that life is conducted within them. They are the phy... Read More about Metaphors for Change: the Narrative Power of Domestic Space in Nineteenth and Twentieth Century British Women’s Writing.

Care farming, learning and young people : an exploration into the possible contribution of care farming to young people’s engagement with learning (2020)
Thesis
Fell-Chambers, R. (2020). Care farming, learning and young people : an exploration into the possible contribution of care farming to young people’s engagement with learning. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222316

The aim of this study was to explore the possible contribution of care farming to young people’s engagement with learning. Firstly, the perceptions and experiences of young people accessing alternative curriculum on three care farms were gathered thr... Read More about Care farming, learning and young people : an exploration into the possible contribution of care farming to young people’s engagement with learning.

The use of precision cut lung slices and co-culture modelling to investigate the effect of human rhinovirus on cough and airway inflammation (2020)
Thesis
Stinson, R. J. (2020). The use of precision cut lung slices and co-culture modelling to investigate the effect of human rhinovirus on cough and airway inflammation. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222863

Human Rhinovirus (hRV) is a major cause of upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) and is linked to lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs) and airway diseases exacerbations. Cough, airway inflammation and hypersensation are common symptoms of... Read More about The use of precision cut lung slices and co-culture modelling to investigate the effect of human rhinovirus on cough and airway inflammation.

Applications of radiation in photodiagnosis and photodynamic therapy (2020)
Thesis
Entract, G. (2020). Applications of radiation in photodiagnosis and photodynamic therapy. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222353

The application of radiation to porphyrin-based photosensitisers for the purposes of photodiagnosis and photodynamic therapy have been described in an effort to explore combined therapies, which seek to extend the use of photodynamic therapy beyond i... Read More about Applications of radiation in photodiagnosis and photodynamic therapy.

Investigation and characterization of MP derived from media conditioned by various cancer cell lines and their effect on human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) under static and flow conditions (2020)
Thesis
Algarni, A. E. S. (2020). Investigation and characterization of MP derived from media conditioned by various cancer cell lines and their effect on human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) under static and flow conditions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222898

Microparticles (MP) are procoagulant due to tissue factor and phospholipid exposure on the surface. MP are tumour-derived and can be a beneficial biomarker of cancer to recognize individuals who are susceptible to venous thrombosis. The aim of the pr... Read More about Investigation and characterization of MP derived from media conditioned by various cancer cell lines and their effect on human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) under static and flow conditions.

Brands and Branding: An Analysis of the Evolutionary Development of Baijiu Industry Clusters in China (2020)
Thesis
Yang, H. (2020). Brands and Branding: An Analysis of the Evolutionary Development of Baijiu Industry Clusters in China. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4508198

Research into industry clusters and brands and branding has emerged and developed in the Western world for decades. In China, the Reform and Opening up policy adopted since the late 1970s, has resulted in impressive economic growth around economic cl... Read More about Brands and Branding: An Analysis of the Evolutionary Development of Baijiu Industry Clusters in China.