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Flexible virtual learning environments: a schema-driven approach using sematic web concepts (2008)
Thesis
Wen, L. (2008). Flexible virtual learning environments: a schema-driven approach using sematic web concepts. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213878

Flexible e-Iearning refers to an intelligent educational mechanism that focuses on simulating and improving traditional education as far as possible on the Web by integrating various electronic approaches, technologies, and equipment. This mechanism... Read More about Flexible virtual learning environments: a schema-driven approach using sematic web concepts.

An investigation of the factors which influence the degree of patient involvement in the physiotherapeutic consultation (2008)
Thesis
Green, A. J. (2008). An investigation of the factors which influence the degree of patient involvement in the physiotherapeutic consultation. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208387

The term patient involvement is widely used within the physiotherapy vocabulary, yet it is poorly defined and understood. Little is known about NHS physiotherapists’ attitudes, knowledge or skills regarding patient involvement. The aims of this thesi... Read More about An investigation of the factors which influence the degree of patient involvement in the physiotherapeutic consultation.

On divergence in European human rights laws: the European Convention on Human Rights and European community law: a claim of non-divergence (2008)
Thesis
Varju, M. (2008). On divergence in European human rights laws: the European Convention on Human Rights and European community law: a claim of non-divergence. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208532

The issue of divergence in human rights protection (adjudication) between the law of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and European Community/Union (EC/EU) law has been in the centre of academic attention for decades. The position that t... Read More about On divergence in European human rights laws: the European Convention on Human Rights and European community law: a claim of non-divergence.

Gut failure: Diagnosis and management (2008)
Thesis
Gatt, M. (2008). Gut failure: Diagnosis and management. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208858

Background: Inadequate gut function (IGF) or intestinal failure (IF) is common, particularly in surgical patients and the critically ill. It is difficult to measure objectively, and as a consequence its effects on outcome are contentious and treatmen... Read More about Gut failure: Diagnosis and management.

The role of n-linked glycosylation and sialylation in regulating human proteinase-activated receptor 1 and 4 expression and signalling (2008)
Thesis
Xiao, Y. P. (2008). The role of n-linked glycosylation and sialylation in regulating human proteinase-activated receptor 1 and 4 expression and signalling. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208901

Proteinase-activated receptors (PARs) are a novel family of G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs) that mediate many of the diverse biological effects of proteinases on target cells. N-linked glycosylation is a common post-translational modification in... Read More about The role of n-linked glycosylation and sialylation in regulating human proteinase-activated receptor 1 and 4 expression and signalling.

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.