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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Electrical detection of spin state switching in electromigrated nanogap devices (2020)
Thesis
Gee, A. (2020). Electrical detection of spin state switching in electromigrated nanogap devices. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222559

Spin crossover is an effect shown in some transition metal complexes where the spin state of the molecule undergoes a transition from a low spin to a high spin state via the application of light, pressure or a change in temperature. This behaviour ma... Read More about Electrical detection of spin state switching in electromigrated nanogap devices.

A multi-dimensional framework of interactive value formation within complex, prolonged and technology-based self-services (2020)
Thesis
Luyen, V. T. (2020). A multi-dimensional framework of interactive value formation within complex, prolonged and technology-based self-services. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224527

Firms attempt to co-create superior perceived value and/or avoid value co-destruction. There is, however, no guarantee of success especially within the consumption of complex, prolonged and technology-based self-services. In such services, the proces... Read More about A multi-dimensional framework of interactive value formation within complex, prolonged and technology-based self-services.

Investigation of a novel solar assisted heat recovery heat pump system for building space heating and hot water supply (2020)
Thesis
Fan, Y. (2020). Investigation of a novel solar assisted heat recovery heat pump system for building space heating and hot water supply. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224261

With the rapid increment of energy consumption worldwide, the caused environmental contamination and global warming desperately necessitate the further development of renewable energy technologies. This study aims at presenting an in-depth investigat... Read More about Investigation of a novel solar assisted heat recovery heat pump system for building space heating and hot water supply.

Say-on-pay votes and their impact on CEO power, firm performance and firm strategic policies : evidence from Anglo-Saxon economies (2020)
Thesis
Joura, E. A. (2020). Say-on-pay votes and their impact on CEO power, firm performance and firm strategic policies : evidence from Anglo-Saxon economies. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222734

This thesis aims to provide additional insights into the understanding and the importance of various types of SOP votes. Motived by a new regulation called “Pay Ratio Disclosure” in the UK and the USA, and the subsequent changes of SOP regulation in... Read More about Say-on-pay votes and their impact on CEO power, firm performance and firm strategic policies : evidence from Anglo-Saxon economies.

Adaptation of ecological modernisation in China : a case study of eco-transformation of industrial areas in Changsha-Zhuzhou- Xiangtan urban agglomeration (2020)
Thesis
Deng, B. (2020). Adaptation of ecological modernisation in China : a case study of eco-transformation of industrial areas in Changsha-Zhuzhou- Xiangtan urban agglomeration. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222499

Since around 2010, Chinese central and local authorities have made increasingly vigorous efforts in curbing industrial pollution. One approach has been the eco-transformation policies for industrial areas. This thesis defines the eco-transformation o... Read More about Adaptation of ecological modernisation in China : a case study of eco-transformation of industrial areas in Changsha-Zhuzhou- Xiangtan urban agglomeration.