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Fast-track packages in colorectal surgery: an examination and development of the evidence supporting their use (2008)
Thesis
Walter, C. J. (2008). Fast-track packages in colorectal surgery: an examination and development of the evidence supporting their use. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208912

During the last decade Fast-track or Enhanced Recovery packages have shown rapid evolution and widespread introduction to colorectal units throughout Europe and the United States of America. The 'fast-track' approach prescribes a 'multi-modal' and 'm... Read More about Fast-track packages in colorectal surgery: an examination and development of the evidence supporting their use.

Development of synthetic routes towards bis (macrocyclic) compounds for imaging and therapy of cancer (2008)
Thesis
Welch, C. J. (2008). Development of synthetic routes towards bis (macrocyclic) compounds for imaging and therapy of cancer. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208906

Porphyrin molecules are efficient generators of singlet oxygen and are used as photosensitisers in PDT. They are also known to accumulate in tumour tissue due to the hyperpermeability of tumour vasculature and poor lymphatic drainage, thus exhibiting... Read More about Development of synthetic routes towards bis (macrocyclic) compounds for imaging and therapy of cancer.

Optimisation of manufacturing systems for plastic moulded products in the automotive industry (2008)
Thesis
Tomar, P. (2008). Optimisation of manufacturing systems for plastic moulded products in the automotive industry. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208897

This thesis presents a study of process planning instabilities and inefficiencies within a plastic component manufacturing company. The company was increasingly pressurised by high customer expectations and competition from the global market. A serie... Read More about Optimisation of manufacturing systems for plastic moulded products in the automotive industry.

Application of artificial neural networks in breast and colorectal surgery (2008)
Thesis
Ramesh, A. N. M. (2008). Application of artificial neural networks in breast and colorectal surgery. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208866

Accurate prediction of a clinical event in an individual patient is extremely useful, as treatment can be appropriately tailored to that individual, avoiding either over or under treatment. More importantly interventions based on prediction in a grou... Read More about Application of artificial neural networks in breast and colorectal surgery.

Urban environmental problems in Bangladesh: A case study of Chittagong City (2008)
Thesis
Rahman, M. M. (2008). Urban environmental problems in Bangladesh: A case study of Chittagong City. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208820

Managing urban environmental problems is an immense challenge for cities in developing countries. Research on inter-urban environmental problems suggests that the dominant environmental problems in developing or low-income cities are localised, immed... Read More about Urban environmental problems in Bangladesh: A case study of Chittagong City.

Electroanalytical chemistry for biological and environmental applications (2008)
Thesis
Evans, L. A. (2008). Electroanalytical chemistry for biological and environmental applications. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208811

Electroanalytical chemistry provides an elegant technique by which to explore, amongst others, various biological and environmental applications. To this end, four areas of electroanalytical chemistry are investigated in order to develop biologically... Read More about Electroanalytical chemistry for biological and environmental applications.

A prospective study of the role of hope in predicting adjustment in new lower limb amputees (2008)
Thesis
Unwin, J. (2008). A prospective study of the role of hope in predicting adjustment in new lower limb amputees. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4208735

The amputation of a lower limb represents a significant physical, practical and emotional challenge for the amputee, their family and services aiming to assist them. Previous research has indicated that psychosocial variables such as satisfaction wit... Read More about A prospective study of the role of hope in predicting adjustment in new lower limb amputees.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Molecular phylogeny and geographic variation of Malagasy iguanas (Oplurus and Chalarodon) (2008)
Journal Article
Münchenberg, T., Wollenberg, K. C., Glaw, F., & Vences, M. (2008). Molecular phylogeny and geographic variation of Malagasy iguanas (Oplurus and Chalarodon). Amphibia-Reptilia, 29(3), 319-327. https://doi.org/10.1163/156853808785112101

The iguanid subfamily Oplurinae consists of seven species of small to medium-sized, arboreal, sand-dwelling or rock-dwelling lizards endemic to Madagascar and the Comoros, belonging to the genera Oplurus and Chalarodon. We here present the first comp... Read More about Molecular phylogeny and geographic variation of Malagasy iguanas (Oplurus and Chalarodon).

Designing intelligent healthcare organisations with KM and ICT (2008)
Journal Article
Dwivedi, A., Wickramasinghe, N., Bali, R. K., & Naguib, R. N. (2008). Designing intelligent healthcare organisations with KM and ICT. International Journal of Knowledge Management Studies, 2(2), 198-213. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJKMS.2008.018321

One of the fundamental challenges faced by the 21st Century clinical practitioner is to acquire proficiency in understanding and interpreting clinical information so as to attain knowledge and wisdom and then apply this through making prudent treatme... Read More about Designing intelligent healthcare organisations with KM and ICT.

The role of the right cerebral hemisphere in processing novel metaphoric expressions: A transcranial magnetic stimulation study (2008)
Journal Article
Pobric, G., Mashal, N., Faust, M., & Lavidor, M. (2008). The role of the right cerebral hemisphere in processing novel metaphoric expressions: A transcranial magnetic stimulation study. Journal of cognitive neuroscience, 20(1), 170-181. https://doi.org/10.1162/jocn.2008.20005

Abstract Previous research suggests that the right hemisphere (RH) may contribute uniquely to the processing of metaphoric language. However, causal relationships between local brain activity in the RH and metaphors comprehension were never establish... Read More about The role of the right cerebral hemisphere in processing novel metaphoric expressions: A transcranial magnetic stimulation study.

Development of a microfluidic device for the maintenance and interrogation of viable tissue biopsies (2008)
Journal Article
Dyer, C. E., Greenman, J., Haswell, S. J., & Hattersley, S. M. (2008). Development of a microfluidic device for the maintenance and interrogation of viable tissue biopsies. Lab on a chip, 8(11), 1842-1846. https://doi.org/10.1039/b809345h

A microfluidic based experimental methodology has been developed that offers a biomimetic microenvironment in which pseudo in vivo tissue studies can be carried out under in vitro conditions. Using this innovative technique, which utilizes the inhere... Read More about Development of a microfluidic device for the maintenance and interrogation of viable tissue biopsies.

Shakespeare's Gallatheas (2008)
Book Chapter
Drábek, P., & Drabek, P. (2008). Shakespeare's Gallatheas. In Shakespeare Between the Middle Ages and Modernism: from translator’s art to academic discourse (108 - 116). Charles University

On the influence of John Lyly's Gallathea on William Shakespeare's early plays, especially A Midsummer Night's Dream and Love's Labour's Lost. A chapter in the book dedicated to Professor Martin Hilský.

Shakespeare's Influence on Mucedorus (2008)
Book Chapter
Drábek, P., & Drabek, P. (2008). Shakespeare's Influence on Mucedorus. In Shakespeare and His Collaborators over the Centuries (45 - 53). Cambridge Scholars Publishing

The anonymous Mucedorus (first printed in 1598) was one of the most popular Elizabethan plays. In 1610, the third, reworked edition was published after the play had been performed by Shakespeare's company, the King's Men. This article tries to recons... Read More about Shakespeare's Influence on Mucedorus.

Shakespeare and his collaborators over the centuries (2008)
Book
Kolinská, K., Nicholls, M., Drábek, P., & Drabek, P. (2008). Shakespeare and his collaborators over the centuries. Cambridge Scholars Publishing

An edited volume of essays on the collaborative nature of Shakespeare's works, originating in the eponymous conference held at Masaryk University (Brno, CZ) on February 8-11, 2006.