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Development of an electro-kinetically driven integrated DNA profile separation and detection system (2010)
Thesis
Oakley, J. A. (2010). Development of an electro-kinetically driven integrated DNA profile separation and detection system. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212978

Described in current literature is the methodology of different aspects of creating a DNA profile which has been successfully performed within a micro-fluidic environment; however integration of each of the different procedures onto a single device h... Read More about Development of an electro-kinetically driven integrated DNA profile separation and detection system.

The exploration of a safety attitude model for departmental safety representatives towards the implementation of a safety management system in an institute of tertiary education in Hong Kong (2010)
Thesis
Li, C.-M. (2010). The exploration of a safety attitude model for departmental safety representatives towards the implementation of a safety management system in an institute of tertiary education in Hong Kong. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212863

In this dissertation, an institute of tertiary education in Hong Kong "The University" represents a leading international research university dedicated to the pursuit of new knowledge in cutting-edge fields and the education of tomorrow's leaders. In... Read More about The exploration of a safety attitude model for departmental safety representatives towards the implementation of a safety management system in an institute of tertiary education in Hong Kong.

Lexical-semantic parameters as robust endophenotypes of abnormal cognitive decline in ageing (2010)
Thesis
Biundo, R. (2010). Lexical-semantic parameters as robust endophenotypes of abnormal cognitive decline in ageing. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212709

The objective of this dissertation was to characterise the relative contribution of genetic influences to individual differences in cross sectional performance and decline of semantic-lexical abilities and to investigate whether these linguistic effe... Read More about Lexical-semantic parameters as robust endophenotypes of abnormal cognitive decline in ageing.

The experience of different types of mania in bipolar disorder (2010)
Thesis
Borg, S. (2010). The experience of different types of mania in bipolar disorder. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211502

Background Previous research investigating interventions which included family members and caregivers in the treatment of bipolar patients were shown to impact positively on patients’ outcomes. Although there is evidence that some family intervention... Read More about The experience of different types of mania in bipolar disorder.

The role of C-terminal cysteines in regulating human proteinase-activated receptor-1 function (2010)
Thesis
Guo, X. (2010). The role of C-terminal cysteines in regulating human proteinase-activated receptor-1 function. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211091

Proteinase-activated receptors (PARs) are a novel group of G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs). The most striking evidence to distinguish them from other GPCRs is that they carry their own tethered ligand within extracellular N-terminus. To activate... Read More about The role of C-terminal cysteines in regulating human proteinase-activated receptor-1 function.

Male reproductive health : reasons why men may choose to participate in trials (2010)
Thesis
Sanderson, C. (2010). Male reproductive health : reasons why men may choose to participate in trials. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4210125

This portfolio thesis comprises of three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical report and a reflective statement.Part one is a systematic review in which literature relating to the empirical paper is reviewed. Due to a paucity of litera... Read More about Male reproductive health : reasons why men may choose to participate in trials.

Foster families : placement outcomes and psychlogical interventions (2010)
Thesis
Kinsey, D. (2010). Foster families : placement outcomes and psychlogical interventions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209875

Foster care is a complex setting to provide therapeutic interventions due to the high rates of difficulty, poor outcomes and high numbers of professionals and carers involved. This systematic review aims to examine interventions that have been empiri... Read More about Foster families : placement outcomes and psychlogical interventions.

Developing clinical practice : personal therapy and supervision (2010)
Thesis
Hughes, S. V. (2010). Developing clinical practice : personal therapy and supervision. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209871

This portfolio thesis comprises of four parts: a systematic literature review paper, an empirical paper, a reflective statement and appendices.Part one is a systematic literature review which examines whether personal therapy is an effective method o... Read More about Developing clinical practice : personal therapy and supervision.

Memory appraisals by older people : associated factors and spousal relationship quality (2010)
Thesis
Hanson, C. D. (2010). Memory appraisals by older people : associated factors and spousal relationship quality. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209867

This portfolio thesis has three parts:

Part one is a systematic review of the factors associated with awareness of memory function in older people without dementia. Recent research suggests that subjective memory complaints may precede objective c... Read More about Memory appraisals by older people : associated factors and spousal relationship quality.

The relationships between psychological factors and weight loss (2010)
Thesis
Crawford, R. (2010). The relationships between psychological factors and weight loss. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209864

This portfolio has three parts:
Part one is a systematic literature review in which the theoretical, conceptual and empirical literature relating to the impact of initial weight-related expectations on weight-loss and related outcomes is explored.
Pa... Read More about The relationships between psychological factors and weight loss.

Psychological distress in women following early pregnancy loss (2010)
Thesis
Whitehead, R. (2010). Psychological distress in women following early pregnancy loss. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209860

This portfolio thesis comprises of three main parts. Part one is a systematic literature review entitled, "Response to & Factors Associated with Coping in Early Pregnancy Loss – A systematic Review of the Literature." Part two of this portfolio p... Read More about Psychological distress in women following early pregnancy loss.

Children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes: parents' psychological wellbeing, sibling empathy and the quality of the sibling relationship (2010)
Thesis
Melbourne, F. L. (2010). Children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes: parents' psychological wellbeing, sibling empathy and the quality of the sibling relationship. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209856

This portfolio thesis comprises three parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical study and a set of appendixes.Part one is a systematic literature review, in which the literature pertaining to factors that impact on the psychological wellbei... Read More about Children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes: parents' psychological wellbeing, sibling empathy and the quality of the sibling relationship.

Sub-fertility : the expectations and perceptions of couple members of medical consultation (2010)
Thesis
Roberts, A. E. J. (2010). Sub-fertility : the expectations and perceptions of couple members of medical consultation. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209829

Sub-fertility represents a major stress for couples requiring management by the partners. The interaction between couple member's strategies may influence the levels of sub-fertility related stress experienced by both partners, as such an understandi... Read More about Sub-fertility : the expectations and perceptions of couple members of medical consultation.

Attentional biases in post traumatic stress disorder and following acquired brain injury (2010)
Thesis
English, J. (2010). Attentional biases in post traumatic stress disorder and following acquired brain injury. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209798

Background: Attentional biases for trauma-relevant information are consideredto be a feature of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, there has beenno systematic review of the published literature into attentional biases across arange of ex... Read More about Attentional biases in post traumatic stress disorder and following acquired brain injury.

Real-time detection of auditory : steady-state brainstem potentials evoked by auditory stimuli (2010)
Thesis
Cheah, L. A. (2010). Real-time detection of auditory : steady-state brainstem potentials evoked by auditory stimuli. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209793

The auditory steady-state response (ASSR) is advantageous against other hearing techniques because of its capability in providing objective and frequency specific information. The objectives are to reduce the lengthy test duration, and improve the si... Read More about Real-time detection of auditory : steady-state brainstem potentials evoked by auditory stimuli.

Early parenting and attachment experiences : the association with adult affective symptoms (2010)
Thesis
Webster, L. A. (2010). Early parenting and attachment experiences : the association with adult affective symptoms. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209729

This portfolio has three parts:-Part one is a systematic literature review, in which the empirical literature relating to factors mediating the relationship between experiences of parenting and offspring adult depression is reviewed. A prior review d... Read More about Early parenting and attachment experiences : the association with adult affective symptoms.

Muscle stiffness and rate of torque development during sprint cycling (2010)
Journal Article
Watsford, M., Ditroilo, M., Fernández-Peña, E., D'Amen, G., & Lucertini, F. (2010). Muscle stiffness and rate of torque development during sprint cycling. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 42(7), 1324-1332. https://doi.org/10.1249/mss.0b013e3181ce509d

PURPOSE Crank torque (CT) application and rate of CT development (RCTD) are important considerations in sprint cycling. The stiffness of the musculotendinous unit is related to the isometric rate of torque development (RTD); however, this relationshi... Read More about Muscle stiffness and rate of torque development during sprint cycling.