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Study of quantum dot and quantum well photodetectors (2010)
Thesis
Jabarullah, N. H. (2010). Study of quantum dot and quantum well photodetectors. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209552

A study of quantum dots-in-well infrared photodetectors (QDIPs) yields results useful for the creation of a two-colour QDIP. Quantum dot infrared photodetectors (QDIPs) have been shown to be a key technology in mid and long wavelength infrared detect... Read More about Study of quantum dot and quantum well photodetectors.

An analysis of ferromagnetic shape memory alloys produced by melt spinning, sputtering and pulsed laser deposition. (2010)
Thesis
Dearing, N. (2010). An analysis of ferromagnetic shape memory alloys produced by melt spinning, sputtering and pulsed laser deposition. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209497

Ferromagnetic shape memory alloys (FSMA) have recently attracted much interest and research because of their large magnetic-field induced strain. Strains of up to 10% have been reported in single crystals of Ni2MnGa at room temperature. The mechanism... Read More about An analysis of ferromagnetic shape memory alloys produced by melt spinning, sputtering and pulsed laser deposition..

A sense of belonging : religion and identity in Yorkshire and Humber fishing communities, c.1815-1914. (2010)
Thesis
Friend, S. F. (2010). A sense of belonging : religion and identity in Yorkshire and Humber fishing communities, c.1815-1914. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209465

This thesis is concerned with the relationship between religion and identity in fishing communities with special emphasis being given to the three communities of Scarborough and Filey on the Yorkshire coast, and Grimsby on the Lincolnshire side of th... Read More about A sense of belonging : religion and identity in Yorkshire and Humber fishing communities, c.1815-1914..

Host-parasite co-evolution and genetic variation at the major histocompatibility complex in the Trinidadian guppy (poecilia reticulata) (2010)
Thesis
McMullan, M. (2010). Host-parasite co-evolution and genetic variation at the major histocompatibility complex in the Trinidadian guppy (poecilia reticulata). (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4213078

The Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) is a region of the vertebrate genome believed to be responsible for an individual's ability to detect and recognise invading parasites. The MHC molecule has been shown to bind to short fragments of parasite... Read More about Host-parasite co-evolution and genetic variation at the major histocompatibility complex in the Trinidadian guppy (poecilia reticulata).

Development of microfluidic devices to maintain and interrogate tissue biopsies - biomedical applications (2010)
Thesis
Hattersley, S. M. (2010). Development of microfluidic devices to maintain and interrogate tissue biopsies - biomedical applications. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212958

Currently most cell-based methodologies in microfluidic systems utilize homogeneous or heterogeneous cell populations. However, these systems do not present an accurate representation of in vivo dynamics. A microfluidic based experimental methodology... Read More about Development of microfluidic devices to maintain and interrogate tissue biopsies - biomedical applications.

The synthesis and properties of liquid crystals with bulky terminal groups for bookshelf geometry ferroelectric mixtures (2010)
Thesis
Radini, I. A. M. (2010). The synthesis and properties of liquid crystals with bulky terminal groups for bookshelf geometry ferroelectric mixtures. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211561

The area of liquid crystals has received a substantial research effort over the last century, particularly when the beneficial applications such as Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs) were realised and developed. The changes to the molecular structure of... Read More about The synthesis and properties of liquid crystals with bulky terminal groups for bookshelf geometry ferroelectric mixtures.

On the concept of humanitarian intervention, with particular reference to New Labour theorising about an ethical dimension to foreign policy (2010)
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Hunter, L. S. C. (2010). On the concept of humanitarian intervention, with particular reference to New Labour theorising about an ethical dimension to foreign policy. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211364

This dissertation explores the moral and political assumptions contained within the concept of humanitarian intervention in the three areas of political science, political philosophy and politics itself. It is argued that far from shedding light on... Read More about On the concept of humanitarian intervention, with particular reference to New Labour theorising about an ethical dimension to foreign policy.

An acoustic water tank disdrometer (2010)
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Winder, P. N. (2010). An acoustic water tank disdrometer. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4209840

Microwave engineers and geomorphologists require rainfall data with a much greater temporal resolution and a better representation of the numbers of large raindrops than is available from current commercial instruments. This thesis describes the deve... Read More about An acoustic water tank disdrometer.

The characterisation of calpain-like proteins in Trypanosoma brucei (2010)
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Liu, W. (2010). The characterisation of calpain-like proteins in Trypanosoma brucei. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4214144

Calpains are a ubiquitous family of calcium-dependent cysteine proteases involved in a wide range of cell regulatory and differentiation processes. In many protozoan organisms, atypical calpains have been discovered that lack the characteristic calci... Read More about The characterisation of calpain-like proteins in Trypanosoma brucei.

Facilitating choice for people with learning disabilities (2010)
Thesis
Bradley, J. (2010). Facilitating choice for people with learning disabilities. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212983

Background: Choice constitutes a core element of the human experience. To deny this right can be seen as a denial of basic human rights and yet for people with learning disabilities this has often been a reality. Some argue that choice is differen... Read More about Facilitating choice for people with learning disabilities.

Development of an electro-kinetically driven integrated DNA profile separation and detection system (2010)
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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)
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Li, C. (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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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.