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Multibody dynamics modelling of the masticatory system of the house mouse (Mus musculus) (2015)
Thesis
Chabokdast, A. (2015). Multibody dynamics modelling of the masticatory system of the house mouse (Mus musculus). (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4216538

Understanding the function of masticatory system of the mouse, the model of choice for craniofacial studies is invaluable, yet has been investigated poorly. Multibody dynamic analysis (MDA), which is a 3D computer modelling technique used in this stu... Read More about Multibody dynamics modelling of the masticatory system of the house mouse (Mus musculus).

Development of a PET probe for the imaging of COX-2 expression in cancers (2015)
Thesis
Pacelli, A. (2015). Development of a PET probe for the imaging of COX-2 expression in cancers. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4219308

The COX-2 isozyme is overexpressed in several kinds of cancer, including colorectal, lung, breast, and oesophageal cancer. High levels of COX-2 are usually associated with poor prognosis and advanced disease. Furthermore, studies have suggested that... Read More about Development of a PET probe for the imaging of COX-2 expression in cancers.

Participation in language learning in virtual worlds : an exploratory case-study of a business English course (2015)
Thesis
Panichi, L. J. (2015). Participation in language learning in virtual worlds : an exploratory case-study of a business English course. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4217100

This PhD explores the notion of learner participation within the context of online language learning in virtual world platforms. Participation is discussed as learner interaction in the target language with reference, in particular, to Breen (2001) a... Read More about Participation in language learning in virtual worlds : an exploratory case-study of a business English course.

Investigating the impact of using an integrated approach to the teaching of writing skills amongst secondary students of English as a foreign language in Saudi Arabia (2015)
Thesis
Alnooh, A. M. (2015). Investigating the impact of using an integrated approach to the teaching of writing skills amongst secondary students of English as a foreign language in Saudi Arabia. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4217812

This research investigates the impact of the use of an integrated approach to the teaching of writing on Saudi EFL students in secondary education. Specifically, it examines its impact on the development of metacognitive strategies, students’ behavio... Read More about Investigating the impact of using an integrated approach to the teaching of writing skills amongst secondary students of English as a foreign language in Saudi Arabia.

Behavioural flexibility in response to environmental change (2015)
Thesis
Kimbell, H. (2015). Behavioural flexibility in response to environmental change. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4217858

A fundamental challenge in biology is to understand how animals can respond to the unprecedented environmental changes caused by human activities. In aquatic systems, pollution and disturbance from anthropogenic activities often impacts upon the sens... Read More about Behavioural flexibility in response to environmental change.

The role of CSR perception in consumer behaviour : the influence of perceived value in Saudi banking industry (2015)
Thesis
Ajina, A. S. (2015). The role of CSR perception in consumer behaviour : the influence of perceived value in Saudi banking industry. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222404

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has received increasing attention and is thought to have a significant impact on consumer behaviour. Many businesses consider this an important factor in maintaining strong relationships with their customers. A c... Read More about The role of CSR perception in consumer behaviour : the influence of perceived value in Saudi banking industry.

An institutional development policy framework for growth in the non-hydrocarbon sectors of Oman : a systems approach (2015)
Thesis
Al-Maimani, A. S. S. (2015). An institutional development policy framework for growth in the non-hydrocarbon sectors of Oman : a systems approach. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4218005

Collective action involving public and private actors (e.g. public institutions, foreign and domestic investors) faces difficulties even in developed economies, let alone in economies that are still developing their institutions. Especially for the l... Read More about An institutional development policy framework for growth in the non-hydrocarbon sectors of Oman : a systems approach.

Ontology-based personalisation of e-learning resources for disabled students (2015)
Thesis
Nganji, J. T. (2015). Ontology-based personalisation of e-learning resources for disabled students. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4218270

Students with disabilities are often expected to use e-learning systems to access learning materials but most systems do not provide appropriate adaptation or personalisation to meet their needs. The difficulties related to inadaptability of curre... Read More about Ontology-based personalisation of e-learning resources for disabled students.

Exploring the impact of hotel interior design through service dominant logic (SDL) and consumer culture theory (CCT) lenses (2015)
Thesis
Alfakhri, D. H. (2015). Exploring the impact of hotel interior design through service dominant logic (SDL) and consumer culture theory (CCT) lenses. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4218314

This study examined the role of interior design in a hotel context. Although the role of interior design is clear in daily life and managerial activities, little consumer research has been conducted to identify the influential elements of interior de... Read More about Exploring the impact of hotel interior design through service dominant logic (SDL) and consumer culture theory (CCT) lenses.

Adaptations in plantarflexor muscle-tendon properties and their impact on gait in claudicants with peripheral arterial disease (2015)
Thesis
King, S. (. L. (2015). Adaptations in plantarflexor muscle-tendon properties and their impact on gait in claudicants with peripheral arterial disease. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4218349

Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a chronic atherosclerotic disease, primarily affecting the lower limbs. The associated intermittent claudication (IC) is a muscle pain/cramping sensation in the legs, primarily brought on by physical activity, suc... Read More about Adaptations in plantarflexor muscle-tendon properties and their impact on gait in claudicants with peripheral arterial disease.

How terrorism ends : a comparative conflict analysis of Northern Ireland, the Basque Country and Corsica (2015)
Thesis
Turner, C. P. (2015). How terrorism ends : a comparative conflict analysis of Northern Ireland, the Basque Country and Corsica. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4218487

This study is concerned with how ethno-nationalist/separatist terrorism is countered within liberal democracies and what impact government responses have on how a conflict involving the use of terrorism is transformed from one of violence to constitu... Read More about How terrorism ends : a comparative conflict analysis of Northern Ireland, the Basque Country and Corsica.

The coastal fisheries of England & Wales : data poor or a model for the future? (2015)
Thesis
Prime, M. (2015). The coastal fisheries of England & Wales : data poor or a model for the future?. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4216482

Coastal fisheries account for a significant amount of economic activity and are crucial to the way of life for countless people and their communities. The coastal fleet has reduced in size and effort, but advances in technology and new target species... Read More about The coastal fisheries of England & Wales : data poor or a model for the future?.

Solidification of metal alloys in pulse electromagnetic fields (2015)
Thesis
Manuwong, T. (2015). Solidification of metal alloys in pulse electromagnetic fields. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4217193

This research studies the evolution of solidification microstructures in applied external physical fields including in a pulse electric current plus a static magnetic field, and a pulse electromagnetic field. A novel electromagnetic pulse device and... Read More about Solidification of metal alloys in pulse electromagnetic fields.

Anti-war and the cyber triangle : strategic implications of cyber operations and cyber security for the state (2015)
Thesis
Herpig, S. (2015). Anti-war and the cyber triangle : strategic implications of cyber operations and cyber security for the state. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221774

[From the introduction:] The main driver for this choice of research was the growing influence of Internet-related issues in contemporary politics in various fields. 2009 saw an intensification of this link between information and communication te... Read More about Anti-war and the cyber triangle : strategic implications of cyber operations and cyber security for the state.

Opening up the fuzzy front-end phase of service innovation (2015)
Thesis
Bundit Thanasopon. (2015). Opening up the fuzzy front-end phase of service innovation. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4217313

The “fuzzy front-end” (FFE) of innovation begins when an opportunity is first considered worthy of further ideation, exploration, and assessment and ends when a firm decides to invest in or to terminate the idea (Khurana & Rosenthal, 1998). Since suc... Read More about Opening up the fuzzy front-end phase of service innovation.

New mobile visualities and the social communication of photography : Instagram as a case study (2015)
Thesis
Serafinelli, E. (2015). New mobile visualities and the social communication of photography : Instagram as a case study. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4217513

This research intends to show how visuality, through the mobility of Instagram (a social media platform designed for photo sharing), is modifying individuals’ perception of the world and their mediated lives. It examines how Instagram transforms indi... Read More about New mobile visualities and the social communication of photography : Instagram as a case study.

An exploration into the use of Facebook groups for health conditions (2015)
Thesis
Moxon, G. E. (2015). An exploration into the use of Facebook groups for health conditions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4217537

This portfolio thesis comprises of three parts. The first part is a systematic literature review, in which empirical literature relating to the use of Facebook groups in health conditions is explored. It aims to provide an understanding of how ind... Read More about An exploration into the use of Facebook groups for health conditions.

Reverse logistics symbiosis in waste recycling : investigating municipal systems and household behaviour in England (2015)
Thesis
Jalil, E. E. A. (2015). Reverse logistics symbiosis in waste recycling : investigating municipal systems and household behaviour in England. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221087

Municipality Solid Waste management services are reverse logistics (RL) operations of significant scale and importance throughout the developed world, and yet the topic has only received limited attention within the logistics and supply-chain managem... Read More about Reverse logistics symbiosis in waste recycling : investigating municipal systems and household behaviour in England.

Study of factors affecting parental choice of private and public school in Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia (2015)
Thesis
Alsuiadi, F. A. (2015). Study of factors affecting parental choice of private and public school in Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4218000

In recent years a preference for secondary private school education over secondary public school education has increased rapidly among parents in Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This study explored why, in the perceptions of 386 particip... Read More about Study of factors affecting parental choice of private and public school in Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia.