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Management of watergate to enhance fisheries in the Nam Kam River system, Thailand (2017)
Thesis
Apiradee Hanpongkittikul. (2017). Management of watergate to enhance fisheries in the Nam Kam River system, Thailand. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220520

The impact of watergate operation on hydrology and habitat, and their effects on fish migration, fish diversity, population structure, and recruitment of fisheries resources were studied in the Nam Kam River system, a tributary of the Mekong in Thail... Read More about Management of watergate to enhance fisheries in the Nam Kam River system, Thailand.

Export processing zones (EPZs) in Tanzania : impact and influencing factors (2017)
Thesis
Kiria, J. S. (2017). Export processing zones (EPZs) in Tanzania : impact and influencing factors. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220466

This thesis is an attempt to understand the impact of, and factors influencing the outcomes of EPZs in a latecomer context, using Tanzania as a case study. Also, it aims to understand why governments in developing context preserve tax incentives. The... Read More about Export processing zones (EPZs) in Tanzania : impact and influencing factors.

The care priorities of haemodialysis patients (2017)
Thesis
Reid, C. (2017). The care priorities of haemodialysis patients. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220291

Background: Patients receiving haemodialysis have a reduced quality of life when compared to the general population and report deficiencies in satisfaction with care. As such it is important that we are able to evaluate dialysis care from the patient... Read More about The care priorities of haemodialysis patients.

Detection performance and mitigation techniques in CR networks (2017)
Thesis
Ammar, M. (2017). Detection performance and mitigation techniques in CR networks. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4219886

Pervasive wireless communications rely enormously on spectrum utilization; the increase in demand for new wireless services and their application has led to spectrum scarcity. Spectrum limitations can be resolved by cognitive radio (CR) which is a te... Read More about Detection performance and mitigation techniques in CR networks.

Is it all academic? : a review of the utility of management research and the quest for economic and social impact (2017)
Thesis
Ord, K. (2017). Is it all academic? : a review of the utility of management research and the quest for economic and social impact. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4219860

This study was prompted by recent changes in higher education funding policies that have been introduced to encourage greater economic and social impact from investments in academic research. Historically certain elements of the social sciences, part... Read More about Is it all academic? : a review of the utility of management research and the quest for economic and social impact.

Trauma, culture and compassion : interpreter, asylum seeker and refugee perspectives of mental health interventions (2017)
Thesis
Myler, C. (2017). Trauma, culture and compassion : interpreter, asylum seeker and refugee perspectives of mental health interventions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4219745

This portfolio thesis has three parts. Part one is a systematic literature review in which an analysis is conducted on existing research exploring asylum seekers’ and refugees’ beliefs and experiences of interventions for trauma-related distress. A s... Read More about Trauma, culture and compassion : interpreter, asylum seeker and refugee perspectives of mental health interventions.

Development of an insitu quantitative measurement system for stress hormones : towards open microfluidic system (2017)
Thesis
Abdulsattar, J. O. (2017). Development of an insitu quantitative measurement system for stress hormones : towards open microfluidic system. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224572

Personalized health diagnostic and monitoring has gained serious attention in recent years and one area of interest is the analysis of hormones which indicate increased stress levels. Cortisol (known also as hydrocortisone) and cortisone are steroid... Read More about Development of an insitu quantitative measurement system for stress hormones : towards open microfluidic system.

The synthesis and validation of multimodal PET/fluorescence zinc sensing probes as potential imaging agents for prostate cancer (2017)
Thesis
Firth, G. (2017). The synthesis and validation of multimodal PET/fluorescence zinc sensing probes as potential imaging agents for prostate cancer. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221824

Prostate cancer (PCa) is the 2nd most common cancer worldwide for males, and the 4th most common cancer overall, accounting for 15% of all male cancers in 2012. PCa is asymptomatic in its early stages, advances in medical imaging are improving diagno... Read More about The synthesis and validation of multimodal PET/fluorescence zinc sensing probes as potential imaging agents for prostate cancer.

Identification and functional characterization of putative mitochondrial iron transporters from the human pathogen Trypanosoma brucei (2017)
Thesis
Zheng, F. (2017). Identification and functional characterization of putative mitochondrial iron transporters from the human pathogen Trypanosoma brucei. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221817

Trypanosoma brucei is a medically important protozoan parasite causing African sleeping sickness in humans. Treatment of this disease is possible, but is hindered by the limited availability of effective drugs as well as the rapid emergence of drug r... Read More about Identification and functional characterization of putative mitochondrial iron transporters from the human pathogen Trypanosoma brucei.

Comparison of calculated and measured temperature fields in laser-heated thin film systems (2017)
Thesis
Clarke, A. J. (2017). Comparison of calculated and measured temperature fields in laser-heated thin film systems. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221782

Thermal modelling of the laser processing of nanoparticulate ITO films has been carried out with models of varying complexity. The results from a simple semi-analytical 1D model and numerical 1D, 2D and 2D-axisymmetric models are reported for continu... Read More about Comparison of calculated and measured temperature fields in laser-heated thin film systems.

Signalling theory embedded in the throughput model to examine the influence of culture upon external auditors' reliance on the internal audit function (2017)
Thesis
Albawwat, I. E. (2017). Signalling theory embedded in the throughput model to examine the influence of culture upon external auditors' reliance on the internal audit function. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221681

International Standard on Auditing (ISA) 610 (Revised 2013) allows external auditors (EAs) to rely on the internal audit function (IAF) in obtaining audit evidence if the latter meets certain quality criteria. The revisions made to the standard are i... Read More about Signalling theory embedded in the throughput model to examine the influence of culture upon external auditors' reliance on the internal audit function.

The impact of foreignness on the compliance with the international standards for the professional practice of internal auditing (2017)
Thesis
Alhendi, E. A. (2017). The impact of foreignness on the compliance with the international standards for the professional practice of internal auditing. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221258

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) was established to organise the profession. The IIA provides members with an International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) to lead their professional practice and confirm the highest-quality internal a... Read More about The impact of foreignness on the compliance with the international standards for the professional practice of internal auditing.

Movements and population dynamics of brown trout in reservoirs and headwaters (2017)
Thesis
Wallace, L. (2017). Movements and population dynamics of brown trout in reservoirs and headwaters. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4221237

To fully understand movements of fish a multi-faceted, varied approach is required. In this study, a combination of Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) and acoustic telemetry was used in a complementary approach to understand the movements of brown... Read More about Movements and population dynamics of brown trout in reservoirs and headwaters.

What are the experiences of sexual intimacy in people aged 75-85 in the UK in the context of partnership relationships (2017)
Thesis
Garrett, D. (2017). What are the experiences of sexual intimacy in people aged 75-85 in the UK in the context of partnership relationships. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220749

The experiences of sexual intimacy for partnered older people are little researched. This study, situated in a life course perspective on sexuality, purposively sampled data from 11 in-depth interviews and 41 pieces of correspondence from people betw... Read More about What are the experiences of sexual intimacy in people aged 75-85 in the UK in the context of partnership relationships.

A spectroscopic and imaging investigation of sporopollenin-metal interactions (2017)
Thesis
Alkhatib, F. M. (2017). A spectroscopic and imaging investigation of sporopollenin-metal interactions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220724

The main objective has been the determination of the nature of the interaction of metal complexes and salts with the surface of sporopollenin exine capsules (SEC) and other naturally occurring spore exines. These natural materials derived from plant... Read More about A spectroscopic and imaging investigation of sporopollenin-metal interactions.

Investigation of a super performance dew point air cooler and its application in buildings (2017)
Thesis
Xu, P. (2017). Investigation of a super performance dew point air cooler and its application in buildings. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220569

Based on extensive literature reviews, technical opportunities were identified to improve the energy efficiency of a dew point air cooler. This applied research aimed to develop a super-performance dew point air cooler to replace or partly replace th... Read More about Investigation of a super performance dew point air cooler and its application in buildings.

Modelling, analysis and feedback control design for upright standing sways (2017)
Thesis
Mohammed, G. A. (2017). Modelling, analysis and feedback control design for upright standing sways. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4219855

Human body upright standing is inherently unstable, and as a bipedal creature, the body can implement several functions such as upright standing, walking and running, with the help of the central nervous system. Understanding the stability control of... Read More about Modelling, analysis and feedback control design for upright standing sways.

Sustainability transitions and leapfrogging in latecomer cities : a case of the diffusion of solar thermal energy in China (2017)
Thesis
Yu, Z. (2017). Sustainability transitions and leapfrogging in latecomer cities : a case of the diffusion of solar thermal energy in China. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224324

Sustainability transition has been a burgeoning research field and political practice due to its focus on the systemic and fundamental transformation of existing main human sectors to curb global climate change. The present thesis aims to contribute... Read More about Sustainability transitions and leapfrogging in latecomer cities : a case of the diffusion of solar thermal energy in China.

Development of a low-cost zinc oxide-based material hybrid memristor (2017)
Thesis
Gray, R. J. (2017). Development of a low-cost zinc oxide-based material hybrid memristor. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224289

In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in two-terminal resistive devices as a new universal memory, which has the speed of static random access memory (SRAM), simplicity of dynamic random access memory (DRAM) and non-volatile storag... Read More about Development of a low-cost zinc oxide-based material hybrid memristor.