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Ear pinnae in a neotropical katydid (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae) function as ultrasound guides for bat detection (2022)
Journal Article
Pulver, C. A., Celiker, E., Woodrow, C., Geipel, I., Soulsbury, C. D., Cullen, D. A., …Montealegre-Z, F. (2022). Ear pinnae in a neotropical katydid (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae) function as ultrasound guides for bat detection. eLife, 11, Article e77628. https://doi.org/10.7554/eLife.77628

Early predator detection is a key component of the predator-prey arms race and has driven the evolution of multiple animal hearing systems. Katydids (Insecta) have sophisticated ears, each consisting of paired tympana on each foreleg that receive sou... Read More about Ear pinnae in a neotropical katydid (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae) function as ultrasound guides for bat detection.

Collaborative learning and coordination across agency boundaries to tackle wicked problems (2022)
Thesis
Sydelko, P. J. Collaborative learning and coordination across agency boundaries to tackle wicked problems. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4321188

Conventional approaches to government are confounded by issues that cross agency, stakeholder, jurisdictional, and geopolitical boundaries. These open-ended and highly interdependent issues are often characterized in the literature as ‘wicked problem... Read More about Collaborative learning and coordination across agency boundaries to tackle wicked problems.

From Ballet Shoes to Polyjuice Potion : performing girl heroes from 1936-2007 (2022)
Thesis
Morris, R. E. From Ballet Shoes to Polyjuice Potion : performing girl heroes from 1936-2007. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4320670

This thesis examines girl protagonists who demonstrate heroism through various types of performance beginning with Noel Streatfeild’s Ballet Shoes (1936) and concluding with J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series (1997-2007).
According to Seth Lerer, ‘... Read More about From Ballet Shoes to Polyjuice Potion : performing girl heroes from 1936-2007.

Characterisation of reverse grading in ignimbrites through image analysis and experimental granular currents (2022)
Thesis
Johnson, M. Characterisation of reverse grading in ignimbrites through image analysis and experimental granular currents. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4320614

Pyroclastic density currents (PDCs) are hot, density-driven fast-moving flows of gas, rock and ash produced by volcanic events such as explosive eruptions, the fallback of eruption columns or the collapse of lava domes. They are deadly geological haz... Read More about Characterisation of reverse grading in ignimbrites through image analysis and experimental granular currents.

A mixed methods study of outcomes, experiences, and perceptions of through-knee and above-knee amputation (2022)
Thesis
Crane, H. (2022). A mixed methods study of outcomes, experiences, and perceptions of through-knee and above-knee amputation. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4312145

Through-knee amputation (TKA) has several theoretical physical advantages over above-knee amputation (AKA), yet AKA remains the preferred level of amputation by UK vascular surgeons when below-knee amputation (BKA) is not feasible. How clinician’s pe... Read More about A mixed methods study of outcomes, experiences, and perceptions of through-knee and above-knee amputation.

Understanding behavioural ecology of river-resident fish in winter to improve protection at water pumping stations (2022)
Thesis
Norman, J. Understanding behavioural ecology of river-resident fish in winter to improve protection at water pumping stations. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4291429

Globally, there is a reliance on water pumping stations to manage river levels and prevent flooding in heavily-modified anthropogenic rivers. Pumping stations damage longitudinal and lateral river connectivity and their operation presents a major ris... Read More about Understanding behavioural ecology of river-resident fish in winter to improve protection at water pumping stations.

The Feeling Theory of emotions and the treatment of affective disorders (2022)
Thesis
Gorgogiannis, D. The Feeling Theory of emotions and the treatment of affective disorders. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4287082

I have two primary aims in this thesis. First, I intend to defend a Feeling Theory of emotion. Second, I want to explore the possible implications of a feeling theory for the treatment of emotional disorders. Both of these aims are important given th... Read More about The Feeling Theory of emotions and the treatment of affective disorders.

The impact of chronic breathlessness on psychological concerns and quality of life in an older, frail population in primary care (2022)
Thesis
Elliott-Button, H. L. The impact of chronic breathlessness on psychological concerns and quality of life in an older, frail population in primary care. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224612

Background Chronic breathlessness is a debilitating symptom with major detrimental impact on individuals, carers, across health care settings. Little is known about prevalence, impact, or experience of breathlessness in the older, frail population.... Read More about The impact of chronic breathlessness on psychological concerns and quality of life in an older, frail population in primary care.

Deserted Medieval Villages : determining whether landscape was a significant factor in the depopulation and desertion of medieval villages within the East Riding of Yorkshire (2022)
Thesis
Coulson, K. J. Deserted Medieval Villages : determining whether landscape was a significant factor in the depopulation and desertion of medieval villages within the East Riding of Yorkshire. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224515

[From the introduction:]
The purpose of this dissertation is to determine whether landscape was a significant factor in the depopulation and desertion of medieval villages within the East Riding of Yorkshire.
In a previous study on the subject, the... Read More about Deserted Medieval Villages : determining whether landscape was a significant factor in the depopulation and desertion of medieval villages within the East Riding of Yorkshire.

Social media, transparency and freedom of expression : an empirical analysis on the triad’s contribution to good governance practices in Tanzania (2022)
Thesis
Mwainyekule, L. H. Social media, transparency and freedom of expression : an empirical analysis on the triad’s contribution to good governance practices in Tanzania. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224442

This study investigates social media’s contribution to transparency and freedom of expression. Its main aim is to establish if online platforms contribute to the prerequisites of good governance, especially in countries where laws and regulations are... Read More about Social media, transparency and freedom of expression : an empirical analysis on the triad’s contribution to good governance practices in Tanzania.

Ultrashort pulse laser interaction with aluminium (2022)
Thesis
Proctor, J. (. K. Ultrashort pulse laser interaction with aluminium. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224434

In this thesis an analysis of ultrashort pulse laser interactions with bulk aluminium and aluminium foils is presented. In particular, this thesis has the goal of understanding the laser-material interaction and applying this knowledge to the applica... Read More about Ultrashort pulse laser interaction with aluminium.

Evaluation of suffering and distress in breast cancer patients of Indian heritage undergoing treatment (2022)
Thesis
Daniel, S. M. Evaluation of suffering and distress in breast cancer patients of Indian heritage undergoing treatment. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4224380

Background Breast cancer is now the most common cancer among women in India. The rising incidence is thought to be due to increased life expectancy, urbanisation, and adoption of western lifestyles. However, little is known about the psychological im... Read More about Evaluation of suffering and distress in breast cancer patients of Indian heritage undergoing treatment.

Deep learning for the early detection of harmful algal blooms and improving water quality monitoring (2022)
Thesis
Dagtekin, O. Deep learning for the early detection of harmful algal blooms and improving water quality monitoring. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220252

Climate change will affect how water sources are managed and monitored. The frequency of algal blooms will increase with climate change as it presents favourable conditions for the reproduction of phytoplankton. During monitoring, possible sensory fa... Read More about Deep learning for the early detection of harmful algal blooms and improving water quality monitoring.

Mixing in density- and viscosity-stratified flows (2022)
Journal Article
Allen, P. A., Dorrell, R. M., Harlen, O. G., Thomas, R. E., & McCaffrey, W. D. (2022). Mixing in density- and viscosity-stratified flows. Physics of Fluids, 34(9), Article 096605. https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0108337

The lock-exchange problem is used extensively to study the flow dynamics of density-driven flows, such as gravity currents, and as a canonical problem to mixing in stratified flows. Opposite halves of a domain are filled with two fluids of different... Read More about Mixing in density- and viscosity-stratified flows.

Transition of power: the problems of Britain’s post-imperial relationship with Malta, 1964-1971 (2022)
Journal Article
Smith, S. C. (2023). Transition of power: the problems of Britain’s post-imperial relationship with Malta, 1964-1971. Contemporary British History, 37(1), 27-62. https://doi.org/10.1080/13619462.2022.2113777

There is growing recognition that the end of formal empire did not equate with the ending of ties between the imperial power and its erstwhile dependencies. This was especially so of the ‘fortress colony’ of Malta which following constitutional separ... Read More about Transition of power: the problems of Britain’s post-imperial relationship with Malta, 1964-1971.

A Temperature Dependent Micromagnetic Model of the Antiferromagnet Mn 2 Au: A Multiscale Approach (2022)
Journal Article
Hirst, J., Atxitia, U., Ruta, S., Jackson, J., Petit, L., & Ostler, T. (2022). A Temperature Dependent Micromagnetic Model of the Antiferromagnet Mn 2 Au: A Multiscale Approach. Physical review B: Condensed matter and materials physics, 106(9), Article 094402. https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevB.106.094402

Antiferromagnets (AFMs) are strong candidates for the future spintronic and memory applications largely because of their inherently fast dynamics and lack of stray fields, with Mn2Au being one of the most promising. For the numerical modelling of mag... Read More about A Temperature Dependent Micromagnetic Model of the Antiferromagnet Mn 2 Au: A Multiscale Approach.

A Review Of Modern Slavery In Britain Understanding The Unique Experience Of British Victims And Why It Matters (2022)
Journal Article
Kidd, A., Barlow, C., Murphy, C., & McKee, A. (2022). A Review Of Modern Slavery In Britain Understanding The Unique Experience Of British Victims And Why It Matters. Journal of Victimology and Victim Justice, 5(1), 54–70. https://doi.org/10.1177/25166069221117190

This article offers an original contribution to the field of victimization studies by investigating the current context of, and responses to, British nationals who are victims of modern slavery in the UK (BVs). Through the examination of National Ref... Read More about A Review Of Modern Slavery In Britain Understanding The Unique Experience Of British Victims And Why It Matters.

Experiences of repeat pregnancy in Thai adolescent mothers (2022)
Thesis
Arayajaru, P. Experiences of repeat pregnancy in Thai adolescent mothers. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4247330

Aims: The study aims to increase the understanding of the experiences of repeat adolescent mothers in the context in which they live.
Objective: To explore the experiences of adolescent mothers who have at least one living child and are at least 6 m... Read More about Experiences of repeat pregnancy in Thai adolescent mothers.

Exploring the experiences of unaccompanied asylum seeking children from the perspective of professionals providing community services (2022)
Thesis
Magri, R. Exploring the experiences of unaccompanied asylum seeking children from the perspective of professionals providing community services. (Thesis). University of Hull. https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4240667

Overview
This portfolio thesis is comprised of three parts and includes a systematic literature review, an empirical paper and supporting appendices.
Part one: Systematic literature review.
Part one is the systematic literature review which focu... Read More about Exploring the experiences of unaccompanied asylum seeking children from the perspective of professionals providing community services.