All Outputs (1117)

Two novel methods of measuring cosmic distances in the Universe (2020)
Thesis
Lindholmer, M. O. (2020). Two novel methods of measuring cosmic distances in the Universe. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223654

We present two novel methods of distance measurement using photometric techniques. We compare the methods to each other and independently created methods to measure photometric redshifts. The first method we present in this thesis is based on SFR of... Read More about Two novel methods of measuring cosmic distances in the Universe.

Music plega : towards an understanding of play within professional chamber ensemble music rehearsals (2020)
Thesis
Todd, R. W. (2020). Music plega : towards an understanding of play within professional chamber ensemble music rehearsals. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223454

This thesis explores the phenomenon of play within professional chamber ensemble music rehearsals of the Western art tradition. It sets out to provide a critical examination of existing literature on play, especially to consider relevant ideas within... Read More about Music plega : towards an understanding of play within professional chamber ensemble music rehearsals.

A mixed methods investigation of multidimensional fatigue in the wind industry: towards a sustainable workforce (2020)
Thesis
McMaster, S. (2020). A mixed methods investigation of multidimensional fatigue in the wind industry: towards a sustainable workforce. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223417

The wind industry encompasses a high hazard work environment with multiple demands unique to those working in this sector. A key risk to health, safety and productivity is operator fatigue. Poor management of operator fatigue is highly associated wit... Read More about A mixed methods investigation of multidimensional fatigue in the wind industry: towards a sustainable workforce.

Academic employees’ understandings of workplace well-being in Ghana: an interpretive phenomenological analysis (2020)
Thesis
Ofori, D. W. (2020). Academic employees’ understandings of workplace well-being in Ghana: an interpretive phenomenological analysis. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223382

Aim This study aimed to use eudaimonic theory to investigate how academic employees in Ghana understand workplace well-being, what well-being means to them and what changes have taken place over time. Method The well-being experience, views and st... Read More about Academic employees’ understandings of workplace well-being in Ghana: an interpretive phenomenological analysis.

Monte Carlo simulations of two-dimensional electron gasses in gallium nitride high electron mobility transistors via general-purpose computing on graphics processing units (2020)
Thesis
Smith, L. (2020). Monte Carlo simulations of two-dimensional electron gasses in gallium nitride high electron mobility transistors via general-purpose computing on graphics processing units. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223241

The work in this thesis covers two main topics: successfully porting an Ensemble Monte Carlo (EMC) focused on bulk III-V semiconductors on to the graphics processing unit (GPU) and investigating carrier transport in a two-dimensional electron gas (2D... Read More about Monte Carlo simulations of two-dimensional electron gasses in gallium nitride high electron mobility transistors via general-purpose computing on graphics processing units.

A systematic review and critical interpretive synthesis of public perceptions of palliative care (2020)
Thesis
Gill, A. J. (2020). A systematic review and critical interpretive synthesis of public perceptions of palliative care. (Thesis). Hull York Medical School, the University of Hull and the University of York. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223148

Introduction Professional and public misperceptions about palliative care are common and may contribute to poor palliative care access in different settings globally. In this thesis, I aimed to better understand these public perceptions and the infl... Read More about A systematic review and critical interpretive synthesis of public perceptions of palliative care.

An investigation of the regulatory mechanisms of cellular homeostasis and haemostasis initiated by tissue factor (2020)
Thesis
Mohammad, M. A. (2020). An investigation of the regulatory mechanisms of cellular homeostasis and haemostasis initiated by tissue factor. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222998

The signalling arising from tissue factor (TF) has been associated with cellular homeostasis as well as haemostasis and, is particularly pertinent in carcinogenesis and cancer progression. The formation of the TF-FVIIa complex is known to activate pr... Read More about An investigation of the regulatory mechanisms of cellular homeostasis and haemostasis initiated by tissue factor.

Performance assessment and optimisation of a novel guideless irregular dew point cooler using artificial intelligence (2020)
Thesis
Akhlagi, Y. G. (2020). Performance assessment and optimisation of a novel guideless irregular dew point cooler using artificial intelligence. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4222977

Air Conditioners (ACs) are a vital need in modern buildings to provide comfortable indoor air for the occupants. Several alternatives for the traditional coolers are introduced to improve the cooling efficiency but among them, Evaporative Coolers (EC... Read More about Performance assessment and optimisation of a novel guideless irregular dew point cooler using artificial intelligence.

ERS guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of chronic cough in adults and children [correction] (2020)
Journal Article
Morice, A. H., Millqvist, E., Bieksiene, K., Birring, S. S., Dicpinigaitis, P., Ribas, C. D., …Zacharasiewicz, A. (2020). ERS guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of chronic cough in adults and children [correction]. European respiratory journal, 56(5), Article 51136-2019. https://doi.org/10.1183/13993003.51136-2019

Joseph Franz Domin (1754-1819) and His Contribution to Electrotherapy (2020)
Journal Article
Habek, D., Čerkez Habek, J., & Čartolovni, A. (2020). Joseph Franz Domin (1754-1819) and His Contribution to Electrotherapy. 00 Journal not listed, 32(sup.4), S432-S435

Joseph Franz Domin (1754-1819) as the croatian theologian and philosopher is primary animist (vitalist), and in practice he has worked as physicist - mechanist, although the humoral theory at that time will be a foundation of medical philosophy more... Read More about Joseph Franz Domin (1754-1819) and His Contribution to Electrotherapy.

Speech levels: Do we talk at the same level as we wish others to and assume they do? (2020)
Journal Article
Toyomura, A., Fujii, T., Nakabayashi, K., Smith, D. R., Toyama, J., & Kawabata, Y. (2020). Speech levels: Do we talk at the same level as we wish others to and assume they do?. Acoustical Science and Technology, 41(6), 841-844. https://doi.org/10.1250/ast.41.841

Understanding rural Do-It-Yourself science through social learning in communities of practice (2020)
Journal Article
Wulandhari, N. B. I., Mishra, N., Dora, M., & Samuel, F. W. (2021). Understanding rural Do-It-Yourself science through social learning in communities of practice. Technological Forecasting and Social Change, 163, Article 120411. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.techfore.2020.120411

© 2020 The structural shift created by recent technological developments has resulted in the rise of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) science. Although DIY science has been useful in terms of explicating maker-movements within developed countries, its usage in a... Read More about Understanding rural Do-It-Yourself science through social learning in communities of practice.

Multiscale characterization of the 3D network structure of metal carbides in a Ni superalloy by synchrotron X-ray microtomography and ptychography (2020)
Journal Article
Zhang, Z., Khong, J. C., Koe, B., Luo, S., Huang, S., Qin, L., …Mi, J. (2021). Multiscale characterization of the 3D network structure of metal carbides in a Ni superalloy by synchrotron X-ray microtomography and ptychography. Scripta materialia, 193, 71-76. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scriptamat.2020.10.032

Synchrotron X-ray microtomography and ptychography were used to characterize the 3D network structure, morphology and distribution of metal carbides in an as-cast IN713LC Ni superalloy. MC typed carbides were found to distribute mainly on the grain b... Read More about Multiscale characterization of the 3D network structure of metal carbides in a Ni superalloy by synchrotron X-ray microtomography and ptychography.

The green economy (2020)
Other
Gibbs, D. (2019). The green economy

This encyclopedia entry examines the rise of what is termed the ‘green economy’. While there are many definitions and interpretations of how it can be defined and what it means, the basic idea comes from a growing awareness that our current forms of... Read More about The green economy.

Cancer Screening, Diagnosis, And Treatment Experiences For People With Learning Disabilities : Staff And Patient Perspectives (2020)
Thesis
McAteer, T. (2020). Cancer Screening, Diagnosis, And Treatment Experiences For People With Learning Disabilities : Staff And Patient Perspectives. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4192637

This portfolio thesis has three separate parts: a systematic literature review, an empirical paper, and corresponding appendices. Part One is a systematic literature review that aimed to identify the factors affecting the psychosocial experience of... Read More about Cancer Screening, Diagnosis, And Treatment Experiences For People With Learning Disabilities : Staff And Patient Perspectives.

Incomplete surgical excision of keratinocyte skin cancers: a systematic review and meta‐analysis (2020)
Journal Article
Nolan, G., Kiely, A., Totty, J., Wormald, J., Wade, R., Arbyn, M., & Jain, A. (2021). Incomplete surgical excision of keratinocyte skin cancers: a systematic review and meta‐analysis. British journal of dermatology, 184(6), 1033-1044. https://doi.org/10.1111/bjd.19660

Background Keratinocyte or nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) is the commonest malignancy worldwide. The usual treatment is surgical excision. Current guidelines underestimate incomplete excision rates. Objectives We aimed to determine the risk of i... Read More about Incomplete surgical excision of keratinocyte skin cancers: a systematic review and meta‐analysis.

Evaluating trastuzumab in the treatment of HER2 positive breast cancer (2020)
Journal Article
Jaques, R., Xu, S., & Matsakas, A. (2020). Evaluating trastuzumab in the treatment of HER2 positive breast cancer. Histology and Histopathology, 35(10), 1059-1075. https://doi.org/10.14670/HH-18-221

© 2020, Histology and Histopathology. All rights reserved. The transmembrane oncoprotein HER2 is encoded by ERBB2 gene and overexpressed in around 20% of invasive breast cancers. It can be specifically targeted by Trastuzumab (Herceptin®), a humanise... Read More about Evaluating trastuzumab in the treatment of HER2 positive breast cancer.

Understanding the shared experiences of creating a digital life story with individuals with dementia and their spouse (2020)
Journal Article
Sweeney, L., Wolverson, E., & Clarke, C. (2021). Understanding the shared experiences of creating a digital life story with individuals with dementia and their spouse. Dementia, 20(5), 1791–1813. https://doi.org/10.1177/1471301220970403

Introduction Life story books in dementia are used as a part of person-centred care. Whilst the current literature demonstrates associations between completing life story books and increased well-being, little is known about the process and how it i... Read More about Understanding the shared experiences of creating a digital life story with individuals with dementia and their spouse.

Tellurium in Late Permian-Early Triassic Sediments as a Proxy for Siberian Flood Basalt Volcanism (2020)
Journal Article
Regelous, M., Regelous, A., Grasby, S. E., Bond, D. P., Haase, K. M., Gleißner, S., & Wignall, P. B. (2020). Tellurium in Late Permian-Early Triassic Sediments as a Proxy for Siberian Flood Basalt Volcanism. Geochemistry, geophysics, geosystems G³, 21(11), Article e2020GC009064. https://doi.org/10.1029/2020GC009064

We measured the concentrations of trace elements in Late Permian to Early Triassic sediments from Spitsbergen. High mercury concentrations in sediments from the level of the Permo-Triassic Mass Extinction (PTME) at this location were previously attri... Read More about Tellurium in Late Permian-Early Triassic Sediments as a Proxy for Siberian Flood Basalt Volcanism.

Surgical fixation compared with cast immobilisation for adults with a bicortical fracture of the scaphoid waist: the SWIFFT RCT (2020)
Journal Article
Dias, J., Brealey, S., Cook, L., Fairhurst, C., Hinde, S., Leighton, P., …Torgerson, D. (2020). Surgical fixation compared with cast immobilisation for adults with a bicortical fracture of the scaphoid waist: the SWIFFT RCT. Health Technology Assessment, 24(52), 1-234. https://doi.org/10.3310/hta24520

Participants: Adults (aged ≥ 16 years) presenting within 2 weeks of injury with a clear, bicortical fracture of the scaphoid waist on plain radiographs. Interventions: Early surgical fixation using Conformité Européenne-marked headless compression sc... Read More about Surgical fixation compared with cast immobilisation for adults with a bicortical fracture of the scaphoid waist: the SWIFFT RCT.