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OpenAIR@RGU is the open access institutional repository of Robert Gordon University. It contains examples of research outputs produced by staff and research students, as well as related information about the university's funded projects and staff research interests. Further information is available in the repository policy. Any questions about submissions to the repository or problems with access to any of its content should be sent to the Publications Team at publications@rgu.ac.uk



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Digital divides in nursing students: an exploration of the relationship between self-perceived digital competencies and digital barriers. (2024)
Journal Article
MARTZOUKOU, K., LUDERS, S.E., WORK, F., KOSTAGIOLAS, P. and JOHNSON, N. [2024]. Digital divides in nursing students: an exploration of the relationship between self-perceived digital competencies and digital barriers. Journal of documentation [online], (accepted). To be made available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/JD-09-2024-0209

In the context of Higher Education nursing education, digital competencies are increasingly recognised as a necessary skillset, within a continuously evolving healthcare professional landscape. This study sought to explore nursing students’ digital c... Read More about Digital divides in nursing students: an exploration of the relationship between self-perceived digital competencies and digital barriers..

Wear-resistant and stable low-friction nanodiamond composite superhard coatings against Al2O3 counter-body in dry condition. (2024)
Journal Article
DIAB, M.R., MURASAWA, K., IBRAHIM, A.M.M., NARAGINO, H., YOSHITAKE, T. and EGIZA, M. [2024]. Wear-resistant and stable low-friction nanodiamond composite superhard coatings against Al2O3 counter-body in dry condition. International journal of refractory metals and hard materials [online], Articles in Press. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijrmhm.2024.106955

Conventional machining lubricants pose environmental hazards and increase production costs. This study addresses this challenge by investigating nanodiamond composite (NDC) coatings deposited on WC–Co substrates as a lubricant-free alternative for su... Read More about Wear-resistant and stable low-friction nanodiamond composite superhard coatings against Al2O3 counter-body in dry condition..

Analytical model for laser cutting in porous media. (2024)
Journal Article
MOSTAFA, A., HOSSAIN, M. and FAISAL, N. 2025. Analytical model for laser cutting in porous media. International journal of thermal sciences [online], 208, article number 109513. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijthermalsci.2024.109513

Laser cutting in porous media presents both challenges and opportunities for various applications. Laser cutting requires a deep understanding of heat transfer, materials and laser physics, and can involve nonlinear and transient effects. There is a... Read More about Analytical model for laser cutting in porous media..

Trust declarations and creditor protection in insolvency: lessons from Wade and Anor v Singh and Ors. (2024)
Journal Article
MAK, C.H.W. [2024]. Trust declarations and creditor protection in insolvency: lessons from Wade and Anor v Singh and Ors. Trusts and trustees [online], (accepted). To be made available from: https://doi.org/10.1093/tandt/ttae086

The High Court case Amanda Wade and Nicholas Nicholson (Joint Liquidators of Msd Cash and Carry Plc (In Liquidation)) v Mohinder Singh, Surjit Singh Deol, Raminder Kaur Deol, the Estate of Bakshish Kaur (Deceased) ('Wade and Anor v Singh and Ors') ex... Read More about Trust declarations and creditor protection in insolvency: lessons from Wade and Anor v Singh and Ors..

An interpretive descriptive study: the exploration of the determinants influencing the use and provision of services for older people with functional mental illness. (2023)
Thesis
WELLS, J. 2023. An interpretive descriptive study: the exploration of the determinants influencing the use and provision of services for older people with functional mental illness. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-2571430

The overall aim of this research study was to explore the determinants influencing the use and provision of services for older people with functional mental illness (FMI). The prevalence of FMI (i.e. illnesses such as depression, bipolar disorder, sc... Read More about An interpretive descriptive study: the exploration of the determinants influencing the use and provision of services for older people with functional mental illness..