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The environmental impacts and developmental constraints of tidal current energy generation. (2007)
Thesis
DACRE, S.L. 2007. The environmental impacts and developmental constraints of tidal current energy generation. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

The thesis discusses the environmental impacts and developmental constraints of tidal current energy. Using an iterative approach and drawing upon a number of different methodologies the thesis attempts to evaluate the development potential of tidal... Read More about The environmental impacts and developmental constraints of tidal current energy generation..

An investigation into factors influencing the production and degradation of microcystins. (2007)
Thesis
GRAHAM, D.J.L. 2007. An investigation into factors influencing the production and degradation of microcystins. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

Microcystins (MCYST) potently inhibit protein phosphatases and these cyclic heptapeptides are powerful hepatotoxins. They are known to be secondary metabolites produced by several species of cyanobacteria. The release of these peptides into water sup... Read More about An investigation into factors influencing the production and degradation of microcystins..

Away from end product or genre: a protocol as artistic language: evolving a critical framework for contemporary visual art practice in the public (or social) realm, 2000-2003. (2007)
Thesis
BOURNE, S. 2007. Away from end product or genre: a protocol as artistic language: evolving a critcal framework for contemporary visual art practice in the public (or social) realm, 2000-2003. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-1437838

For contemporary visual art to be visible and exist as art in peer networks it usually depends upon its transformation into objects. Can we define and test out an alternative visibility more adequate to a production that is 'an act of supplying'? I p... Read More about Away from end product or genre: a protocol as artistic language: evolving a critical framework for contemporary visual art practice in the public (or social) realm, 2000-2003..

Enhancing service delivery for chronic low back pain: evidence for patient-centred physiotherapy and the objective measurement of outcome. (2007)
Thesis
COOPER, K. 2007. Enhancing service delivery for chronic low back pain: evidence for patient-centred physiotherapy and the objective measurement of outcome. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-1688439

This thesis incorporates two studies, whose combined aims were to inform and improve the physiotherapy management of chronic low back pain (CLBP) patients in primary care. A qualitative study explored patients' perceptions of physiotherapy for CLBP,... Read More about Enhancing service delivery for chronic low back pain: evidence for patient-centred physiotherapy and the objective measurement of outcome..

An analysis of the development of family health nursing in Scotland through policy and practice 1998-2006. (2007)
Thesis
MACDUFF, C. 2007. An analysis of the development of family health nursing in Scotland through policy and practice 1998-2006. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

In 1998 World Health Organisation Europe outlined a vision of a new community-based nurse called the Family Health Nurse (FHN) who would help individuals, families and communities to cope with illness and to improve their health. Scotland was the fir... Read More about An analysis of the development of family health nursing in Scotland through policy and practice 1998-2006..

Evaluation and testing of a novel photocatalytic reactor with model water pollutants. (2007)
Thesis
MOHAMMED, A.O. 2007. Evaluation and testing of a novel photocatalytic reactor with model water pollutants. Robert Gordon University, MRes thesis.

Semiconductor photocatalysis is a newly emerging technology for the elimination of harmful chemical compounds from air and water. It couples low-energy ultraviolet light with semiconductors acting as photocatalyst and thereby overcoming many of the d... Read More about Evaluation and testing of a novel photocatalytic reactor with model water pollutants..

The application of low aspect ratio hydrofoils to the secure positioning of static equipment in tidal streams. (2007)
Thesis
OWEN, A. 2007. The application of low aspect ratio hydrofoils to the secure positioning of static equipment in tidal streams. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

The costs of installing tidal energy technology are high, requiring expensive vessels to drill sockets in the sea bed or to handle gravity based structures of substantial mass, and this impacts on the commercial viability of any proposed marine renew... Read More about The application of low aspect ratio hydrofoils to the secure positioning of static equipment in tidal streams..

Detection, analysis, and photocatalytic destruction of the freshwater taint compound geosmin. (2007)
Thesis
BELLU, E. 2007. Detection, analysis, and photocatalytic destruction of the freshwater taint compound geosmin. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

A significant issue affecting the aquaculture and water industries is the presence of off-flavour compounds in water, which cause problems by imparting an undesirable earthy/musty flavour and smell to water and fish. Two predominant off-flavour compo... Read More about Detection, analysis, and photocatalytic destruction of the freshwater taint compound geosmin..

Culture, change and individual differences in the Scottish episcopal church. (2007)
Thesis
BROWN, M.L. 2007. Culture, change and individual differences in the Scottish episcopal church. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

There is continuing interest in religion and spirituality in Britain, although membership of mainstream churches is declining. Perceived secularisation of contemporary British society, together with increasing competition from New Age movements, is c... Read More about Culture, change and individual differences in the Scottish episcopal church..

Molecular mechanisms of nutrient mediated regulation of hypoxia inducible factor -1a(HIF-1a) in endothelial cells. (2007)
Thesis
HECTOR, E.E. 2007. Molecular mechanisms of nutrient mediated regulation of hypoxia inducible factor -1a(HIF-1a) in endothelial cells. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

Poorly-controlled diabetes mellitus is associated with the development of chronic vascular complications, which cause morbidity and premature mortality. Many studies have highlighted that maintenance of normal blood glucose levels in all people with... Read More about Molecular mechanisms of nutrient mediated regulation of hypoxia inducible factor -1a(HIF-1a) in endothelial cells..

Timber frame construction in North East Scotland: a century of precedent 1830s - 1930s. (2007)
Thesis
BRUCE, I.S. 2007. Timber frame construction in North East Scotland: a century of precedent 1830s - 1930s. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

This study was prompted by a natural inquisitiveness about the concentration of timber buildings in both Braemar on Deeside and Fochabers on Speyside, and the assumed association with the history of timber extraction in the respective river systems.... Read More about Timber frame construction in North East Scotland: a century of precedent 1830s - 1930s..

Composite inorganic membranes for hydrogen reaction, separation and purification. (2007)
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EL-ZAROUK, K.M.2007. Composite inorganic membranes for hydrogen reaction, separation and purification. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

Silica-alumina composite membranes for hydrogen separation and high temperature chemical reactions were prepared using both conventional and modified dip-coating techniques. These were deposited on commercially available a.-alumina macroporous suppor... Read More about Composite inorganic membranes for hydrogen reaction, separation and purification..

Real time evolutionary algorithms in robotic neural control systems. (2006)
Thesis
JAGADEESAN, A.P. 2006. Real time evolutionary algorithms in robotic neural control systems. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

This thesis describes the use of a Real-Time Evolutionary Algorithm (RTEA) to optimise an Artificial Neural Network (ANN) on-line (in this context on-line means while it is in use). Traditionally, Evolutionary Algorithms (Genetic Algorithms, Evolutio... Read More about Real time evolutionary algorithms in robotic neural control systems..

The experience of young carers in the context of a range of parental conditions: physical disability, mental health problems and substance misuse. (2006)
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CHRISTIE, E. 2006. The experience of young carers in the context of a range of parental conditions: physical disability, mental health problems and substance misuse. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

The current study set out to explore the affect and significance of differing parental conditions on the experiences commonly reported by young carers. Previous studies on young caring have reflected on the impacts of caring for parents with particul... Read More about The experience of young carers in the context of a range of parental conditions: physical disability, mental health problems and substance misuse..

Complexity modelling for case knowledge maintenance in case-based reasoning. (2006)
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MASSIE. S. 2006. Complexity modelling for case knowledge maintenance in case-based reasoning. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

Case-based reasoning solves new problems by re-using the solutions of previously solved similar problems and is popular because many of the knowledge engineering demands of conventional knowledge-based systems are removed. The content of the case kno... Read More about Complexity modelling for case knowledge maintenance in case-based reasoning..

Analysis of legal protection of victims of discrimination and harassment and development of strategies for reform. (2006)
Thesis
MIDDLEMISS, S. 2006. Analysis of legal protection of victims of discrimination and harassment and development of strategies for reform. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

In the course of my relatively short research career I have been extremely productive and published widely on employment law, especially in the area of discrimination law and the civil law of harassment. I have also researched and been published on a... Read More about Analysis of legal protection of victims of discrimination and harassment and development of strategies for reform..

Art as a narrative of alterity. (2006)
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GRASSOM, B.J. 2006. Art as a narrative of alterity. Part 1: Prolegomenon, appendices, and bibliography. Part 2: Books. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

There is a close relationship between art and philosophy. From time to time, philosophy attempts to make art its theme. Invariably it has to acknowledge the very qualities of art that it seeks to explain - arts elusiveness and its indeterminateness.... Read More about Art as a narrative of alterity..

Complexity management of H.264/AVC video compression. (2006)
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KANNANGARA, C.S. 2006. Complexity management of H.264/AVC video compression. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

The H. 264/AVC video coding standard offers significantly improved compression efficiency and flexibility compared to previous standards. However, the high computational complexity of H. 264/AVC is a problem for codecs running on low-power hand held... Read More about Complexity management of H.264/AVC video compression..

Development and evaluation of computer-based self-study materials using multimedia. (2006)
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COOPER, V. 2006. Development and evaluation of computer-based self-study materials using multimedia. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-1688431

Advances in technology such as increased Internet access and digital multimedia provide opportunities for developing innovative teaching and learning materials. Learning theory supports the use of computer-based learning materials in providing flexib... Read More about Development and evaluation of computer-based self-study materials using multimedia..