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An experimental investigation on Archie parameters at ambient and overburden conditions of clean reservoir rocks. (1999)
Thesis
AL-MAHTOT, O.B. 1999. An experimental investigation on Archie parameters at ambient and overburden conditions of clean reservoir rocks. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-2807275

This thesis presents an experimental investigation of the effect of overburden pressure, porosity type and experimental conditions on the electrical properties (Archie's parameters) of clean reservoir rocks. The samples were from sandstone formations... Read More about An experimental investigation on Archie parameters at ambient and overburden conditions of clean reservoir rocks..

The theory and practice of teaching research ethics. (1999)
Journal Article
OLIVIER, S.C. 1999. The theory and practice of teaching research ethics. South African journal for research in sport, physical education and recreation, 21(1), 55-67.

There is general agreement that research involving human participants is important to the development of new knowledge in several areas. However, the interface between science and society has historically been beset with conflict. Positivist research... Read More about The theory and practice of teaching research ethics..

Modeling as a fragment assembling process. (1999)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
AHRIZ, H. and TOMASENA, M. 1999. Modeling as a fragment assembling process. In Price, C. (ed.) Proceedings of the 13th International workshop on qualitative reasoning (QR99), 6-9 June 1999, Loch Awe, UK. Evanston, IL: Qualitative Reasoning Group [online], pages 1-10. Available from: http://www.qrg.northwestern.edu/papers/Files/qr-workshops/QR99/Ahriz_1999_Modeling_Fragment_Assembling_Process.pdf

Model based reasoning about physical systems deals with diagnosis, supervision, interpretation, explanation, etc. Most of the contributions to this domain do not pay much attention to model construction, and it was generally accepted that a model was... Read More about Modeling as a fragment assembling process..

Purification, detection and biological effects of cyanobacterial toxins. (1999)
Thesis
MCELHINEY, J. 1999. Purification, detection and biological effects of cyanobacterial toxins. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

Dense growths of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae), known as blooms, commonly occur in fresh and brackish waters throughout the world. Cyanobacterial blooms present a considerable threat to water quality as many species produce toxins. These toxins ha... Read More about Purification, detection and biological effects of cyanobacterial toxins..

Investigation of mesophilic Aeromonas: response to hydrogen peroxide and role in false-positive Colilert reaction. (1999)
Thesis
LANDRÉ, J.B.P. 1999. Investigation of mesophilic Aeromonas: response to hydrogen peroxide and role in false-positive Colilert reaction. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

Mesophilic Aeromonas are opportunistic human pathogens which produce a wide range of virulence factors and have been isolated from both untreated and chlorinated drinking waters. The presence of these microorganisms in the distribution systems sugges... Read More about Investigation of mesophilic Aeromonas: response to hydrogen peroxide and role in false-positive Colilert reaction..

A national survey of the citizenship information needs of the general public. (1999)
Journal Article
MARCELLA, R. and BAXTER, G. 1999. A national survey of the citizenship information needs of the general public. Aslib proceedings [online], 51(4), pages 115-121. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000006970

This paper reports the results of a survey of information needs and information seeking behaviour of a national sample of the UK population. The survey was the first stage of the Citizenship Information project, funded by the British Library Research... Read More about A national survey of the citizenship information needs of the general public..

The information needs of United Kingdom Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). (1999)
Journal Article
MARCELLA, R., CARCARY, I. and BAXTER, G. 1999. The information needs of United Kingdom Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). Library management [online], 20(3), pages 168-178. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/01435129910259667

Investigates attitudes amongst decision makers in the European Parliament to the role of information in their work, and their ability to identify, access and evaluate that information most relevant to their needs. Aims to elicit data regarding levels... Read More about The information needs of United Kingdom Members of the European Parliament (MEPs)..

The remuneration of community pharmacy in Scotland. (1999)
Thesis
CALDER, G. 1999. The remuneration of community pharmacy in Scotland. Robert Gordon University, MPhil thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-2807317

The system of remuneration of community pharmacies and pharmacists in Scotland is related to the structure of this branch of the profession and to the structure and policy objectives of the National Health Service (NHS). The profession has over at le... Read More about The remuneration of community pharmacy in Scotland..

The synthesis of artificial neural networks using single string evolutionary techniques. (1999)
Thesis
MACLEOD, C. 1999. The synthesis of artificial neural networks using single string evolutionary techniques. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

The research presented in this thesis is concerned with optimising the structure of Artificial Neural Networks. These techniques are based on computer modelling of biological evolution or foetal development. They are known as Evolutionary, Genetic or... Read More about The synthesis of artificial neural networks using single string evolutionary techniques..

Fermentation of resistant starch: implications for colonic health in the monogastric animal. (1999)
Thesis
REID, C.-A. 1999. Fermentation of resistant starch: implications for colonic health in the monogastric animal. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

Retrograded starches are commonly found in foods due to the production and/or processing conditions they have received prior to consumption. These resistant starches escape digestion in the small intestine and are fermented in the colon by the microf... Read More about Fermentation of resistant starch: implications for colonic health in the monogastric animal..

Factors influencing salt-induced weathering of building sandstone. (1999)
Thesis
POMBO FERNANDEZ, S. 1999. Factors influencing salt-induced weathering of building sandstone. Robert Gordon University [online], PhD thesis. Available from: https://openair.rgu.ac.uk

The role of chemical cleaning in causing salt-induced weathering of building sandstone was investigated by looking at the changes in a series of weathering indicators selected. These were mainly, porosity and pore size distribution changes, chemical... Read More about Factors influencing salt-induced weathering of building sandstone..

The information needs and the information seeking behaviour of a national sample of the population in the United Kingdom, with special reference to needs related to citizenship. (1999)
Journal Article
MARCELLA, R. and BAXTER, G. 1999. The information needs and the information seeking behaviour of a national sample of the population in the United Kingdom, with special reference to needs related to citizenship. Journal of documentation [online], 55(2), pages 159-183. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000007142

This paper reports the results of a survey of information needs and information seeking behaviour of a national sample of the UK population. The project was funded by the BLR&IC and comprised a survey by questionnaire covering all regions of the Unit... Read More about The information needs and the information seeking behaviour of a national sample of the population in the United Kingdom, with special reference to needs related to citizenship..

The development of a national heritage policy for libraries and book collections of country houses. (1999)
Thesis
REID, P.H. 1999. The development of a national heritage policy for libraries and book collections of country houses. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

This work examines the country house libraries of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Hitherto this is an area largely overlooked both in terms of librarianship and social history. The first part of the thesis examines the historical development of b... Read More about The development of a national heritage policy for libraries and book collections of country houses..

Stone cleaning: a value assessment. (1999)
Thesis
LAING, R.A. 1999. Stone cleaning: a value assessment. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

Buildings are an important record of a country's history and cultural heritage, and make an important contribution to modern cultural identity. Any intervention which changes their appearance, or the manner in which they contribute towards the living... Read More about Stone cleaning: a value assessment..

Cytochrome P450 CYP3A in human renal cell cancer. (1999)
Journal Article
MURRAY, G.I., MCFADYEN, M.C.E., MITCHELL, R.T., CHEUNG, Y.-L., KERR, A.C. and MELVIN, W.T. 1999. Cytochrome P450 CYP3A in human renal cell cancer. British journal of cancer [online], 79(11-12), pages 1836-1842. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bjc.6690292

Renal cell cancer is the main malignant tumour of the kidney and has an increasing incidence. This type of tumour has a poor prognosis and shows intrinsic resistance to several anti-cancer drugs. The CYP3A P450 family, which consists of three closely... Read More about Cytochrome P450 CYP3A in human renal cell cancer..

Managing experts and competing through innovation: an activity theoretical analysis. (1999)
Journal Article
BLACKLER, F., CRUMP, N. and MCDONALD, S. 1999. Managing experts and competing through innovation: an activity theoretical analysis. Organization, 6(1), pages 5-31. Available: https://doi.org/10.1177/135050849961001

An activity theoretical analysis is presented of an organisation that is operating in a rapidly changing sector and whose competitiveness depends upon the design skills of its engineers, a number of whom are world experts in their fields. The Company... Read More about Managing experts and competing through innovation: an activity theoretical analysis..

Rural citizens' information needs: a survey undertaken on behalf of the Shetland Islands Citizens Advice Bureau. (1998)
Journal Article
BEER, S.F., MARCELLA, R. and BAXTER, G. 1998. Rural citizens' information needs: a survey undertaken on behalf of the Shetland Islands Citizens Advice Bureau. Journal of librarianship and information science [online], 30(4), pages 223-240. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1177/096100069803000403

Reports results of a study of the rural information needs in the Shetland Islands areas aimed at gaining a greater understanding of the operation of the Shetland Islands Citizens Advice Bureau (SICAB). The objectives were: to analyse the operation of... Read More about Rural citizens' information needs: a survey undertaken on behalf of the Shetland Islands Citizens Advice Bureau..

Novel strategies for DNA detection and assay. (1998)
Thesis
BOURIN, S. 1998. Novel strategies for DNA detection and assay. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-2807307

The work carried out during this project was aimed at developing new strategies for DNA bioassays, using alternative detection techniques and new labelling methods. Firstly, a new labelling technique for DNA sequencing was developed using lanthanide... Read More about Novel strategies for DNA detection and assay..

An application of genetic algorithms to chemotherapy treatment. (1998)
Thesis
PETROVSKI, A. 1998. An application of genetic algorithms to chemotherapy treatment. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

The present work investigates methods for optimising cancer chemotherapy within the bounds of clinical acceptability and making this optimisation easily accessible to oncologists. Clinical oncologists wish to be able to improve existing treatment reg... Read More about An application of genetic algorithms to chemotherapy treatment..

Re:presenting making: the integration of new technology into ceramic designer-maker practice. (1998)
Thesis
BUNNELL, K. 1998. Re:presenting making: the integration of new technology into ceramic designer-maker practice. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis.

The aim of the research is to integrate computer technologies and environmentally - sensitive materials and processes into the practice of the ceramic designer-maker, in order to assess the impact of new technologies on practice. A critical contextua... Read More about Re:presenting making: the integration of new technology into ceramic designer-maker practice..