Outputs (1441)

Effect of menstrual cycle and contraceptive pill phase on aspects of exercise physiology and athletic performance in female athletes: protocol for the Feminae international multisite innovative project. [Protocol] (2023)
Other
ELLIOTT SALE, K.J., FLOOD, T.R., ARENT, S.M., DOLAN, E., SAUNDERS, B., HANSEN, M., IHALAINEN, J.K., MIKKONEN, R.S., MINAHAN, C., THORNTON, J.S., ACKERMAN, K.E., LEBRUN, C.M., SALE, C., STELLINGWERFF, T., SWINTON, P.A. and HACKNEY, A.C. on behalf of Feminae consortium. 2023. Effect of menstrual cycle and contraceptive pill phase on aspects of exercise physiology and athletic performance in female athletes: protocol for the Feminae international multisite innovative project. [Protocol]. BMJ open sport and exercise medicine [online], 9(4), e001814. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjsem-2023-001814

The idiom 'more high-quality research is needed' has become the slogan for sport and exercise physiology-based research in female athletes. However, in most instances, it is challenging to address this gap of high-quality research in elite female ath... Read More about Effect of menstrual cycle and contraceptive pill phase on aspects of exercise physiology and athletic performance in female athletes: protocol for the Feminae international multisite innovative project. [Protocol].

The collagen synthesis response to an acute bout of resistance exercise is greater when ingesting 30 g hydrolyzed collagen compared with 15 g and 0 g in resistance-trained young men. (2023)
Journal Article
LEE, J., TANG, J.C.Y., DUTTON, J., DUNN, R., FRASER, W.D., ENRIGHT, K., CLARK, D.R., STEWART, C.E. and ERSKINE, R.M. 2024. The collagen synthesis response to an acute bout of resistance exercise is greater when ingesting 30 g hydrolyzed collagen compared with 15 g and 0 g in resistance-trained young men. Journal of nutrition [online], 154(7), pages 2076-2086. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tjnut.2023.10.030

Resistance exercise (RE) stimulates collagen synthesis in skeletal muscle and tendon but there is limited and equivocal evidence regarding an effect of collagen supplementation and exercise on collagen synthesis. Furthermore, it is not known if a dos... Read More about The collagen synthesis response to an acute bout of resistance exercise is greater when ingesting 30 g hydrolyzed collagen compared with 15 g and 0 g in resistance-trained young men..

Is age discrimination a risk factor for frailty progression and frailty development among older adults? A prospective cohort analysis of the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing. (2023)
Journal Article
AMINU, A.Q., TORRANCE, N., GRANT, A. and KYDD, A. 2024. Is age discrimination a risk factor for frailty progression and frailty development among older adults? A prospective cohort analysis of the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing. Archives of gerontology and geriatrics [online], 118, article number 105282. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.archger.2023.105282

With the increasing global burden of frailty on healthcare resources, it is important to understand the modifiable risk factors of frailty. This study examined perceived age discrimination as a potential risk factor for frailty progression and frailt... Read More about Is age discrimination a risk factor for frailty progression and frailty development among older adults? A prospective cohort analysis of the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing..

What is available to support pain management in Parkinson's: a scoping review protocol. [Protocol] (2023)
Other
PARKINSON, M., RYAN, C., AVERY, L., HAND, A., RAMASWAMY, B., JONES, J., LINDOP, F., SILVERDALE, M., BAKER, K. and NAISBY, J. 2023. What is available to support pain management in Parkinson's: a scoping review protocol. [Protocol]. International journal for equity in health [online], 22, article number 244. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12939-023-02046-7

A scoping review will be undertaken to examine and map the available evidence that has been produced in relation to pain management in Parkinson's, with a focus on behavioural interventions, resources and/or how professionals support people with Park... Read More about What is available to support pain management in Parkinson's: a scoping review protocol. [Protocol].

An insight into my involvement in research on antimicrobial stewardship. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TONNA, A. 2023. An insight into my involvement in research on antimicrobial stewardship. Presented at 2023 BPSA (British Pharmaceutical Students Association) webinar: antimicrobial stewardship for World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week 2023 (WAAW 2023), 22 November 2023, [virtual event].

The author gave an insight into her research on antimicrobial stewardship to the BPSA (British Pharmaceutical Students Association) as part of World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW 2023), 18-22 November 2023.

Professor David Dexter, Director of Research, Parkinson's UK. [Podcast] (2023)
Digital Artefact
JONES, J., DEXTER, D. and MACFARLANE, H. 2023. Professor David Dexter, Director of Research, Parkinson's UK. [Podcast]. North of Scotland Parkinson's Research Interest Group (NoSPRIG) podcast, series 1 (episode 12). Hosted on PodBean [online]. Available from: https://nosprigpod.podbean.com/e/professor-david-dexter-director-of-research-parkinson-s-uk/

Professor David Dexter, Director of Research at Parkinson's UK, shares his optimism over current trials that are nearing completion. He explains the charity's research strategy, the roles and importance of volunteers, and the challenges that the dise... Read More about Professor David Dexter, Director of Research, Parkinson's UK. [Podcast].

From charter to culture: implementing an emotional intelligence programme. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MACKAY, N., TABIB, M. and GOTCH, A. 2023. From charter to culture: implementing an emotional intelligence programme. Presented at the 2023 Royal College of Midwives (RCM) Scotland think tank, 16 November 2023, Edinburgh, UK.

In this oral presentation, the researchers spoke about a programme to provide emotional intelligence training to midwives. This programme was introduced in part to address issues identified in the 2022 Culture Matters survey. The presentation also co... Read More about From charter to culture: implementing an emotional intelligence programme..

Empowering nursing students' digital literacy skills: the digital literacy project. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MARTZOUKOU, K., LUDERS, E.S., JOHNSON, N. and WORK, F. 2023. Empowering nursing students' digital literacy skills: the digital literacy project. Presented at the 6th International research symposium of the National Institute of Library and Information Sciences, University of Colombo (NILIS 2023): research excellence in library and information science, 15 November 2023, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

The "Digital Literacy project" is an ongoing research project at Robert Gordon University, the aim of which is to drive and support the development of digital literacy skills among students in different discipline areas (e.g. nursing, law, library sc... Read More about Empowering nursing students' digital literacy skills: the digital literacy project..

Nurse experiences of partnership nursing when caring for children with long‐term conditions and their families: a qualitative systematic review. (2023)
Journal Article
BARRATT, M., BAIL, K., LEWIS, P. and PATERSON, C. 2024. Nurse experiences of partnership nursing when caring for children with long‐term conditions and their families: a qualitative systematic review. Journal of clinical nursing [online], 33(3), pages 932-950. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1111/jocn.16924

To explore the experiences of partnership nursing among nurses when caring for children and young people with long‐term conditions, and their families. Partnership nursing is promoted as a positive model of care among paediatric nurses, where shared... Read More about Nurse experiences of partnership nursing when caring for children with long‐term conditions and their families: a qualitative systematic review..

Exploring the perceptions and experiences of community rehabilitation for long COVID from the perspectives of Scottish general practitioners and people living with long COVID: a qualitative study. [Preprint] (2023)
Preprint / Working Paper
COOPER, K., DUNCAN, E., HART-WINKS, E., COWIE, J., SHIM, J., STAGE, E., TOOMAN, T., ALEXANDER, L., LOVE, A., MORRIS, J., ORMEROD, J., PRESTON, J. and SWINTON, P.A. 2023. Exploring the perceptions and experiences of community rehabilitation for long COVID from the perspectives of Scottish General Practitioners and people living with long COVID: a qualitative study. medRxiv [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1101/2023.11.06.23298096

The objective of this study was to explore the experience of accessing Long COVID community rehabilitation from the perspectives of people with Long COVID and General Practitioners (GPs). This was a qualitative descriptive study, employing one-to-one... Read More about Exploring the perceptions and experiences of community rehabilitation for long COVID from the perspectives of Scottish general practitioners and people living with long COVID: a qualitative study. [Preprint].

Pharmacist involvement in antimicrobial stewardship in the UK. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TONNA, A. 2023. Pharmacist involvement in antimicrobial stewardship in the UK. Presented at the 2nd MasterPharm 2023: international module: clinical pharmacy around the world models and systems, 8-10 March 2023, Turin, Italy.

MasterPharm 2023 training event developed on three modules (regional, national, international) as a dialogue between hospital pharmacy professionals. This presentation was part of the International module and took place on the 9th November. The aim o... Read More about Pharmacist involvement in antimicrobial stewardship in the UK..

The influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experience: an observational study. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T., HOLLINS-MARTIN, C., FORBES-MCKAY, K. and MCVICAR, S. 2023. The influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experience: an observational study. Presented at the 2023 Lothian health and care professions research conference: achieving impactful healthcare research through clinical academic collaborations, 7 November 2023, Edinburgh, UK.

This presentation discusses the results of a study to review the outcomes of an antenatal relaxation class. The study aimed to examine the influence of this class on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth. The study used an observational ap... Read More about The influence of a single antenatal relaxation class (ARC) on perinatal psychological wellbeing and childbirth experience: an observational study..

Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP): a qualitative study. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TABIB, M., HUMPHREY, T. and FORBES-MCKAY, K. 2023. Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP): a qualitative study. Presented at the 2023 Lothian health and care professions research conference: achieving impactful healthcare research through clinical academic collaborations, 7 November 2023, Edinburgh, UK.

This poster summarises the results of a study that sought to evaluate an emotional intelligence programme for midwives. This programme aimed to address reported challenges experienced by midwives in terms of a discrepancy between wanting to be emotio... Read More about Exploring midwives' experiences of an emotional intelligence programme (EIP): a qualitative study..

A cross-sectional study examining the nature and extent of interprofessional education in schools of pharmacy in the United Kingdom. (2023)
Journal Article
DEPASQUALE, C., CUNNINGHAM, S., JACOB, S.A., BOYTER, A., PORTLOCK, J., POWER, A. and ADDISON, B. 2024. A cross-sectional study examining the nature and extent of interprofessional education in schools of pharmacy in the United Kingdom. International journal of clinical pharmacy [online], 46(1), pages 122-130. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11096-023-01655-0

Interprofessional education can prepare the workforce for collaborative practice in complex health and social care systems. The aim of this study was to examine the nature and extent of interprofessional education in schools of pharmacy in the United... Read More about A cross-sectional study examining the nature and extent of interprofessional education in schools of pharmacy in the United Kingdom..

Exercise therapy for tendinopathy: a mixed-methods evidence synthesis exploring feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness. (2023)
Journal Article
COOPER, K., ALEXANDER, L., BRANDIEC, D., TZORTZIOU BROWN, V., GREIG, L., HARRISON, I., MACLEAN, C., MITCHELL, L., MORRISSEY, D., MOSS, R.A., PARKINSON, E., PAVLOVA, A.V., SHIM, J. and SWINTON, P.A. 2023. Exercise therapy for tendinopathy: a mixed-methods evidence synthesis exploring feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness. Health technology assessment [online], 27(24). Available from: https://doi.org/10.3310/TFWS2748

Tendons are cords of strong, flexible tissue that attach muscles to bones, allowing joints to move. Tendinopathy is a common condition that can affect any tendon in the body, causing pain and limiting function. Exercise is often used to treat tendino... Read More about Exercise therapy for tendinopathy: a mixed-methods evidence synthesis exploring feasibility, acceptability and effectiveness..

A study exploring public opinion and attitudes towards being vaccinated in a community pharmacy. [ESCP Poster] (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
ZERBINATO, F. and TONNA, A. 2023. A study exploring public opinion and attitudes towards being vaccinated in a community pharmacy. Presented at 2023 European Society of Clinical Pharmacy (ESCP) Aberdeen symposium: innovations in clinical pharmacy practice, education and research, 31 October - 2 November 2023, Aberdeen, UK.

This poster described a small-scale study exploring the public opinion and attitudes towards being vaccinated in a community pharmacy in the Veneto region of Italy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Exploring perspectives of significant others on patients' experiences of cancer services. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
BRINCAT, A., TONNA, P., VELLA BONANNO, P., STEWART, D. and WEIDMANN, A.E. 2023. Exploring perspectives of significant others on patients' experiences of cancer services. Presented at the 51st European Society of Clinical Pharmacy (ESCP) symposium on clinical pharmacy 2023 (ESCP 2023): innovations in clinical pharmacy practice, education and research, 31 October - 2 November 2023, Aberdeen, UK.

The aim of this research is to explore the perspectives of significant others regarding cancer care experiences of patients receiving antineoplastic medicines for colorectal cancer. Globally, there has been growing concern that patients are not recei... Read More about Exploring perspectives of significant others on patients' experiences of cancer services..

Reaching consensus on mechanisms of change to support implementation of medication reviews in community pharmacies. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MICHEL, D.E., TONNA, A.P., DARTSCH, D.C. and WEIDMANN, A.E. 2023. Reaching consensus on mechanisms of change to support implementation of medication reviews in community pharmacies. Presented at the 51st European Society of Clinical Pharmacy (ESCP) symposium on clinical pharmacy 2023 (ESCP 2023): innovations in clinical pharmacy practice, education and research, 31 October - 2 November 2023, Aberdeen, UK.

Since 2022 patients with 5 or more medicines can receive a medication review (MR) in a community pharmacy remunerated by the German health system. However, implementation is slow, and few pharmacies are currently providing MRs. Stakeholders' input is... Read More about Reaching consensus on mechanisms of change to support implementation of medication reviews in community pharmacies..

An application of theoretically informed implementation research in pharmacy practice. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
TONNA, A. and HASHAD, N. 2023. An application of theoretically informed implementation research in pharmacy practice. Presented at the 51st European Society of Clinical Pharmacy (ESCP) Aberdeen symposium workshops 2023: innovations in clinical pharmacy practice, education and research workshops, 31 October - 2 November 2023, Aberdeen, UK.

This workshope aims to be an introduction to theoretically informed implementation research and enable participants to apply knowledge learned by trying out some case scenarios. Scholars are increasingly interested in closing research-practice gap th... Read More about An application of theoretically informed implementation research in pharmacy practice..

Preparing the future pharmacy workforce: competency-based undergraduate curricula for teaching, learning and assessment with a focus on antimicrobial stewardship. (2023)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
MARTIN, S. and TONNA, A. 2023. Preparing the future pharmacy workforce: competency-based undergraduate curricula for teaching, learning and assessment with a focus on antimicrobial stewardship. Presented at the 51st European Society of Clinical Pharmacy (ESCP) Aberdeen symposium workshops 2023: innovations in clinical pharmacy practice, education and research, 31 October - 2 November 2023, Aberdeen, UK.

This workshop aims to give the participants knowledge of the concept of competency-based undergraduate pharmacy education, an understanding of ways of embedding competency-based teaching of antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) in the undergraduate pharmac... Read More about Preparing the future pharmacy workforce: competency-based undergraduate curricula for teaching, learning and assessment with a focus on antimicrobial stewardship..