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A Foucauldian exploration of the statutory authority defence to an action in nuisance
Thesis
King, F. (in press). A Foucauldian exploration of the statutory authority defence to an action in nuisance. (Thesis). University of Salford

The thesis explores the use and limitations of the legal doctrine of statutory authority, as a defence to an action in nuisance. This historic defence has been reawakened, under section 158 of the Planning Act 2008, and its application has now been e... Read More about A Foucauldian exploration of the statutory authority defence to an action in nuisance.

Characterising human lung tissue for biomarkers of EMT-fibrosis and functional steroid receptor components in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients and control subjects
Thesis
Patel, H. (in press). Characterising human lung tissue for biomarkers of EMT-fibrosis and functional steroid receptor components in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients and control subjects. (Dissertation). University of Salford

COPD is a poorly reversible airflow obstruction commonly induced by cigarette smoke. Pathology is linked to a series of inflammatory and fibrotic events in the small airways and lung parenchyma; including fibrosis, emphysema and mucus plugging. Thi... Read More about Characterising human lung tissue for biomarkers of EMT-fibrosis and functional steroid receptor components in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients and control subjects.

Fitness for the Ark : are zoo bred amphibians ready to go back to the wild?
Thesis
Passos, L. (in press). Fitness for the Ark : are zoo bred amphibians ready to go back to the wild?. (Thesis). University of Salford

Zoos are playing an important role in the management of endangered species through the reintroduction of captive-bred animals into the wild. Reintroduction is becoming a high-profile management tool for many threatened species, but it is unknown how... Read More about Fitness for the Ark : are zoo bred amphibians ready to go back to the wild?.

Development of a framework in minimising errors in construction documents in Nigeria
Thesis
Ayodele, E. (in press). Development of a framework in minimising errors in construction documents in Nigeria. (Thesis). University of Salford

Many of the causes of poor project performance which result in cost and time overruns, and poor quality can be traced to some types of errors during the design process. It is discovered that design errors add 5.9% of the contract value and rework, wh... Read More about Development of a framework in minimising errors in construction documents in Nigeria.

An experimental study of high-performance concrete using metakaolin additive and polymer admixture
Thesis
Al Menhosh, A. (in press). An experimental study of high-performance concrete using metakaolin additive and polymer admixture. (Thesis). University of Salford

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the use of supplementary cementing materials and polymers to produce high-performance concrete. Utilizing a mineral substance as cement replacement in concrete has less environmental pollution and... Read More about An experimental study of high-performance concrete using metakaolin additive and polymer admixture.

A new location-based service architecture with efficient transmission method using control channels
Thesis
Aal-Nouman, M. (in press). A new location-based service architecture with efficient transmission method using control channels. (Thesis). University of Salford

Location-based services (LBS) are services that are provided to users according to their location; these services can either be provided to the user when requested (pulled), for example, when the user asks, “Where is the nearest hospital?” or sent au... Read More about A new location-based service architecture with efficient transmission method using control channels.

Optimizing deep learning networks using multi-armed bandits
Thesis
Ameen, S. (in press). Optimizing deep learning networks using multi-armed bandits. (Thesis). The University of Salford

Deep learning has gained significant attention recently following their successful use for applications such as computer vision, speech recognition, and natural language processing. These deep learning models are based on very large neural networks,... Read More about Optimizing deep learning networks using multi-armed bandits.

An ecosystem approach assessing the impacts of the construction and operation of the Mersey Gateway Crossing on the Upper Mersey Estuary
Thesis
Drewitt, A. (in press). An ecosystem approach assessing the impacts of the construction and operation of the Mersey Gateway Crossing on the Upper Mersey Estuary. (Thesis). University of Salford

The ecosystem approach, introduced by the Convention on Biological Diversity, identifies the need to recognise the benefits nature provides to humans. More recently, the concept of natural capital has boarded the range of issues considered to include... Read More about An ecosystem approach assessing the impacts of the construction and operation of the Mersey Gateway Crossing on the Upper Mersey Estuary.

Investigating the impact and potential of urban agriculture in the UK : observations from an institution-led initiative in Wythenshawe, South Manchester
Thesis
St. Clair, R. (in press). Investigating the impact and potential of urban agriculture in the UK : observations from an institution-led initiative in Wythenshawe, South Manchester. (Thesis). University of Salford

Urban Agriculture (UA) has been promoted as an activity with the potential to bring food production closer to the point of consumption, to contribute to urban food security, strengthen community cohesion and to improve the mental and physical wellbei... Read More about Investigating the impact and potential of urban agriculture in the UK : observations from an institution-led initiative in Wythenshawe, South Manchester.