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Defining the role of endonuclease VIII-like 1 and 3 in the repair of interstrand crosslinks in cancer cells (2022)
Thesis
Burberry, G. Defining the role of endonuclease VIII-like 1 and 3 in the repair of interstrand crosslinks in cancer cells. (Thesis). University of Salford

Fanconi Anaemia (FA) is an inherited autosomal-recessive disorder that can lead to abnormal development, bone-marrow failure, and an increased vulnerability to carcinogenesis. Cells derived from FA patients are unusually sensitive to DNA crosslinking... Read More about Defining the role of endonuclease VIII-like 1 and 3 in the repair of interstrand crosslinks in cancer cells.

Enhanced gas recovery and storage: the role of N2 during natural gas displacement by CO2 flooding in sandstone rocks (2022)
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Mohammed, N. Enhanced gas recovery and storage: the role of N2 during natural gas displacement by CO2 flooding in sandstone rocks. (Thesis). University of Salford

Carbon dioxide (CO2) injection and storage method for enhanced gas recovery holds enormous promise for concurrent natural gas recovery and CO2 storage from depleted gas resources. However, its potential application as part of climate friendly pilot s... Read More about Enhanced gas recovery and storage: the role of N2 during natural gas displacement by CO2 flooding in sandstone rocks.

Identification and characterisation of lignin degrading bacteria and enzymes from larval guts of the African Palm Weevil (Rhynchophorus phoenicis) (2022)
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larval guts of the African Palm Weevil (Rhynchophorus phoenicis). (Thesis). University of Salford

As developing economies continue to grow, the world’s demand for energy which currently stands at 84MB (million barrels oil) per day is projected to rise to 116 MB per day by the year 2030. The need to meet this continuous rise in demand for energy w... Read More about Identification and characterisation of lignin degrading bacteria and enzymes from larval guts of the African Palm Weevil (Rhynchophorus phoenicis).

Effect of repurposed drugs on the cellular properties of childhood cancer: in vitro & in silico studies (2022)
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Begum, S. Effect of repurposed drugs on the cellular properties of childhood cancer: in vitro & in silico studies. (Dissertation). University of Salford

Rhabdoid tumours (RT) are a rare form of childhood cancer which is known to affect infants under the age of 1 year. Survival rate is a major problem with only 31% of those who are diagnosed living to 1 years old. In this research extracranial RT from... Read More about Effect of repurposed drugs on the cellular properties of childhood cancer: in vitro & in silico studies.

Evaluation of small extracellular vesicular microRNAs as biomarkers for exposure of nicotine and E-liquids on human lung cells (2022)
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for exposure of nicotine and E-liquids on human lung cells. (Thesis). University of Salford

Nicotine intake and E-Cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury (EVALI) can cause pulmonary disease with damaging health effects. In this study, we explored miRNAs from small extracellular vesicles (sEVs) for nicotine and E-liquid-associ... Read More about Evaluation of small extracellular vesicular microRNAs as biomarkers for exposure of nicotine and E-liquids on human lung cells.

The development of a sustainability risk assessment model for construction projects: a case study on the Jordanian construction industry (2022)
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Al sheikh salem, Y. The development of a sustainability risk assessment model for construction projects: a case study on the Jordanian construction industry. (Thesis). University of Salford

The construction industry has significant environmental effects. Jordan is one of the countries in the world that is dealing with population growth, a shortage of resources, and unrestricted pollution, for this reason, the construction industry plays... Read More about The development of a sustainability risk assessment model for construction projects: a case study on the Jordanian construction industry.

How factors of collaboration affect delivery of construction projects with a high degree of reliance on building services; an action research and cross-case study analysis of Edinburgh primary schools (2022)
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Carrick, D. How factors of collaboration affect delivery of construction projects with a high degree of reliance on building services; an action research and cross-case study analysis of Edinburgh primary schools. (Thesis). University of Salford

The construction industry has often been criticised for lack of collaboration and the effect this has on delivering value to Clients. This research was undertaken from the viewpoint of a practicing Quantity Surveyor (Professional Doctorate) to inves... Read More about How factors of collaboration affect delivery of construction projects with a high degree of reliance on building services; an action research and cross-case study analysis of Edinburgh primary schools.

A BIM Maturity-KPI assessment framework for a UK public sector local authority client (2022)
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AbouMoemen, A. (2022). A BIM Maturity-KPI assessment framework for a UK public sector local authority client. (Thesis). University of Salford

The UK construction industry outlined construction problems related to delivering values to clients and construction performance. UK industry reports aimed to address various problems and provide milestones on how to tackle such problems, through set... Read More about A BIM Maturity-KPI assessment framework for a UK public sector local authority client.

Bioprospecting novel hemicellulases from the gut microbiota of the common black slug (Arion ater) (2022)
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Madubuike, H. Bioprospecting novel hemicellulases from the gut microbiota of the common black slug (Arion ater). (Thesis). University of Salford

The attendant effect of continuous fossil use on the environment and energy security has prompted the search for a suitable energy alternative devoid of negative characteristics. Lignocellulose-biomass (LCB) is a renewable source of carbon for the de... Read More about Bioprospecting novel hemicellulases from the gut microbiota of the common black slug (Arion ater).

The effects of regional weather patterns on the migration of birds and Lepidoptera to a coastal migration “hotspot” in East Kent and possible changes in occurrence in response to global climate change (2022)
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Lee, G. The effects of regional weather patterns on the migration of birds and Lepidoptera to a coastal migration “hotspot” in East Kent and possible changes in occurrence in response to global climate change. (Dissertation). University of Salford

The phenomenon of long-distance migration is an important strategy for the survival of many species by maximising chances of breeding success in different climates. By analysing past literature covering the effects of weather on migration, a research... Read More about The effects of regional weather patterns on the migration of birds and Lepidoptera to a coastal migration “hotspot” in East Kent and possible changes in occurrence in response to global climate change.

Naturally occurring resistance to Varroa destructor in the Western honey bee (Apis mellifera) (2022)
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Grindrod, I. Naturally occurring resistance to Varroa destructor in the Western honey bee (Apis mellifera). (Thesis). University of Salford

The honey bee is an important social insect; it along with other bee species can be regarded as a keystone organism. The pollination services bees provide are invaluable not only in terms of human health and food security, with an estimated worth of... Read More about Naturally occurring resistance to Varroa destructor in the Western honey bee (Apis mellifera).

From brains to bears. understanding brain size evolution: causes, costs and benefits (2022)
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Chambers, H. From brains to bears. understanding brain size evolution: causes, costs and benefits. (Dissertation). University of Salford

Developmental and energetic costs result in brains being expensive organs to grow and maintain, yet large brains have evolved in many mammalian species. The adaptive value of increased brain size has come under scrutiny over the past few decades and... Read More about From brains to bears. understanding brain size evolution: causes, costs and benefits.

Monte-Carlo Simulation of Diffusion as an Aid to Interpreting Quasi-elastic Neutron Scattering from Lattice Gas Systems with Diffusion on Multiple Time-Scales (2022)
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Swales, J. Monte-Carlo Simulation of Diffusion as an Aid to Interpreting Quasi-elastic Neutron Scattering from Lattice Gas Systems with Diffusion on Multiple Time-Scales. (Thesis). University Of Salford

Pd and Pd-Ag have recently found application in hydrogen processing technologies, both in terms of purification membranes and isotope-separation systems. Direct measurement of the diffusion processes in these systems is provided by quasi-elastic neut... Read More about Monte-Carlo Simulation of Diffusion as an Aid to Interpreting Quasi-elastic Neutron Scattering from Lattice Gas Systems with Diffusion on Multiple Time-Scales.

A hybrid-structure offset-QAM filter-bank multi-carrier MIMO system (2022)
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Abou-elkheir, A. A hybrid-structure offset-QAM filter-bank multi-carrier MIMO system. (Thesis). University of Salford

Offset quadrature amplitude modulation (OQAM) filter-bank multi-carrier (FBMC), has great potential for boosting the spectral efficiency (SE) and energy efficiency (EE) of future communication systems. This is due to its superior spectral localizatio... Read More about A hybrid-structure offset-QAM filter-bank multi-carrier MIMO system.

Using eDNA to construct community assemblages of amphibians at sites infected with Batrachochytrium salamandrivorans in the Netherlands. (2022)
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Davison, A. (2022). Using eDNA to construct community assemblages of amphibians at sites infected with Batrachochytrium salamandrivorans in the Netherlands. (Dissertation). University of Salford

Amphibians worldwide are in decline with one of the main culprits being the fungal disease chytridiomycosis. This fungus affects the skin of amphibians, leading to excessive skin shedding or skin lesions which, in many cases, result in death. The rec... Read More about Using eDNA to construct community assemblages of amphibians at sites infected with Batrachochytrium salamandrivorans in the Netherlands..

Total evidence phylogeny of ducks, geese and swans (family Anatidae): implications for macroevolution and biogeography (2022)
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biogeography. (Dissertation). The University of Salford

The neornithine bird family Anatidae comprises the ducks, geese and swans, and is one of the largest (approximately 150 species) and most studied families of modern birds. The fossil record of definitive anatids stretches from the Oligocene epoch to... Read More about Total evidence phylogeny of ducks, geese and swans (family Anatidae): implications for macroevolution and biogeography.

Urban green infrastructures: an assessment of urban bird diversity, abundance and behaviour associated with green walls and street trees in Manchester and Salford, UK. (2022)
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Morton, L. Urban green infrastructures: an assessment of urban bird diversity, abundance and behaviour associated with green walls and street trees in Manchester and Salford, UK. (Dissertation). University of Salford

Urbanisation is a worldwide process with serious wellbeing impacts on people and wildlife. Reconciliation ecology, a novel approach to conservation, is particularly relevant for urban conservation as new habitats can be established and maintained. St... Read More about Urban green infrastructures: an assessment of urban bird diversity, abundance and behaviour associated with green walls and street trees in Manchester and Salford, UK..

Urban district heating network delivery: a socio-technical analysis of large-scale district heating network implementation in urban environments (2022)
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Adeniyi, I. Urban district heating network delivery: a socio-technical analysis of large-scale district heating network implementation in urban environments. (Thesis). University of Salford

The aim of this study is to explore the implementation of large-scale city-based district heating (DH) networks from a socio-technical perspective with a view to identifying key success factors and effective governing measures that can overcome the m... Read More about Urban district heating network delivery: a socio-technical analysis of large-scale district heating network implementation in urban environments.