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The influence of bait presentation on bait uptake by mice (Mus domesticus) in infested urban domestic dwellings (2014)
Journal Article
Murphy, G., Baker, R., Felix-Thomas, A., & Fowler, M. (2014). The influence of bait presentation on bait uptake by mice (Mus domesticus) in infested urban domestic dwellings. International Journal of Pest Management, 60(1), 22-32. https://doi.org/10.1080/09670874.2014.885613

Several researchers have established a link between the presence of house mouse (Mus domesticus) infestations and detrimental effects on human health. Controlling mouse infestations therefore requires methods that are quick, safe and effective. A tam... Read More about The influence of bait presentation on bait uptake by mice (Mus domesticus) in infested urban domestic dwellings.

Ultrasound evaluation of foot muscles and plantar fascia in pes planus (2014)
Journal Article
Angin, S., Crofts, G., Mickle, K., & Nester, C. (2014). Ultrasound evaluation of foot muscles and plantar fascia in pes planus. Gait & Posture, 40(1), 48-52. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2014.02.008

Background Multiple intrinsic and extrinsic soft tissue structures that apply forces and support the medial longitudinal arch have been implicated in pes planus. These structures have common functions but their interaction in pes planus is not full... Read More about Ultrasound evaluation of foot muscles and plantar fascia in pes planus.

Christmas in later life : the experience of older widows (2014)
Presentation / Conference
Collins, T. (2014, February). Christmas in later life : the experience of older widows. Presented at Understanding Loneliness: the challenge of Christmas, Independent Age and Campaign to End Loneliness, Friends House, Euston London, United Kingdom

Reconsidering ‘virtuous circle’and ‘media malaise’theories of the media : an 11-nation study (2014)
Journal Article
Curran, J., Coen, S., Soroka, S., Hayashi, K., Hichy, Z., Iyengar, S., …Tiffen, R. (2014). Reconsidering ‘virtuous circle’and ‘media malaise’theories of the media : an 11-nation study. Journalism, 15(7), 815-833. https://doi.org/10.1177/1464884913520198

This study, based on a content analysis of television news and survey in eleven nations, explores the split between those who see the media as politically alienating and others who see the media as encouraging greater political involvement. Here, w... Read More about Reconsidering ‘virtuous circle’and ‘media malaise’theories of the media : an 11-nation study.

Integrating research-informed teaching within an undergraduate diagnostic radiography curriculum : Results from a level 4 (year 1) student cohort (2014)
Journal Article
Higgins, R., Robinson, L., & Hogg, P. (2014). Integrating research-informed teaching within an undergraduate diagnostic radiography curriculum : Results from a level 4 (year 1) student cohort. Radiography, 20(2), 100-106. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2014.02.002

Aim Previously we reported on focus group research which explored the level 4 (year 1) student experience of the Research-informed Teaching experience (RiTe). This article discusses follow up research with a new student cohort. Method An online... Read More about Integrating research-informed teaching within an undergraduate diagnostic radiography curriculum : Results from a level 4 (year 1) student cohort.

Developing dementia-friendly tourism destinations : an exploratory analysis (2014)
Journal Article
Page, S., Innes, A., & Cutler, C. (2015). Developing dementia-friendly tourism destinations : an exploratory analysis. Journal of Travel Research, 54(4), 467-481. https://doi.org/10.1177/0047287514522881

Dementia is emerging as a global issue. Increases in life expectancy create an older population structure with accompanying health needs but also high lifestyle expectations. For example existing generations have come to expect to be able to particip... Read More about Developing dementia-friendly tourism destinations : an exploratory analysis.

Promoting mental health and wellbeing in practice (2014)
Journal Article
Keeling, J., & McQuarrie, C. (2014). Promoting mental health and wellbeing in practice. Mental Health Practice, 17(5), 26-28. https://doi.org/10.7748/mhp2014.02.17.5.26.e873

Literature on mental health promotion and wellbeing stresses the importance of inherent concepts, such as empowerment, collaboration and recovery, and indicates that the delivery of the intervention or the process of implementation is as important as... Read More about Promoting mental health and wellbeing in practice.

The art of midwifery : can creative images of birth enhance holistic care? (2014)
Journal Article
Uppal, E., Davies, S., Knowles, H., & Kandell, S. (2014). The art of midwifery : can creative images of birth enhance holistic care?. Nurse Education in Practice, 14(3), 311-318. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nepr.2014.01.013

Art related to birth stimulates debate, particularly if it is perceived to be taboo and challenging popular images of mother and child. Birth traditionally has been in a woman's sphere of experience, thus it has been left unexplored on a wider level.... Read More about The art of midwifery : can creative images of birth enhance holistic care?.

Neurobiological abnormalities in the first few years of life in individuals later diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder : A review of recent data (2014)
Journal Article
Allely, C., Gillberg, C., & Wilson, P. (2014). Neurobiological abnormalities in the first few years of life in individuals later diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder : A review of recent data. Behavioural Neurology, 2014, 1-20. https://doi.org/10.1155/2014/210780

Background: Despite the widely-held understanding that the biological changes that lead to autism usually occur during prenatal life, there has been relatively little research into the functional development of the brain during early infancy in indiv... Read More about Neurobiological abnormalities in the first few years of life in individuals later diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder : A review of recent data.

Gender equality bargaining in France and the UK: an uphill struggle? (2014)
Journal Article
Milner, S., & Gregory, A. (2014). Gender equality bargaining in France and the UK: an uphill struggle?. Journal of Industrial Relations, 56(2), 246-263. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022185613509997

Collective bargaining is widely advocated as one means of addressing continued gender pay disparities. However, since collective bargaining has been weakened as a mode of employment regulation, its efficacy relative to statutory regulation is a matte... Read More about Gender equality bargaining in France and the UK: an uphill struggle?.

A different world? : the transition experiences of newly qualified children's nurses taking up first destination posts within children's community nursing teams in England (2014)
Journal Article
Darvill, A., Fallon, D., & Livesley, J. (2014). A different world? : the transition experiences of newly qualified children's nurses taking up first destination posts within children's community nursing teams in England. Issues in Comprehensive Pediatric Nursing, 37(1), 6-24. https://doi.org/10.3109/01460862.2013.855841

The concept of transition is of fundamental concern to those seeking to prepare, recruit, and retain newly qualified staff. The pioneering work of researchers such as Kramer (1974) who explored the transition experiences of nurses has transcended int... Read More about A different world? : the transition experiences of newly qualified children's nurses taking up first destination posts within children's community nursing teams in England.

A mechanical protocol to replicate impact in walking footwear (2014)
Journal Article
Price, C., Cooper, G., Graham-Smith, P., & Jones, R. (2014). A mechanical protocol to replicate impact in walking footwear. Gait & Posture, 40(1), 26-31. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2014.01.014

Impact testing is undertaken to quantify the shock absorption characteristics of footwear. The current widely reported mechanical testing method mimics the heel impact in running and therefore applies excessive energy to walking footwear. The purpose... Read More about A mechanical protocol to replicate impact in walking footwear.

Reproducibility of kinematic measures of the thoracic spine, lumbar spine and pelvis during fast running (2014)
Journal Article
Mason, D., Preece, S., Bramah, C., & Herrington, L. (2016). Reproducibility of kinematic measures of the thoracic spine, lumbar spine and pelvis during fast running. Gait & Posture, 43, 96-100. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2013.11.007

This study evaluated the reproducibility of the angular rotations of the thoracic spine, lumbar, spine, pelvis and lower extremity during running. In addition, the study compared kinematic, reproducibility between two methods for calculating kinemati... Read More about Reproducibility of kinematic measures of the thoracic spine, lumbar spine and pelvis during fast running.

Managing widowhood in later life : the challenges encountered (2014)
Journal Article
Collins, T. (2014). Managing widowhood in later life : the challenges encountered. International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation, 21(2), 69-76. https://doi.org/10.12968/ijtr.2014.21.2.69

Background/aim: Widowhood in later life is a transition experienced by many older people, particularly older women. This paper explores the challenges encountered by a group of older women experiencing the loss of a spouse or partner. Methods:... Read More about Managing widowhood in later life : the challenges encountered.

The experiences of midwives when caring for obese women in labour, a qualitative study (2014)
Journal Article
Singleton, G., & Furber, C. (2014). The experiences of midwives when caring for obese women in labour, a qualitative study. Midwifery, 30(1), 103-111. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.midw.2013.02.008

Background maternal obesity is a significant public health challenge for maternity services, especially those in developed countries. Obesity presents an increased risk of mortality and morbidity during the childbearing continuum. Caring for the... Read More about The experiences of midwives when caring for obese women in labour, a qualitative study.

The effect of stroke on foot kinematics and the functional consequences (2014)
Journal Article
Forghany, S., Nester, C., Tyson, S., Preece, S., & Jones, R. (2014). The effect of stroke on foot kinematics and the functional consequences. Gait & Posture, 39(4), 1051-1056. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2014.01.006

Background Although approximately one-third of stroke survivors suffer abnormal foot posture and this can influence mobility, there is very little objective information regarding the foot and ankle after stroke. Objective As part of a programme... Read More about The effect of stroke on foot kinematics and the functional consequences.

Using virtual environments to test the effects of life like architecture on people (2014)
Book Chapter
Adi, M., & Roberts, D. (2014). Using virtual environments to test the effects of life like architecture on people. In A. Brooks, S. Brahnam, & L. Jain (Eds.), Technologies of Inclusive Well-Being: Serious Games, Alternative Realities, and Play Therapy (261-285). Springer Berlin Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-45432-5_13

While traditionally associated with stability, sturdiness and anchoring, architecture is more than a container protecting from the elements. It is a place that influences state of mind and productivity of those within it. On the doorstep of adaptive... Read More about Using virtual environments to test the effects of life like architecture on people.

The importance of feedback : policy transfer, translation and the role of communication (2014)
Journal Article
Park, C., Wilding, M., & Chung, C. (2014). The importance of feedback : policy transfer, translation and the role of communication. Policy Studies, 35(4), 397-412. https://doi.org/10.1080/01442872.2013.875155

In recent years, translation has begun to be employed in multidisciplinary policy studies as a more constructivist alternative to the established policy transfer literature. While both transfer and translation acknowledge the complex nature of commun... Read More about The importance of feedback : policy transfer, translation and the role of communication.