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Modulating protein-protein interactions : novel inhibitors of PDZ domains and tubulin dynamics (2008)
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Bennett, E. Modulating protein-protein interactions : novel inhibitors of PDZ domains and tubulin dynamics. (Thesis). University of Salford

Protein-protein interactions are essential for all living systems. The interactions between tubulin dimers is already a broadly studied area, whereas the PDZ domain interactions is a relatively recent area of study. The literature in these areas is... Read More about Modulating protein-protein interactions : novel inhibitors of PDZ domains and tubulin dynamics.

Lower body exoskeleton for walking gait assistance and performance augmentation using compliance controlled actuators (2008)
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Costa, N. Lower body exoskeleton for walking gait assistance and performance augmentation using compliance controlled actuators. (Thesis). University of Salford

Successful motor rehabilitation after stroke or traumatic brain/spinal cord injures requires a highly intensive and task-specific therapy-based approach. Currently many patients with these types of pathologies are confined to wheelchairs, which res... Read More about Lower body exoskeleton for walking gait assistance and performance augmentation using compliance controlled actuators.

A transmission electron microscopy study of the interaction between defects in amorphous silicon and a moving crystalline/amorphous interface (2008)
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Gandy, A. A transmission electron microscopy study of the interaction between defects in amorphous silicon and a moving crystalline/amorphous interface. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK/Universite de Poitiers, France

Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) has been used to investigate the damage produced following high temperature (350°C) Xe implantation into (100) Si at fluence (>lx!0 16 Xe ions/cm 2 ) and energy (250keV) which produce a buried amorphous layer... Read More about A transmission electron microscopy study of the interaction between defects in amorphous silicon and a moving crystalline/amorphous interface.

Spatial modelling of small mammal distributions in relation to parasite transmission in western China (2008)
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Marston, C. Spatial modelling of small mammal distributions in relation to parasite transmission in western China. (Thesis). University of Salford

This research investigates the spatial distributions of small mammal species which act as intermediate host vectors for the parasitic tapeworm Echinococcus multilocularis, which causes a significant burden of human disease in western China. Small m... Read More about Spatial modelling of small mammal distributions in relation to parasite transmission in western China.

Impact of high-rise morphology on gas temperatures during fires (2008)
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Onyenobi, T. Impact of high-rise morphology on gas temperatures during fires. (Thesis). University of Salford

With the development and use of fire sensitive construction materials and furnishings, and with the growing demand for high-rise development, there is an increasing need for improved fire safety measures. Modern high-rise policies within the UK and... Read More about Impact of high-rise morphology on gas temperatures during fires.

Barriers to successful application of information technology in Botswana (2008)
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Mogotlhwane, T. Barriers to successful application of information technology in Botswana. (Thesis). University of Salford

This research looked at barriers to successful applications of information and communication technology (ICT) in Botswana. Botswana has high investments in ICT infrastructure development in the public service. However, there is still concern about se... Read More about Barriers to successful application of information technology in Botswana.

An information framework for merchant trust in electronic commerce (Business to Consumer Segment) (2008)
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Kasiran, M. An information framework for merchant trust in electronic commerce (Business to Consumer Segment). (Thesis). University of Salford

The primary purpose of this research is to investigate the information requirements that need to be available on merchants' websites. This information is important to facilitate the establishment of initial trust from potential consumers towards the... Read More about An information framework for merchant trust in electronic commerce (Business to Consumer Segment).

Fluid-structure interaction of metallic and composite plates subjected to dynamic loading (2008)
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Hampson, P. Fluid-structure interaction of metallic and composite plates subjected to dynamic loading. (Thesis). University of Salford

An important consideration when designing structures from composite materials is their susceptibility to impact damage. Even under relatively low velocity impact, composites are vulnerable to internal damage caused by transverse loads, but unlike m... Read More about Fluid-structure interaction of metallic and composite plates subjected to dynamic loading.

Investigation of space charge neutralization effects in high-current positive ion beams (2008)
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Fiala, J. Investigation of space charge neutralization effects in high-current positive ion beams. (Thesis)

Through the experience gained during the industrial development of low energy implanters, it is commonly believed that improvements in forced space-charge neutralization are responsible for the maintenance of high currents down to an energy of abo... Read More about Investigation of space charge neutralization effects in high-current positive ion beams.

The influence of urban morphology on sensible heat flux and convective rainfall distributions over Greater Manchester (2008)
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Carraca, M. The influence of urban morphology on sensible heat flux and convective rainfall distributions over Greater Manchester. (Thesis). University of Salford

Human activities, and alterations of the nature and morphology of the land surface, perturb the land surface- atmosphere balances of energy, mass and momentum. These changes lead to modifications of the atmospheric boundary layer which affect weat... Read More about The influence of urban morphology on sensible heat flux and convective rainfall distributions over Greater Manchester.

Optical Emission and Mass Spectrometric Diagnostics of Laser-Induced Silicon Plasmas (2008)
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Cowpe, J. Optical Emission and Mass Spectrometric Diagnostics of Laser-Induced Silicon Plasmas. (Thesis). University of Salford

Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) were employed in tandem for diagnostic studies of Nd:YAG (532 nm) laser induced plasma plumes. OES measurements of laser-induced silicon plasmas were performed through a range of ambient... Read More about Optical Emission and Mass Spectrometric Diagnostics of Laser-Induced Silicon Plasmas.

Neutron scattering studies and simulations of hydrogen adsorption in single-walled carbon nanotubes (2008)
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Garcia, J. Neutron scattering studies and simulations of hydrogen adsorption in single-walled carbon nanotubes. (Thesis). University of Salford

The storage of hydrogen is one of the main problems that needs to be solved before hydrogen can become a real alternative to oil in mobile applications. Physisorption of hydrogen in an adsorbate is one of the possible solutions to this problem. T... Read More about Neutron scattering studies and simulations of hydrogen adsorption in single-walled carbon nanotubes.

Airbag simulation utilising Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian methodology for Out Of Position cases (2008)
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Khan, M. Airbag simulation utilising Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian methodology for Out Of Position cases. (Thesis). University of Salford

The deployment of car airbags can be lethal to an occupant of the vehicle when caught Out Of Position (OOP) as the envelope can establish contact with the person before completion of the explosive inflation process. This has resulted in severe inju... Read More about Airbag simulation utilising Arbitrary Lagrangian Eulerian methodology for Out Of Position cases.

Exploring knowledge value creation practices : an interpretive case study (2008)
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Vorakulpipat, C. Exploring knowledge value creation practices : an interpretive case study. (Thesis). University of Salford

The gaining popularity of Knowledge Management (KM) has been reinforced by the quest for innovation and value creation. Value creation is grounded in the appropriate combination of human networks, social capital, intellectual capital, and technology... Read More about Exploring knowledge value creation practices : an interpretive case study.

The utility of knowledge mapping as an approach to improving corporate and project performance : a case study of a large South Korean consulting firm (2008)
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Yun, G. The utility of knowledge mapping as an approach to improving corporate and project performance : a case study of a large South Korean consulting firm. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

Knowledge, and its appropriate management, has been increasingly recognised as a critical source of sustainable competitive advantage for companies. Within this context, many companies are developing their strategies and capabilities to effectivel... Read More about The utility of knowledge mapping as an approach to improving corporate and project performance : a case study of a large South Korean consulting firm.

The growth and characterisation of supported metal catalysts prepared by novel chemical vapour deposition methods (2008)
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Hussain, S. The growth and characterisation of supported metal catalysts prepared by novel chemical vapour deposition methods. (Thesis). University of Salford

A novel TCVD procedure was employed for the preparation for the preparation of supported gold catalysts using dimethyl gold acetylacetonates Me 2 Au(acac) as the volatile precursor. Preliminary experiments on the use of TCVD for the preparation of... Read More about The growth and characterisation of supported metal catalysts prepared by novel chemical vapour deposition methods.

Methodology for demand-supply selection of commercial off-the-shelf software-based systems : contextual approach of leading contractors in Portugal (2008)
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Lima, J. Methodology for demand-supply selection of commercial off-the-shelf software-based systems : contextual approach of leading contractors in Portugal. (Thesis). University of Salford

This research study aims to contribute to the discussion around Information Systems, more precisely on Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) software Based Systems, as a Business Process and as a Supply-Chain enabler tool, within the construction industr... Read More about Methodology for demand-supply selection of commercial off-the-shelf software-based systems : contextual approach of leading contractors in Portugal.

Using boundary objects to generate better value in the construction industry : interpreting cases from an activity theory perspective (2008)
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Forgues, D. Using boundary objects to generate better value in the construction industry : interpreting cases from an activity theory perspective. (Thesis). University of Salford

Value generation in construction is about meeting client requirements. Problems in handling client requirements within fragmented practices in sequential design and contractual arrangements are widely recognized. Some authors suggest reconfiguring... Read More about Using boundary objects to generate better value in the construction industry : interpreting cases from an activity theory perspective.