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Spread spectrum technique for the study of outdoor noise propagation (2007)
Journal Article
Waddington, D., & Angus, J. (2007). Spread spectrum technique for the study of outdoor noise propagation. https://doi.org/10.1121/1.2783120

This paper describes field measurements to assess innovative correlation techniques for the study of meteorological and topographical effects on sound propagation. To take advantage of the properties of coded signals in a time-varying system, the cor... Read More about Spread spectrum technique for the study of outdoor noise propagation.

The multi-level governance of science policy in England (2007)
Journal Article
Perry, B. (2007). The multi-level governance of science policy in England. Regional Studies, 41(8), 1051-1067. https://doi.org/10.1080/00343400701530881

This article outlines contemporary changes in the governance of science policy in England and assesses the recent emergence of regional science policies. The early 2000s have been marked by substantial sub-national mobilization, representation and in... Read More about The multi-level governance of science policy in England.

Supporting collaboration, in colocated 3D visualization, through the use of remote personal interfaces (2007)
Journal Article
Aspin, R. (2007). Supporting collaboration, in colocated 3D visualization, through the use of remote personal interfaces. Journal of Computing in Civil Engineering, 21(6), 393-401. https://doi.org/10.1061/%28ASCE%290887-3801%282007%2921%3A6%28393%29

Interactive three-dimensional visualization of urban models presents a powerful platform for communication and collaboration between project stakeholders in evaluating and exploring urban planning issues. One of the most common applications of this i... Read More about Supporting collaboration, in colocated 3D visualization, through the use of remote personal interfaces.

Fuzzy cognitive mapping to appraise complex situations (2007)
Journal Article
Dodouras, S., & James, P. (2007). Fuzzy cognitive mapping to appraise complex situations. Journal of Environmental Planning and Management, 50(6), 823-852. https://doi.org/10.1080/09640560701610578

The manner in which different societies and cultures utilise the natural environment for various activities can be myriad and complex to analyse. Whilst experience and the use of accepted methodologies have taught practitioners how to handle many of... Read More about Fuzzy cognitive mapping to appraise complex situations.

Task-orientated multimodal feedback system for the rehabilitation of the upper limb (2007)
Thesis
Kousidou, S. Task-orientated multimodal feedback system for the rehabilitation of the upper limb. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis reports on the design and development of a software environment which allows the implementation of task-based physiotherapy for the upper limb providing at the same time effective multimodal feedback to the user. The software environme... Read More about Task-orientated multimodal feedback system for the rehabilitation of the upper limb.

Application of response surface methodology to laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy : influences of hardware configuration (2007)
Journal Article
Cowpe, J., Astin, J., Pilkington, R., Hill, A., Longson, M., & Robinson, T. (2007). Application of response surface methodology to laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy : influences of hardware configuration. Spectrochimica Acta Part B: Atomic Spectroscopy, 62(12), 1335-1342. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sab.2007.10.035

Response Surface Methodology (RSM) was employed to optimise LIBS analysis of single crystal silicon at atmospheric pressure and under vacuum conditions (pressure ~10-6mbar). Multivariate analysis software (StatGraphics 5.1) was used to design and an... Read More about Application of response surface methodology to laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy : influences of hardware configuration.

Observed case of maternal infanticide in a wild group of black-fronted titi monkeys (Callicebus nigrifrons) (2007)
Journal Article
Casar, C., Franco, E., Soares, G., & Young, R. (2007). Observed case of maternal infanticide in a wild group of black-fronted titi monkeys (Callicebus nigrifrons). Primates, 49, 143-145. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10329-007-0067-9

A maternal infanticide was observed in a group of unprovisioned wild black-fronted titi monkeys (Callicebus nigrifrons). An approximately 3-day-old male infant was killed by his mother. A post-mortem revealed the infant to be clinically healthy. We c... Read More about Observed case of maternal infanticide in a wild group of black-fronted titi monkeys (Callicebus nigrifrons).

A case of adoption in a wild group of black-fronted titi monkeys (Callicebus nigrifrons) (2007)
Journal Article
Casar, C., & Young, R. (2008). A case of adoption in a wild group of black-fronted titi monkeys (Callicebus nigrifrons). Primates, 49, 146-148. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10329-007-0066-x

We observed a case of infant adoption in an unprovisioned group of wild black-fronted titi monkeys (Callicebus nigrifrons). During our long-term field study we noticed that an infant had moved from one of our study groups (“Desbotado”) to another (“R... Read More about A case of adoption in a wild group of black-fronted titi monkeys (Callicebus nigrifrons).

The role of knowledge capture for improved competitiveness in small and medium enterprises in the UK construction industry : an empirical study (2007)
Presentation / Conference
Suresh, S., & Egbu, C. (2007, October). The role of knowledge capture for improved competitiveness in small and medium enterprises in the UK construction industry : an empirical study. Presented at CIB W102 3rd International Conference : Information and Knowledge Management - Helping the Practitioner in Planning and Building, Stuttgart

The effect of stereo crosstalk on intelligibility : comparison of a phantom stereo image and a central loudspeaker source (2007)
Journal Article
Shirley, B., Kendrick, P., & Churchill, C. (2007). The effect of stereo crosstalk on intelligibility : comparison of a phantom stereo image and a central loudspeaker source. Journal of the Audio Engineering Society, 55(10), 852-863

The roll out of surround sound for broadcasting and packaged media, and the consequent addition of a center loudspeaker for sound accompanying video have the potential to reduce the impact of acoustical crosstalk and so improve the intelligibility of... Read More about The effect of stereo crosstalk on intelligibility : comparison of a phantom stereo image and a central loudspeaker source.

Building trust in construction projects (2007)
Journal Article
Khalfan, M. M., McDermott, P., & Swan, W. (2007). Building trust in construction projects. Supply Chain Management, 12(6), 385-391. https://doi.org/10.1108/13598540710826308

Purpose The objective of this paper is to present different perspectives on building “trust” among supply chain participants working on construction projects. Design/methodology/approach A case study methodology was adopted; with five constructi... Read More about Building trust in construction projects.

Dealing with blast loading on brickwork (2007)
Journal Article
Haynes, B., & Beg, M. (2007). Dealing with blast loading on brickwork. Structural engineer (London. 1988), 85(19), 35-42

Much effort is being deployed in maintaining electricity generation from the UK's fleet of nuclear power stations with safety being a prime consideration. Up-to-date safety standards demand resistance to hazards which normally include seismic and... Read More about Dealing with blast loading on brickwork.

A generic framework for the development of standardised learning objects within the discipline of construction management (2007)
Journal Article
Ahmed, V., Aouad, G., & Pathmeswaran, R. (2007). A generic framework for the development of standardised learning objects within the discipline of construction management. Journal for Education in the Built Environment, 2(2), 115-135

E-learning has occurred in the academic world in different forms since the early 1990s. Its use varies from interactive multimedia tools and simulation environments to static resources within learning management systems. E-learning tools and environm... Read More about A generic framework for the development of standardised learning objects within the discipline of construction management.