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Risk management strategies for dealing with unpredictable risk in Saudi Arabian organisations
Thesis
Bin Shawiah, F. Risk management strategies for dealing with unpredictable risk in Saudi Arabian organisations. (Thesis). University of Salford

From time to time, large numbers of organisations of all types and sizes throughout the world suffer from large destruction, either as a direct or an indirect consequence of events triggered by Unpredictable Risk (UR); hence, potentially impacting up... Read More about Risk management strategies for dealing with unpredictable risk in Saudi Arabian organisations.

The influence of safety culture on safety performance in Saudi Arabian construction industry
Thesis
Saad, N. (in press). The influence of safety culture on safety performance in Saudi Arabian construction industry. (Thesis). COLLEGE OF SCIENCE

Over the past decades, there has been a realisation that safety, within the Saudi construction industry, has been facing challenges. Even though there are good safety practices in many organisations, the industry lacks well publicised legal provision... Read More about The influence of safety culture on safety performance in Saudi Arabian construction industry.

A theoretical framework to support facilities maintenance management of higher education institutions buildings in Nigeria
Thesis
Olowoake, M. (in press). A theoretical framework to support facilities maintenance management of higher education institutions buildings in Nigeria. (Thesis). University of Salford

The processes required in maintaining Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) buildings, and to retain their services and facilities to an acceptable standard in Nigeria is being undermined by insufficient maintenance budget and lack of strategic planni... Read More about A theoretical framework to support facilities maintenance management of higher education institutions buildings in Nigeria.

Isolation and characterization of a glycosaminoglycan with anticancer activity
Thesis
Ogundipe, O. (in press). Isolation and characterization of a glycosaminoglycan with anticancer activity. (Thesis). University of Salford

Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) are a family of complex mixture of linear polysaccharides that are present in both vertebrates and invertebrates. This polysaccharide plays important roles in physiological and pathological conditions, including cancer. In t... Read More about Isolation and characterization of a glycosaminoglycan with anticancer activity.

A comparative study of sediment trace metal levels in upland lakes in the southern and northern Carpathians of Romania
Thesis
in the southern and northern Carpathians of Romania. (Thesis). University of Salford

The Carpathian Mountains in Romania hold around 150-200 glacial lakes and traverse a region where there are considerable environmental concerns. Despite a long tradition of palaeoecological study in the region, to date relatively little has been publ... Read More about A comparative study of sediment trace metal levels in upland lakes in the southern and northern Carpathians of Romania.

Coordination and management of information for construction design projects - a framework for Portugal
Thesis
Biscaya, S. Coordination and management of information for construction design projects - a framework for Portugal. (Thesis). University of Salford

In the construction industry in Portugal, the coordination and management of information for construction design projects has been neglected. The use of classification systems and protocols for the communication of information amongst the different s... Read More about Coordination and management of information for construction design projects - a framework for Portugal.

Building information modelling in integrated practice
Presentation / Conference
Haron, A., Marshall-Ponting, A., & Aouad, G. Building information modelling in integrated practice. Presented at 2nd Construction Industry Research Achievement International Conference (CIRIAC 2009), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Integrated practice in construction industry is identified as one of the solution that could be used to minimise the problems associated with fragmentation in construction. Many solutions are identified to support integrated practice and such of them... Read More about Building information modelling in integrated practice.

Future Proofing, Recording and Tagging Historical Buildings: a Pilot Study in Wales, UK
Presentation / Conference
Counsell, J., Littlewood, J., Arayici, Y., Hamilton, A., Dixey, A., Nash, G., & Richman, A. Future Proofing, Recording and Tagging Historical Buildings: a Pilot Study in Wales, UK. Presented at COBRA 2008, the RICS construction and building research conference, Dublin

This paper discusses the process that follows the use of ground based laser scanning to record endangered heritage structures before rescue and reconstruction elsewhere. It addresses a possible workflow based on new and emerging technologies for the... Read More about Future Proofing, Recording and Tagging Historical Buildings: a Pilot Study in Wales, UK.

Accounting for knowledge embedded in physical objects and environments : the role of artefacts in transferring knowledge
Presentation / Conference
Rooke, C., Rooke, J., Koskela, L., & Tzortzopoulos, P. Accounting for knowledge embedded in physical objects and environments : the role of artefacts in transferring knowledge. Presented at International Built & Human Environment Research Week (IRW) 2009, The Lowry, Salford Quays, Greater Manchester

The intention to investigate the role of artefacts (objects and environments) in codifying, embedding and disseminating knowledge was inspired by an awareness that organisations across all sectors are increasingly being asked not only to provide prod... Read More about Accounting for knowledge embedded in physical objects and environments : the role of artefacts in transferring knowledge.

Capacity building towards sustainability: Context of post disaster waste management
Presentation / Conference
Karunasena, G., Amaratunga, R., & Haigh, R. Capacity building towards sustainability: Context of post disaster waste management. Presented at International research conference on sustainability in built environment, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Concept of Capacity Building is an essential component in development theory and practice. In developing countries, it is identified as a key concept in achieving sustainability. In particular, in post disaster scenarios, focus has been placed upon... Read More about Capacity building towards sustainability: Context of post disaster waste management.

Post occupancy evaluation (POE) in residential buildings utilizing BIM and sensing devices: Salford energy house example
Presentation / Conference
Ozturk, Z., Arayici, Y., & Coates, S. Post occupancy evaluation (POE) in residential buildings utilizing BIM and sensing devices: Salford energy house example. Presented at Retrofit 2012, The Lowry, Salford Quays, Greater Manchester

Residential energy use accounts for 29% of global energy consumption and 21% of global CO2 emissions, making the residential sector an important focal point in relation to the dual issues of climate change and resource depletion. Improving heating in... Read More about Post occupancy evaluation (POE) in residential buildings utilizing BIM and sensing devices: Salford energy house example.

BIM implementation strategy framework for small architectural practices
Thesis
Coates, S. BIM implementation strategy framework for small architectural practices. (Thesis). University of Salford

BIM (Building Information Modeling) is a new radically different emerging approach to design, construction and facilities management. BIM promises to better facilitate the building development, construction and building operation. In this thesis the... Read More about BIM implementation strategy framework for small architectural practices.

Consultative approach to BIM implementation
Presentation / Conference
Dadmehr, N., & Coates, S. Consultative approach to BIM implementation. Presented at 14th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC) 2019 : contemporary and future directions in the Built Environment, University of Salford

Building Information Modeling is transforming AECOO industry, it introduces new approaches and new technology as well as collaborative working environment amongst different stakeholders. BIM requires new method of management adapted to the new conc... Read More about Consultative approach to BIM implementation.

Themes of wellbeing associated with daylighting practice and shading systems in working environment
Presentation / Conference
Salah mansour abdelrahman, M., & Coates, S. Themes of wellbeing associated with daylighting practice and shading systems in working environment. Presented at IPGRC 2022: Resilience in Research and Practice, Online/Virtual

Daylighting conditions throughout an internal space directly impact building occupant health and wellbeing. Various physiological and psychological benefits have been attributed to the presence of daylight in buildings. A shading system is consider... Read More about Themes of wellbeing associated with daylighting practice and shading systems in working environment.

Wellbeing in Daylighting Studies
Presentation / Conference
Salah mansour abdelrahman, M., & Coates, S. Wellbeing in Daylighting Studies. Presented at Will cities survive? The future of sustainable buildings and urbanism in the age of emergency., Santiago, Chile

Daylight conditions throughout an internal space directly impact building occupant health and wellbeing. To design a healthy building, many rating systems that use standards and recommendations are used to achieve this goal. Although daylight is us... Read More about Wellbeing in Daylighting Studies.

Revaluating megaproject cost overruns : putting changes into perspective
Presentation / Conference
Walsh, A., & Walker, P. Revaluating megaproject cost overruns : putting changes into perspective. Presented at 14th International Postgraduate Research Conference (IPGRC) 2019 : contemporary and future directions in the Built Environment, University of Salford

The vast sums of money involved in megaprojects, and the perceived lack of public benefit, create controversy. Flyvberg’ s iron law asserts that megaprojects are over budget, over time, under benefits, over and over again (Flyvberg, 2018). More recen... Read More about Revaluating megaproject cost overruns : putting changes into perspective.

Climate change and tuberculosis drive non-adaptive shifts in the faecal microbiota of wild meerkats
Journal Article
Risely, A., Müller-Klein, N., Schmid, D., Wilhelm, K., Clutton-Brock, T., Manser, M., & Sommer, S. Climate change and tuberculosis drive non-adaptive shifts in the faecal microbiota of wild meerkats. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-1873485/v1

Climate change and climate-driven increases in infectious disease threaten wildlife populations globally. Yet, their combined long-term effects on gut microbial communities remain unknown. Over the past two decades, wild meerkats inhabiting the Kalah... Read More about Climate change and tuberculosis drive non-adaptive shifts in the faecal microbiota of wild meerkats.