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Concurrent measurement of global positioning system and event-based physical activity data : a methodological framework for integration (2020)
Journal Article

Objective: Global positioning system (GPS) data can add context to physical activity data and have previously been integrated with epoch-based physical activity data. The current study aimed to develop a framework for integrating GPS data and event-b... Read More about Concurrent measurement of global positioning system and event-based physical activity data : a methodological framework for integration.

Advancing the use of evolutionary considerations in spatial conservation planning (2020)
Thesis
Robertson, S. Advancing the use of evolutionary considerations in spatial conservation planning. (Thesis). University of Salford

The existence of life on earth as we know it relies on a diversity of life. Biodiversity underpins vital ecosystems services globally, at all spatial scales, and yet is being lost at an alarming rate. Current extinction rates are estimated to be 100-... Read More about Advancing the use of evolutionary considerations in spatial conservation planning.

Mike Wood, Professor of Applied Ecology (2020)
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Prof Mike Wood, Professor of Applied Ecology at the University of Salford gives an overview of his research into radioactive pollution during the Festival of Research, July 2018

To err is human : an exploration of the implementation of the Duty of Candour (2020)
Thesis
Barton, J. To err is human : an exploration of the implementation of the Duty of Candour. (Thesis). University of Salford

Aim of the study: to conduct qualitative research that considers the impact of the Duty of Candour legislation within healthcare.

Background: the concerns and complaints raised by a persistent group of patients and families, linked with increased... Read More about To err is human : an exploration of the implementation of the Duty of Candour.

Survey of monitor specification and viewing conditions in breast screening units in the North West of England (2020)
Journal Article

Introduction: Monitor specification and viewing conditions are important factors affecting image assessment in mammography. This survey evaluates the different viewing conditions and monitor specifications that exist in acquisition and reporting room... Read More about Survey of monitor specification and viewing conditions in breast screening units in the North West of England.

Brexit in the workplace : a psychology of survival? (2020)
Journal Article
Weinberg, A. (2020). Brexit in the workplace : a psychology of survival?

Whenever we mention Brexit, a range of emotions break out – yet how did it get to this and what does it mean for our workplaces?

Association of jumping ability and maximum strength with dive distance in swimmers (2020)
Journal Article
Calderbank, J., Comfort, P., & McMahon, J. (2021). Association of jumping ability and maximum strength with dive distance in swimmers. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 16(2), 296-303. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2019-0773

Purpose: The aim of the current study was to investigate the relationship between dive distance (DD) and countermovement jump (CMJ) height, track start CMJ height, countermovement broad jump (CMBJ) distance, track start broad jump distance, and isome... Read More about Association of jumping ability and maximum strength with dive distance in swimmers.

Political connections and corporate activities : seasoned equity offerings, share repurchases, and M&A (2020)
Thesis
Nnadi, M. Political connections and corporate activities : seasoned equity offerings, share repurchases, and M&A. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis studies the impact of political connections on firm activity. Given the literature gaps, the three corporate activities selected to be examined are i) seasoned equity offerings, ii) share repurchases, and iii) mergers and acquisitions.... Read More about Political connections and corporate activities : seasoned equity offerings, share repurchases, and M&A.

Digital supply chain management in the videogames industry : a systematic literature review (2020)
Journal Article
Kelly, S., Klézl, V., Israilidis, J., Malone, N., & Butler, S. (2021). Digital supply chain management in the videogames industry : a systematic literature review. ˜The œcomputer games journal, 10(1-4), 19-40. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40869-020-00118-0

As industries mature, they rely more heavily on supply chain management (SCM) to ensure effective operations leading to greater levels of organisational performance. SCM has been widely covered in many industrial areas and, in line with other burgeon... Read More about Digital supply chain management in the videogames industry : a systematic literature review.

Synthetic biology approaches to copper remediation: bioleaching, accumulation and recycling (2020)
Journal Article
Giachino, A., Focarelli, F., Marles-Wright, J., & Waldron, K. (2020). Synthetic biology approaches to copper remediation: bioleaching, accumulation and recycling. FEMS Microbiology Ecology, 97(2), https://doi.org/10.1093/femsec/fiaa249

One of the current aims of synthetic biology is the development of novel microorganisms that can mine economically important elements from the environment or remediate toxic waste compounds. Copper, in particular, is a high-priority target for biorem... Read More about Synthetic biology approaches to copper remediation: bioleaching, accumulation and recycling.

Flowing towards freedom with multimodal creative therapy : the healing power of therapeutic arts for ex cult-members (2020)
Journal Article

Creative arts can play an important role for cult survivors in surviving, transcending and healing from their past realities. Flow – an empowering state of mind-body integration and skilful, intuitive action while engaged in a challenging yet enjoyab... Read More about Flowing towards freedom with multimodal creative therapy : the healing power of therapeutic arts for ex cult-members.