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Neutron scattering studies and simulations of hydrogen adsorption in single-walled carbon nanotubes (2008)
Thesis
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)
Thesis
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)
Thesis
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)
Thesis
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.

A study of the structure of codeposited PVD coatings (2008)
Thesis
Hampshire, J. A study of the structure of codeposited PVD coatings. (Thesis). University of Salford

The structure of two-component coatings codeposited by magnetron sputter ion plating was studied. This apparently simple topic has never been studied systematically and has led to a number of unexpected and very interesting results. The systems t... Read More about A study of the structure of codeposited PVD coatings.

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

Language use and maintenance among the Moroccan minority in Britain (2008)
Thesis
Jamai, A. Language use and maintenance among the Moroccan minority in Britain. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

The goal of this study is to investigate language use among a relatively young immigrant community in Britain with a view to finding out what role English plays in their lives, whether they still use their languages of origin, and what are the reason... Read More about Language use and maintenance among the Moroccan minority in Britain.

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

Investigating the influence of the elements of academic culture in ISO 9001 maintenance within Malaysian Public Higher Education (2008)
Thesis
Basir, S. Investigating the influence of the elements of academic culture in ISO 9001 maintenance within Malaysian Public Higher Education. (Thesis). University of Salford

The research aim of this study was to develop a framework in which the elements of academic culture, which affect the ISO 9001 maintenance process within Malaysian Public Higher Education Institutions (MPHEIs), were identified and demonstrated. Th... Read More about Investigating the influence of the elements of academic culture in ISO 9001 maintenance within Malaysian Public Higher Education.

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

A study and development of Bayesian exemplar based models (2008)
Thesis
Wu, J. A study and development of Bayesian exemplar based models. (Thesis). University of Salford

People think and reason about situations using past experience. Often, past experience consists of stereotypes and exemplars that depict common situations. In order for a computer to reason in a similar way, the identification and representation o... Read More about A study and development of Bayesian exemplar based models.

Tourism and urban regeneration : an analysis of visitor perception, behaviour and experience at the quays in Salford (2008)
Thesis
Craggs, R. Tourism and urban regeneration : an analysis of visitor perception, behaviour and experience at the quays in Salford. (Thesis). University of Salford

Following the loss of heavy, manufacturing industry in many industrial areas in the 1970s and 1980s, tourism has featured extensively in urban and waterfront regeneration policy because of its ability to generate substantial economic benefits to d... Read More about Tourism and urban regeneration : an analysis of visitor perception, behaviour and experience at the quays in Salford.

An Inductive Logic Programming Approach to Learning which uORFs Regulate Gene Expression (2008)
Thesis
Selpi. (2008). An Inductive Logic Programming Approach to Learning which uORFs Regulate Gene Expression. (Thesis). The Robert Gordon University

Some upstream open reading frames (uORFs) regulate gene expression (i.e. they are functional) and can play key roles in keeping organisms healthy. However, how uORFs are involved in gene regulation is not het fully understood. In order to get a compl... Read More about An Inductive Logic Programming Approach to Learning which uORFs Regulate Gene Expression.

Utilisation of halophosphine and aminophosphine ligands in organoruthenium chemistry (2008)
Thesis
Boshaala, A. Utilisation of halophosphine and aminophosphine ligands in organoruthenium chemistry. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis concerns the syntheses and reactivity of areneruthenium complexes containing halophosphine and aminophosphine ligands. Methylcyclopentadienylruthenium chemistry is also developed together with corresponding tertbutylcyclopentadienylruth... Read More about Utilisation of halophosphine and aminophosphine ligands in organoruthenium chemistry.

An interpretive phenomenological study of user experiences of therapeutic footwear (2008)
Thesis
Williams, A. An interpretive phenomenological study of user experiences of therapeutic footwear. (Thesis). University of Salford, UK

Therapeutic footwear is provided to patients with the primary aims of reducing foot pain and improving foot health. Therefore, it is of concern that patients choose not to wear it. This choice has been attributed to its poor appearance. However, the... Read More about An interpretive phenomenological study of user experiences of therapeutic footwear.

Methodology for demand-supply selection of commercial off-the-shelf software-based systems: contextual approach of leading contractors in Portugal (2008)
Thesis
Barreiro 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, UK

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 industry... Read More about Methodology for demand-supply selection of commercial off-the-shelf software-based systems: contextual approach of leading contractors in Portugal.

The translation of intertextual expressions in political articles (2008)
Thesis
Al-Taher, M. The translation of intertextual expressions in political articles. (Thesis). University of Salford

The study discusses the translation of intertextual expressions in political articles, aiming at understanding the role of intertextuality within the cultural, ideological and individual circles. Critical discourse analysis shows clearly how indispen... Read More about The translation of intertextual expressions in political articles.

Chemical composition and flavour development of cocoa products by thermal and enzymatic technologies (2008)
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Miralles-Garcia, J. Chemical composition and flavour development of cocoa products by thermal and enzymatic technologies. (Thesis). University of Salford

A novel technology to process traditional chocolate-making ingredients has been investigated with the main objective to promote the generation of key chocolate odorant volatiles as a part of the commercial interest of the industrial partner to create... Read More about Chemical composition and flavour development of cocoa products by thermal and enzymatic technologies.

The politics of innovation : a critical analysis of the conditions in which innovations in health care may flourish (2008)
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McMahon, A. The politics of innovation : a critical analysis of the conditions in which innovations in health care may flourish. (Thesis). University of Salford

Innovation and research have been key features throughout the sixty years the UK has publicly funded a National Health Service. Over the last thirty years, in planning health service reforms, successive Governments have drawn on the values of the pri... Read More about The politics of innovation : a critical analysis of the conditions in which innovations in health care may flourish.

Tourism and urban regeneration: An analysis of visitor perception, behaviour and experience at the quays in Salford (2008)
Thesis
Craggs, R. Tourism and urban regeneration: An analysis of visitor perception, behaviour and experience at the quays in Salford. (Thesis). University of Salford

Following the loss of heavy, manufacturing industry in many industrial areas in the 1970s and 1980s, tourism has featured extensively in urban and wateriront regeneration policy because of its ability to generate substantial economic benefits to dest... Read More about Tourism and urban regeneration: An analysis of visitor perception, behaviour and experience at the quays in Salford.