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Genetic structure in two northern muriqui populations (Brachyteles hypoxanthus, Primates, Atelidae) as inferred from fecal DNA (2008)
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Fagundes, V., Paes, M., Chaves, P., Mendes, S., Possamai, C. D. B., Boubli, J., & Strier, K. (2008). Genetic structure in two northern muriqui populations (Brachyteles hypoxanthus, Primates, Atelidae) as inferred from fecal DNA. Genetics and Molecular Biology (Impresso), 31(1), 166-171. https://doi.org/10.1590/S1415-47572008000100028

We assessed the genetic diversity of two northern muriqui (Brachyteles hypoxanthus Primata, Atelidae) populations, the Feliciano Miguel Abdala population (FMA, n = 108) in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais (19°44' S, 41°49' W) and the Santa Maria d... Read More about Genetic structure in two northern muriqui populations (Brachyteles hypoxanthus, Primates, Atelidae) as inferred from fecal DNA.

Unpacking end-user relations in an emerging ubiquitous computing environment : introducing the bystander (2008)
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Ferneley, E., & Light, B. (2008). Unpacking end-user relations in an emerging ubiquitous computing environment : introducing the bystander. Journal of Information Technology, 23(3), 163-175. https://doi.org/10.1057/palgrave.jit.2000123

The move towards technological ubiquity is allowing a more idiosyncratic and dynamic working environment to emerge that may result in the restructuring of information communication technologies, and changes in their use through different user groups'... Read More about Unpacking end-user relations in an emerging ubiquitous computing environment : introducing the bystander.

A new method of HACCP for the catering and food service industry (2008)
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Taylor, E. (2008). A new method of HACCP for the catering and food service industry. Food Control, 19(2), 126-134. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2007.02.013

This paper presents the rationale and use of a new method of applying Codex HACCP principles designed specifically for caterers. It charts the process by which the method was developed, set against the backdrop of international efforts to give suppor... Read More about A new method of HACCP for the catering and food service industry.

A new fuzzy set merging technique using inclusion-based fuzzy clustering (2008)
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Nefti-Meziani, S., Kaymak, U., & Oussalah, M. (2008). A new fuzzy set merging technique using inclusion-based fuzzy clustering. https://doi.org/10.1109/TFUZZ.2007.902011

This paper proposes a new method of merging parameterized fuzzy sets based on clustering in the parameters space, taking into account the degree of inclusion of each fuzzy set in the cluster prototypes. The merger method is applied to fuzzy rule base... Read More about A new fuzzy set merging technique using inclusion-based fuzzy clustering.

Fatherhood regimes and father involvement in France and the UK (2008)
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Gregory, A., & Milner, S. (2008). Fatherhood regimes and father involvement in France and the UK. Community, Work and Family, 11(1), 61-84. https://doi.org/10.1080/13668800701419391

This paper contrasts and compares the institutional framework for fatherhood and father involvement and the survey evidence relating to fathers’ contribution to childcare and domestic work in the two countries. It shows that while men’s contribution... Read More about Fatherhood regimes and father involvement in France and the UK.

Ageism within occupational therapy? (2008)
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Davys, D. (2008). Ageism within occupational therapy?. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 71(2), 72-74

Despite the arrival of the National Service Framework for Older people in 2001, age discrimination continues to exist in both popular society and health and social care settings. Within this context, the number of older people who are likely to come... Read More about Ageism within occupational therapy?.

Nodal network and CFD simulation of airflow and heat transfer in double skin facades with blinds (2008)
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Hanby, V., Cook, M., Infield, D., Ji, Y., Loveday, D., & Mei, L. (2008). Nodal network and CFD simulation of airflow and heat transfer in double skin facades with blinds. Building Services Engineering Research and Technology, 29(1), 45-59. https://doi.org/10.1177/01436244080290010401

The paper describes a modelling study of heat transfer and buoyancy-driven airflow in double skin facades consisting of a glass outer layer, a control device (venetian blind) and a double-glazed inner skin. The modelling study was based on two approa... Read More about Nodal network and CFD simulation of airflow and heat transfer in double skin facades with blinds.

A mechanical comparison of the locking compression plate (LCP) and the low contact-Dynamic Compression Plate (DCP) in an osteoporotic bone model (2008)
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Snow, M., Thompson, G., & Turner, P. (2008). A mechanical comparison of the locking compression plate (LCP) and the low contact-Dynamic Compression Plate (DCP) in an osteoporotic bone model. Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma, 22(2), 121-125. https://doi.org/10.1097/BOT.0b013e318160c84c

Objective: to determine if locking compression plates (LCP) are mechanically advantageous compared to low-contact dynamic compression plates (DCP) when used as a bridging plate in a synthetic model of osteoporotic bone. Methods: five synthetic bars... Read More about A mechanical comparison of the locking compression plate (LCP) and the low contact-Dynamic Compression Plate (DCP) in an osteoporotic bone model.

Performance of T-shape barriers with top surface covered with absorptive quadratic residue diffusers (2008)
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Monazzam, M., & Lam, Y. (2008). Performance of T-shape barriers with top surface covered with absorptive quadratic residue diffusers. Applied Acoustics, 69(2), 93-109. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apacoust.2006.10.006

A previous paper [Applied Acoustics 66 (2005) 709–730] has shown that adding a quadratic residue diffuser (QRD) to the top of a T-shape barrier can provide better barrier performance than an equivalent purely absorptive barrier. In here, we extend th... Read More about Performance of T-shape barriers with top surface covered with absorptive quadratic residue diffusers.

Triumph over the barricades and put the evidence into practice (2008)
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Hollins Martin, C. (2008). Triumph over the barricades and put the evidence into practice. British Journal of Midwifery, 16(2), 76-81

In some instances midwives find it difficult to implement research into practice (Albers, 2001). For example, evidence informs of the benefits of providing continuous support during labour (Hodnett et al, 2003), yet one midwife to one woman is not... Read More about Triumph over the barricades and put the evidence into practice.

Neutron diffraction studies of magnetostrictive Fe–Ga alloy ribbons (2008)
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Zhao, X., Mellors, N., Kilcoyne, S., Lord, D., Lupu, N., Horia, C., & Henry, P. (2008). Neutron diffraction studies of magnetostrictive Fe–Ga alloy ribbons. Journal of Applied Physics, 103(07B32), https://doi.org/10.1063/1.2837244

Melt-spun Fe–Ga ribbons were prepared and some ribbons were annealed at 1000 °C for 1 h then slowly cooled to room temperature. X-ray diffraction patterns revealed no evidence of texture and only bcc phase in the as-quenched ribbons. However, high-... Read More about Neutron diffraction studies of magnetostrictive Fe–Ga alloy ribbons.

Physics-based virtual environment for training core skills in vascular interventional radiological procedures (2008)
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John, N., Luboz, V., Bello, F., Hughes, C., Vidal, F., Lim, I., …Gould, D. (2008). Physics-based virtual environment for training core skills in vascular interventional radiological procedures

Recent years have seen a significant increase in the use of Interventional Radiology (IR) as an alternative to open surgery. A large number of IR procedures commence with needle puncture of a vessel to insert guidewires and catheters: these clinical... Read More about Physics-based virtual environment for training core skills in vascular interventional radiological procedures.

Noise generation in ventilation systems by the (2008)
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Waddington, D., Oldham, D., & Oldham, D. (2008). Noise generation in ventilation systems by the. Building Acoustics, 15(1), 49-71. https://doi.org/10.1260/135101008784050214

Earlier work on devising generalised noise prediction techniques for ventilation system elements based upon simple bend configurations has been extended to the study of the noise generated by branch take-offs. These configurations are more complex th... Read More about Noise generation in ventilation systems by the.

Knowledge processing, codification and reuse model for communities of practice (2008)
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Mihindu, S., Fernando, T., & Khosrowshahi, F. (2008). Knowledge processing, codification and reuse model for communities of practice. Ubiquitous Computing and Communication journal, 3, 44-53

Knowledge Management (KM) has been a widely received area for research and development for many decades. However combining the full Knowledge Management Cycle; knowledge capture, development, sharing and utilisation within the same infrastructure has... Read More about Knowledge processing, codification and reuse model for communities of practice.

Effect of O6-methylguanine on the stability of G-quadruplex DNA (2008)
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Mekmaysy, C., Petraccome, L., Garbett, N., Ragazzon, P., Gray, R., Trent, J., & Chaires, J. (2008). Effect of O6-methylguanine on the stability of G-quadruplex DNA. Abstracts of papers / American Chemical Society, 130(21), 6710-6711. https://doi.org/10.1021/ja801976h

The effects of substitution of O6-methylguanine on the structure and stability of a human telomere quadruplex was studied by circular dichroism, thermal denaturation, analytical ultracentrifugation, and molecular dynamics simulations. The results sho... Read More about Effect of O6-methylguanine on the stability of G-quadruplex DNA.

Old industrial regions, technology and innovation : tensions of obduracy and transformation (2008)
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Hodson, M. (2008). Old industrial regions, technology and innovation : tensions of obduracy and transformation. Environment and Planning A, 40(5), 1057. https://doi.org/10.1068/a39103

Work on regions and technologically informed innovation has often focused on high-tech regions as exemplars of apparent success in economic development. This paper, by contrast, focuses on understanding how regions transform themselves in respect of... Read More about Old industrial regions, technology and innovation : tensions of obduracy and transformation.

Menu-safe : a new method of HACCP for the hospitality industry: embracing new cuisines and developing sector relevance (2008)
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Taylor, J., Assan, N., Green, R., McCann, J., & Rodriguez, J. (2008). Menu-safe : a new method of HACCP for the hospitality industry: embracing new cuisines and developing sector relevance. International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, 20(5), 561-578. https://doi.org/10.1108/09596110810881472

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to provide further evidence of the effectiveness of a new method of HACCP for the hospitality industry that was developed, piloted and validated by the UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the University of Salford... Read More about Menu-safe : a new method of HACCP for the hospitality industry: embracing new cuisines and developing sector relevance.