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Tracing the emergence and formation of small dot-coms in an emerging digital economy : an actor-network theory approach (2011)
Thesis
Effah, J. Tracing the emergence and formation of small dot-coms in an emerging digital economy : an actor-network theory approach. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The purpose of this study is to trace the emergence and formation of small dot-corns to
understand how they come into being and are made to work or not. The SME e-business
literature emphasises post-organisation and post-technology formation phases... Read More about Tracing the emergence and formation of small dot-coms in an emerging digital economy : an actor-network theory approach.

Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells (2011)
Thesis
El Kamkhi, M. Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford,

One of the most common production problems in oil and gas fields is scale deposition within oil and gas wellbores. Scale formation in surface and subsurface oil and gas production equipment has been recognised to be a major operational problem. The e... Read More about Investigation into descaling of production tubing in oil and gas wells.

A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar (2011)
Thesis
Elbeskeri, R. A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The shear strength of masonry is the function of many factors, but current research indicates
that bond quality is the primary factor. The bond strength is a key parameter representing
structural integrity and water-tightness of the masonry system.... Read More about A study of the bond performance of brickwork triplets made using modified mortar.

The role of technology transfer in improving manpower capability in private house building companies in Libya (2011)
Thesis
Elgrari, O. The role of technology transfer in improving manpower capability in private house building companies in Libya. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

During the last few decades, major transfers of enterprises ownership from public to
private sector have taken place around the world, as there is strong evidence supporting
the positive effects of privatisation. This change in the structure of eco... Read More about The role of technology transfer in improving manpower capability in private house building companies in Libya.

Interaction between electronic communication and perceived success in UAE construction projects (2011)
Thesis
El-Saboni, M. Interaction between electronic communication and perceived success in UAE construction projects. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The purpose of this research is to study the effectiveness of the electronic systems of
communication that are widely used during different phases of construction projects, and to
evaluate their contribution toward the success of projects. The mech... Read More about Interaction between electronic communication and perceived success in UAE construction projects.

Geomorphological effectiveness and maintenance of a riffle-pool sequence (2011)
Thesis
Entwistle, N. Geomorphological effectiveness and maintenance of a riffle-pool sequence. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Riffle-pool sequences in gravel-bed rivers provide the template for a number ol fish and
invertebrate habitats and their morphological complexities create spatial hydraulic
variation over the flow regime that is logistically impossible to measure c... Read More about Geomorphological effectiveness and maintenance of a riffle-pool sequence.

Blood glucose level prediction for diabetic patients using intelligent techniques (2011)
Thesis
Eskaf, K. Blood glucose level prediction for diabetic patients using intelligent techniques. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common chronic diseases. The number of cases of
diabetes in the world is likely to increase more than two fold in the next 30 years; from
115 million in 2000 to 284 million in 2030. This work is concerned with h... Read More about Blood glucose level prediction for diabetic patients using intelligent techniques.

A real-life system for identifying and monitoring objects for user-specified scenarios in live CCTV (2011)
Thesis
Fairchild, A. A real-life system for identifying and monitoring objects for user-specified scenarios in live CCTV. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Abstract
This thesis presents the research and subsequent development of a real life system
capable of identifying and monitoring objects for user-specified scenarios in live CCTV
video. More specifically, after a review of the state of the art in... Read More about A real-life system for identifying and monitoring objects for user-specified scenarios in live CCTV.

The development of a framework to aid the identification of factors inhibiting bank staff's attitude towards e-banking adoption in Libya (2011)
Thesis
Faraj, M. The development of a framework to aid the identification of factors inhibiting bank staff's attitude towards e-banking adoption in Libya. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in the delivery of
banking products and services has triggered a new wave of financial innovation
electronic banking technology; more commonly referred to as e-banking technology.
A revi... Read More about The development of a framework to aid the identification of factors inhibiting bank staff's attitude towards e-banking adoption in Libya.

The impact of training and development towards women's career advancement in the UK construction industry (2011)
Thesis
Fernando, N. The impact of training and development towards women's career advancement in the UK construction industry. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The lack of women in the UK construction industry has become more prominent in
attracting government and industry wide attention due to the potential skill shortage facing
the industry, to manage equality and diversity in construction and to have a... Read More about The impact of training and development towards women's career advancement in the UK construction industry.

Portfolio of compositions (2011)
Thesis
Gates, D. Portfolio of compositions. (Thesis). University of Salford

This portfolio of compositions consists of six works diverse in style and genre. It represents a journey of exploration through the traditional music of various
cultures, imbruing those distinctive flavours of tone, colour and rhythm into my own app... Read More about Portfolio of compositions.

How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film? (2011)
Thesis
Groom, J. How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film?. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

This dissertation will explain how films utilise technological development to
create special effects that portray the past, present and future and how time
travel is conveyed to the audience.
Several of the films to be discussed will show how the... Read More about How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film?.

Detection and epidemiology of Taenia solium in Northern Peru (2011)
Thesis
Guezala Villavicencio, M. Detection and epidemiology of Taenia solium in Northern Peru. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Taenia solium Taen/asis is prevalent in humans in developing countries, and an
imported disease in developed countries. It may cause severe or fatal illness when
humans ingest eggs and develop larval cysts in the central nervous system
(neurocysti... Read More about Detection and epidemiology of Taenia solium in Northern Peru.

Contextualising the participatory role of BMEs in community regeneration : a requirements and challenge approach (2011)
Thesis
Ijasan, K. Contextualising the participatory role of BMEs in community regeneration : a requirements and challenge approach. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The importance of engaging members of minority communities in the process of
community regeneration has been the focus of many governments in the UK. The
benefit of doing this has also been well stressed and documented among politicians
and member... Read More about Contextualising the participatory role of BMEs in community regeneration : a requirements and challenge approach.

Portfolio of compositions : five compositions for solo instruments with accompaniment (2011)
Thesis
Ip, K. Portfolio of compositions : five compositions for solo instruments with accompaniment. (Thesis). University of Salford

This PhD thesis consists of a portfolio of musical compositions for solo instruments with accompaniment. The portfolio, which contains absolute and programme music, includes two largescale works: Piano Concerto with Symphony Orchestra Fok Siu Yok and... Read More about Portfolio of compositions : five compositions for solo instruments with accompaniment.

Feedback on student writing in the Syrian EFL secondary class (2011)
Thesis
Janoudi, H. Feedback on student writing in the Syrian EFL secondary class. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

Several studies have been done worldwide to examine issues related to providing
feedback on student writing in different second language classrooms (e.g. Hyland and
Hyland, 2006). Various types of feedback can be implemented, such as teacher
feedb... Read More about Feedback on student writing in the Syrian EFL secondary class.

Mobility and inequality in a transitional inner-city neighbourhood (2011)
Thesis
Jeffery, R. Mobility and inequality in a transitional inner-city neighbourhood. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

This study attempts to identify the causal mechanisms linking social inequality and
physical (im)mobilities, by way of a case study analysis. Adopting a methodological
approach of critical realism, the focus of this study lies not with aggregate... Read More about Mobility and inequality in a transitional inner-city neighbourhood.

Sparse data inference for point process failure models incorporating multiple maintenance effects (2011)
Thesis
Kearney, J. Sparse data inference for point process failure models incorporating multiple maintenance effects. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The primary scenario within repairable system reliability estimation investigated is that of a
single failure mode the likelihood of which occurring is supposed to be affected by
maintenance activities of varying effect and degree. Since the stru... Read More about Sparse data inference for point process failure models incorporating multiple maintenance effects.