All Outputs (459)

What demotivates homeowners to retrofit their houses: a systematic review (2024)
Conference Proceeding
Coates, P., Munir, M., & Panakaduwa, C. (2024). What demotivates homeowners to retrofit their houses: a systematic review.

The study identifies the factors that demotivate homeowners from retrofitting their houses. Retrofit is defined as improving the energy performance, ventilation or reducing carbon emission of a building. According to the statistics, the progress rat... Read More about What demotivates homeowners to retrofit their houses: a systematic review.

Transforming Housing Retrofit: The Potential Impact of Artificial Intelligence (2024)
Conference Proceeding
Panakaduwa, C., Coates, P., & Munir, M. (2024). Transforming Housing Retrofit: The Potential Impact of Artificial Intelligence.

80% of the housing stock by 2050 in the UK has already been built. Currently, the UK housing stock contributes 18% of the total UK emissions. Due to the legal requirement of the UK government to achieve net zero by 2050, the housing stock poses a con... Read More about Transforming Housing Retrofit: The Potential Impact of Artificial Intelligence.

A Two-branch Edge Guided Lightweight Network for infrared image saliency detection (2024)
Journal Article
Liu, Z., Li, X., Zhang, T., Zhang, X., Sun, C., Rehman, S. U., & Ahmad, J. (2024). A Two-branch Edge Guided Lightweight Network for infrared image saliency detection. Computers and Electrical Engineering, 118, 109296. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compeleceng.2024.109296

In the dynamic landscape of saliency detection, convolutional neural networks have emerged as catalysts for innovation, but remain largely tailored for RGB imagery, falling short in the context of infrared images, particularly in memory-restricted en... Read More about A Two-branch Edge Guided Lightweight Network for infrared image saliency detection.

Bridging the Language Gap in FND Care: A Comparative Analysis of Neurologists and Psychologists (2024)
Presentation / Conference
Mashuk, M. S., Shumit, S., Yang, L., Daniela, D., Matthew, S., Lana, L., …Mohan Raj, R. (2024, July). Bridging the Language Gap in FND Care: A Comparative Analysis of Neurologists and Psychologists. Poster presented at 46th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society, Disney's Coronado Springs, Orlando, Florida, USA

This study compares the communication in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) care between neurologists and psychologists through VADER sentiment analysis and LDA topic modeling. It reveals a stark contrast in language use: neurologists prefer clin... Read More about Bridging the Language Gap in FND Care: A Comparative Analysis of Neurologists and Psychologists.

Researching the lived-experience of underemployment: exploring working lives through a mixed-methods study (2024)
Presentation / Conference
Magnus, L., Beck, V., Fuertes, V., Kamerade, D., Munoz, M., Torres, L., & Warren, T. (2024, June). Researching the lived-experience of underemployment: exploring working lives through a mixed-methods study. Paper presented at Contemplating Qualitative Longitudinal Research: Temporalities, Theories and Methods, Helsinki

Thermal performance of buildings. In situ testing of completed buildings. Steady-state data analysis for aggregate heat loss test (2024)
Report
Fitton, R. (2024). Thermal performance of buildings. In situ testing of completed buildings. Steady-state data analysis for aggregate heat loss test. London: BSI

Thermal performance of buildings. In situ testing of completed buildings. Data collection for aggregate heat loss test (2024)
Report
Fitton, R. (2024). Thermal performance of buildings. In situ testing of completed buildings. Data collection for aggregate heat loss test. London: BSI

Examining The Impact Of ISO 15189 2012 Accreditation In An NHS Specialist Pathology Laboratory. A Single Centre Longitudinal Study (2024)
Thesis
Johnson, J. (2024). Examining The Impact Of ISO 15189 2012 Accreditation In An NHS Specialist Pathology Laboratory. A Single Centre Longitudinal Study. (Thesis). University of Salford

Introduction: Quality and particularly the assurance of quality for service users has become a significant part of healthcare over the years. In an attempt to drive quality, quality improvement strategies such as accreditation have been introduced.... Read More about Examining The Impact Of ISO 15189 2012 Accreditation In An NHS Specialist Pathology Laboratory. A Single Centre Longitudinal Study.

Monetary rewards and the moderating role of generational cohorts on employee loyalty, absenteeism, satisfaction, employee performance and turnover intentions. A case study of front-line care assistants in the care sector in England. (2024)
Thesis
Emasealu, T. (2024). Monetary rewards and the moderating role of generational cohorts on employee loyalty, absenteeism, satisfaction, employee performance and turnover intentions. A case study of front-line care assistants in the care sector in England. (Thesis). The University of Salford

The past three decades have witnessed many academic scholars studying the relationship between monetary rewards and employee behaviours from an age/generational cohort perspective. Behaviours such as loyalty, absenteeism, satisfaction, employee pe... Read More about Monetary rewards and the moderating role of generational cohorts on employee loyalty, absenteeism, satisfaction, employee performance and turnover intentions. A case study of front-line care assistants in the care sector in England..

Exploring Awareness and Healthy Lifestyle Behaviours for the Prevention of Hypertension in Rural Communities in Central Uganda (2024)
Thesis
Namuguzi, M. (2024). Exploring Awareness and Healthy Lifestyle Behaviours for the Prevention of Hypertension in Rural Communities in Central Uganda. (Thesis). University of Salford

Abstract Background Globally, hypertension is a major risk factor for mortality and most deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. The prevalence of hypertension is highest in the rural communities of Central Uganda where awareness is lowes... Read More about Exploring Awareness and Healthy Lifestyle Behaviours for the Prevention of Hypertension in Rural Communities in Central Uganda.

Optimizing Pandemic Control Strategies: A Deep Reinforcement Learning Approach in Public Health Management (2024)
Thesis
Ibraimoh, R. (2024). Optimizing Pandemic Control Strategies: A Deep Reinforcement Learning Approach in Public Health Management. (Thesis). University of Salford

COVID-19, also known as the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, has paralysed the world and forced people to change their lifestyles. Since COVID-19 deaths are increasing daily, the disease has become a global public health issue. Different countries used diff... Read More about Optimizing Pandemic Control Strategies: A Deep Reinforcement Learning Approach in Public Health Management.

Dolly: A Voice from the Asylum (2024)
Thesis
Wood, L. (2024). Dolly: A Voice from the Asylum. (Thesis)

During my initial visit to the abandoned building of Lancaster Moor Asylum, I stood peering through the padlocked railings steadying my hands to take photographs that captured a lost world. Further research led me to the black-and-white photograph... Read More about Dolly: A Voice from the Asylum.

Developing the evidence base for image interpretation and descriptive evaluation by radiographers. (2024)
Thesis
Stevens, B. (2024). Developing the evidence base for image interpretation and descriptive evaluation by radiographers. (Thesis). University of Salford

Introduction This thesis provides evidence to support the notion of radiographers interpreting radiographic images and providing descriptive evaluations. The role of radiographers providing first line radiographic image interpretation has progressed... Read More about Developing the evidence base for image interpretation and descriptive evaluation by radiographers..

Exploring The Experience of Romantic Relationships and Sexuality Education in Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Young People: Perspectives from Young People, Educational Professionals, and Caregivers (2024)
Thesis
Smusz, M. (2024). Exploring The Experience of Romantic Relationships and Sexuality Education in Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Young People: Perspectives from Young People, Educational Professionals, and Caregivers. (Thesis). University of Salford

The literature indicates that sexuality education provided in schools/colleges in the United Kingdom (UK) may not be appropriate for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). There appears to be a lack of understanding of the subject regarding youn... Read More about Exploring The Experience of Romantic Relationships and Sexuality Education in Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Young People: Perspectives from Young People, Educational Professionals, and Caregivers.

Benefits assessments and veterans: lessons from the Sanctions, Support and Service Leavers project (2024)
Report
Young, D., Scullion, L., Martin, P., Hynes, C., & Pardoe, J. (2024). Benefits assessments and veterans: lessons from the Sanctions, Support and Service Leavers project. Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT)

Latency performance modelling in hyperledger fabric blockchain: Challenges and directions with an IoT perspective (2024)
Journal Article
Enare Abang, J., Takruri, H., Al-Zaidi, R., & Al-Khalidi, M. (2024). Latency performance modelling in hyperledger fabric blockchain: Challenges and directions with an IoT perspective. Internet of Things, 26, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.iot.2024.101217

Blockchain is a decentralized and distributed ledger technology that enables secure and transparent recording of transactions across multiple participants. Hyperledger Fabric (HLF), a permissioned blockchain, enhances performance through its modular... Read More about Latency performance modelling in hyperledger fabric blockchain: Challenges and directions with an IoT perspective.

Integrating Urban Land-use And Road Networks In Developing Countries Applying TOD Methods To The Case Of Gaza City (2024)
Thesis
Shabat, A. Y. (2024). Integrating Urban Land-use And Road Networks In Developing Countries Applying TOD Methods To The Case Of Gaza City. (Thesis). University of Salford

Land use is rapidly changing and progressively facing more complex challenges in sustaining people’s needs, therefore the planning and design of road networks. For example, accessibility and transport are a key factors driving the expansion and effec... Read More about Integrating Urban Land-use And Road Networks In Developing Countries Applying TOD Methods To The Case Of Gaza City.

Behaviour of Masonry Arches Under Foundation Movement (2024)
Thesis
Naggasa, A. (2024). Behaviour of Masonry Arches Under Foundation Movement. (Thesis). University of Salford

A significant number of UK bridges are masonry arches, with over 60% being more than a century old and bearing loads beyond their initial design intent. This poses a challenge for longterm assessment. Current assessment tools range from simplistic t... Read More about Behaviour of Masonry Arches Under Foundation Movement.

The CLICK -on Kaduna Programme: A Critical Evaluation of the Role of Digital Skills Acquisitions in Human Capital Development & Income Creation in Nigeria. (2024)
Thesis
Abdulrahman, A. (2024). The CLICK -on Kaduna Programme: A Critical Evaluation of the Role of Digital Skills Acquisitions in Human Capital Development & Income Creation in Nigeria. (Thesis). University of Salford

This study delves into a crucial issue in Northern Nigeria, focusing on the challenges of unemployment and the dearth of skilled labour, particularly among youth and women. The research evaluates the efficacy of the Click-On Kaduna Programme (COKP),... Read More about The CLICK -on Kaduna Programme: A Critical Evaluation of the Role of Digital Skills Acquisitions in Human Capital Development & Income Creation in Nigeria..

The Lived Experience of the Student Therapeutic Radiographer when caring for patients with cancer in the clinical placement setting: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (2024)
Thesis
Porritt, B. (2024). The Lived Experience of the Student Therapeutic Radiographer when caring for patients with cancer in the clinical placement setting: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis. (Thesis). University of Salford

Background: Therapeutic Radiographers and Therapeutic Radiography students are exposed to emotionally demanding situations in their daily care of cancer patients and their family/carers (Society of Radiographers SOR, 2016). The impact of this carin... Read More about The Lived Experience of the Student Therapeutic Radiographer when caring for patients with cancer in the clinical placement setting: An Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis.