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Digital Psychotherapies for Adults Experiencing Depressive Symptoms: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (2024)
Journal Article
Omylinska Thurston, J., Aithal, S., Liverpool, S., Clark, R., Moula, Z., Wood, J., …Karkou, V. (2024). Digital Psychotherapies for Adults Experiencing Depressive Symptoms: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. JMIR Mental Health, 11, https://doi.org/10.2196/55500

Background: Depression affects 5% of adults and it is a major cause of disability worldwide. Digital psychotherapies offer an accessible solution addressing this issue. This systematic review examines a spectrum of digital psychotherapies for depress... Read More about Digital Psychotherapies for Adults Experiencing Depressive Symptoms: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

A Statistical Analysis of Commercial Articulated Industrial Robots and Cobots (2024)
Journal Article
Amiri, P., Müller, M., Southgate, M., Theodoridis, T., Wei, G., Richards-Brown, M., & Holderbaum, W. (2024). A Statistical Analysis of Commercial Articulated Industrial Robots and Cobots. #Journal not on list, 8(5), 216. https://doi.org/10.3390/jmmp8050216

This paper aims to elucidate the state-of-the-art, prevailing priorities, and the focus of the industry, and identify both limitations and potential gaps regarding industrial robots and collaborative robots (cobots). Additionally, it outlines the adv... Read More about A Statistical Analysis of Commercial Articulated Industrial Robots and Cobots.

The Jews of Bridgnorth (2024)
Presentation / Conference
Irwin, D. (2024, September). The Jews of Bridgnorth

To mark the 750th anniversary of the expulsion of the Jews from Bridgnorth (2 October 1274), I gave a talk at St. Leonard's Church in Birdgnorth as part of the commemoration. Having been established in 1267, the Jewish presence in the town was relati... Read More about The Jews of Bridgnorth.

Deep Learning for Automated Encrustation Detection in Sewer Inspection. (2024)
Journal Article
Yusuf, W., Alaka, H., Ahmad, M., Godoyon, W., Ajayi, S., Toriola-Coker, L. O., & Ahmed, A. (in press). Deep Learning for Automated Encrustation Detection in Sewer Inspection. #Journal not on list, Article 200433. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.iswa.2024.200433

Rapid urbanization and population growth in recent decades have placed significant pressure on urban cities to rely heavily on underground infrastructure, such as sewers and tunnels, to maintain the provision of essential services. These sewers, typi... Read More about Deep Learning for Automated Encrustation Detection in Sewer Inspection..

An ‘alcohol health champions’ intervention to reduce alcohol harm in local communities: a mixed-methods evaluation of a natural experiment (2024)
Journal Article
Burns, E. J., de Vocht, F., Siqueira, N. T., Siqueira, N., Ure, C., Audrey, S., …Cook, P. A. (2024). An ‘alcohol health champions’ intervention to reduce alcohol harm in local communities: a mixed-methods evaluation of a natural experiment. Public Health Research, 1-135. https://doi.org/10.3310/htmn2101

Background Globally alcohol consumption is a leading risk factor for premature death and disability and is associated with crime, social and economic consequences. Local communities may be able to play a role in addressing alcohol-related issues in t... Read More about An ‘alcohol health champions’ intervention to reduce alcohol harm in local communities: a mixed-methods evaluation of a natural experiment.

Intersections of gender, sexuality and ‘race’ in queer asylum claims (2024)
Book Chapter
Held, N., & Apata, A. (2024). Intersections of gender, sexuality and ‘race’ in queer asylum claims. In Research Handbook on Asylum and Refugee Policy (239-250). Cheltenham: Edward Elgar Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4337/9781802204599.00025

Drawing on one of the author’s own experiences with the asylum system and findings from a major European study on queer asylum claims, this chapter looks at intersections of gender, sexuality and ‘race’ in asylum claims by queer refugees in Europe. I... Read More about Intersections of gender, sexuality and ‘race’ in queer asylum claims.

Words from World Watchers: experiences of the occult in Mauritius (2024)
Thesis
Poliah, K. (2024). Words from World Watchers: experiences of the occult in Mauritius. (Thesis). The University of Salford

This study investigates the occult experiences of Mauritians through an experimental novel- length narrative including elements of the roman-à-clef, short story, poetry, and script, accompanied by complementary discourses. This research has been carr... Read More about Words from World Watchers: experiences of the occult in Mauritius.

Emotional Intelligence and Strategic Leadership: Evidence from UAE Higher Education (2024)
Thesis
Mohammed, I. (2024). Emotional Intelligence and Strategic Leadership: Evidence from UAE Higher Education. (Thesis). University of Salford

Higher education institutions are witnessing a volatile, uncertain, and complex business environment in the 21st century, which calls for robust and strategic leadership to navigate these challenges. This study examines whether emotional intelligence... Read More about Emotional Intelligence and Strategic Leadership: Evidence from UAE Higher Education.

An Investigation Into The Media Representation of the Almajiri System In Bauchi State, Nigeria (2024)
Thesis
Batare, A. (2024). An Investigation Into The Media Representation of the Almajiri System In Bauchi State, Nigeria. (Thesis). University of Salford

The focus of this research, “An Investigation Into The Media Representation of the Almajiri
System In Bauchi State, Nigeria”, is to explore how media organisations represent the
conflictual relationship between the Almajiri system and Bauchi societ... Read More about An Investigation Into The Media Representation of the Almajiri System In Bauchi State, Nigeria.

Staging Queer Spirituality: New perspectives on self-identity through Minstrelsy as multiplastic archetypal persona-performance (2024)
Thesis
Fitton, S. (2024). Staging Queer Spirituality: New perspectives on self-identity through Minstrelsy as multiplastic archetypal persona-performance. (Thesis). University of Salford

My thesis is based upon the findings from my post-graduate practice-as-research project.

I will propose a re-envisioning of the practice of Minstrelsy, not only as a traditional form of storytelling entertainment with its roots in ancient history... Read More about Staging Queer Spirituality: New perspectives on self-identity through Minstrelsy as multiplastic archetypal persona-performance.

Development of Cybersecurity Framework for FinTech: Bahrain as a Case Study (2024)
Thesis
Albenjasim, S. (2024). Development of Cybersecurity Framework for FinTech: Bahrain as a Case Study. (Thesis). University of Salford

For decades, the Kingdom of Bahrain has embraced the changes brought by technology through
its commitment to further increase dynamism, creativity, and innovation. With the support of
its business-empowering regulations, Bahrain strives to establ... Read More about Development of Cybersecurity Framework for FinTech: Bahrain as a Case Study.

The invasion of the greater white toothed shrew, to Ireland, and its effects on the parasitic prevalence in the native pygmy shrew  (2024)
Thesis
Cooper, E. (2024). The invasion of the greater white toothed shrew, to Ireland, and its effects on the parasitic prevalence in the native pygmy shrew . (Thesis). University of Salford

The invasive greater white-toothed shrew (Crocidura russula) was first recorded in Ireland in
2007, where its range has since expanded at an alarming rate and caused the displacement
of the native pygmy shrew (Sorex minutus). As well as displacing... Read More about The invasion of the greater white toothed shrew, to Ireland, and its effects on the parasitic prevalence in the native pygmy shrew .

Beyond Ideological Warfare? A study of the Information Research Department (IRD) in South America 1948-77 (2024)
Thesis
Daly, D. (2024). Beyond Ideological Warfare? A study of the Information Research Department (IRD) in South America 1948-77. (Thesis). University of Salford

The creation of the Information Research Department (IRD) by the Foreign Office in January 1948 symbolised a new era of ideological warfare through the use of soft power to forward political and economic goals through the collection and dissemination... Read More about Beyond Ideological Warfare? A study of the Information Research Department (IRD) in South America 1948-77.

CORRIDORS - An Exploration of Muslim Female Identity and Representation Through Rap And Visual Album (2024)
Thesis
X, H. (2024). CORRIDORS - An Exploration of Muslim Female Identity and Representation Through Rap And Visual Album. (Thesis). University of Salford

In contemporary British media and culture, the representation of Muslim women is still narrow, stereotypical, one-dimensional, and crucially lacking in visibility. This thesis sits as the counterpart to the practice as research rap-visual album Corri... Read More about CORRIDORS - An Exploration of Muslim Female Identity and Representation Through Rap And Visual Album.

What does quality of care mean from a resident perspective thesis submission corrected? (2024)
Thesis
Brennan, J. (2024). What does quality of care mean from a resident perspective thesis submission corrected?. (Thesis). University of Salford

Purpose: Despite substantial regulatory oversight, quality of care within the care home sector remains problematic. The aim of the research is to improve quality of care for residents by asking those who live in care homes what quality of care means... Read More about What does quality of care mean from a resident perspective thesis submission corrected?.

Environmental Justice and Private Urban Gardens: A Critical Analysis of Practices in Salford, Greater Manchester (2024)
Thesis
Scaletta, K. (2024). Environmental Justice and Private Urban Gardens: A Critical Analysis of Practices in Salford, Greater Manchester. (Thesis). The University of Salford

While it is well accepted that the quality of a greenspace determines its ability to provide health and
wellbeing benefits, research and policy overlook the spaces which residents have their most direct
and frequent contact with nature – urban hous... Read More about Environmental Justice and Private Urban Gardens: A Critical Analysis of Practices in Salford, Greater Manchester.

Investigation of P53 and TTC5 function in lung cancer (2024)
Thesis
Menendez Creamer, D. P. (2024). Investigation of P53 and TTC5 function in lung cancer. (Thesis). University of Salford

Lung cancer represents 11.6% of the total cases with patients destined for a poor outcome due to late-stage detection, therefore it is important to find new approaches to detect and treat this disease. Current evidence suggests a role of p53 gene and... Read More about Investigation of P53 and TTC5 function in lung cancer.

Realizations Decisions and Actions: Toward a Framework of Dramatic Structure for Film Composers (2024)
Thesis
Bellware, A. (2024). Realizations Decisions and Actions: Toward a Framework of Dramatic Structure for Film Composers. (Thesis). The University of Salford

The goal of my research is to develop a theoretical and practical framework for film composers that helps to determine the moments in a film that should be underlined or “marked” with music during the spotting process. Spotting means defining music e... Read More about Realizations Decisions and Actions: Toward a Framework of Dramatic Structure for Film Composers.

Applying Internationalisation to Corporate Social Responsibility: A case study of Oil Companies in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria (2024)
Thesis
Jallo, F. (2024). Applying Internationalisation to Corporate Social Responsibility: A case study of Oil Companies in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria. (Thesis). The University of Salford

Background: Internationalisation is a strategy adopted by organisations in global expansion which involves moving an organisation’s operations, structure, and resources into an international market. With multinational oil corporations (MNOCs) operati... Read More about Applying Internationalisation to Corporate Social Responsibility: A case study of Oil Companies in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria.

Challenging Accounting Fraud and The Corporate Psychopath Accountant through Blockchain Technology (2024)
Thesis
Sheikh, F. (2024). Challenging Accounting Fraud and The Corporate Psychopath Accountant through Blockchain Technology. (Thesis). The University of Salford

This research focuses on understanding why Accounting Fraud (AF) persists despite advancements in internal controls, corporate governance, and audit standards. Existing literature mainly focuses on how AF is undertaken, the motivations for why it occ... Read More about Challenging Accounting Fraud and The Corporate Psychopath Accountant through Blockchain Technology.