Browsing Doctoral Theses by Title
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The Demography of the Greenland White-fronted Goose
(University of ExeterBiosciences, 2014-10-08)New analytical and technological tools have the potential to yield unprecedented insights into the life histories of migratory species. I used Bayesian population models and Global Positioning System-acceleration tracking ... -
Density Functional Theory Modelling of Intrinsic and Dopant-Related Defects in Ge and Si
(University of ExeterSchool of Physics, 2008-08-28)This thesis covers the application of the local density approximation of density functional theory to a variety of related processes in germanium and silicon. Effort has been made to use calculated results to explain ... -
Descents on curves of Genus 1
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The Design and Multi-Method Evaluation of a Pilot Pragmatic Randomised Controlled Trial of an Exercise Assisted Reduction of Smoking Intervention among Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Smokers
(University of ExeterSport and Health Sciences, 2014-10-23)Background: Smoking contributes to health inequalities and there is a need to focus interventions on the disadvantaged. Abrupt quitting is widely advocated, but assisted ‘reduction’ may be an option for those not ready to ... -
Designing a Continuing Professional Development Programme for Enhancing the Teaching Skills of Teachers of the Arabic Language
(University of ExeterGraduate School of Education, 2015-04-21)The literature shows that there are limitations in continuing professional development (CPD) programmes that prevent teachers of the Arabic language (TALs) at elementary schools in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) from ... -
The Destiny and Representations of Facially Disfigured Soldiers during the First World War and the Interwar Period in France, Germany and Great Britain
(University of ExeterModern Languages, 2013-09-26)The frequency and seriousness of facial injuries during the First World War account for the presence of disfigured men in significant numbers in European interwar society. Physical reconstruction, psychological and social ... -
Detecting and Identifying Collective Phenomena within Movement Data
(University of ExeterComputer Science, 2011-05-13)Collective phenomena are ubiquitous in our every day lives; each day we are likely to observe or take part in a collective. Examples include a traffic jam on the way to work, a flock of birds in the sky or a queue in the ... -
Detection of Barrett's Neoplasia with Vibrational Spectroscopy
(University of ExeterMedicine, 2015-11-13)Early detection of Barrett’s oesophagus and associated neoplasia is key to preventing progression to oesophageal adenocarcinoma. Improving surveillance and introducing population screening for Barrett’s are major goals of ... -
Determinants and Influences of Paternal Responsiveness in Infancy
(University of ExeterClinical Psychology, 2013-05-07)Fathers in two-parent families are becoming increasingly involved in infant care, highlighting the need to understand the determinants and influence of father-infant interactions. Paternal responsiveness is a core component ... -
Determination of an Ultimate Pit Limit Utilising Fractal Modelling to Optimise NPV
(University of ExeterCamborne School of Mines, 2014-11-19)The speed and complexity of globalisation and reduction of natural resources on the one hand, and interests of large multinational corporations on the other, necessitates proper management of mineral resources and consumption. ... -
Determining the effects of peatland restoration on carbon dioxide exchange and potential for climate change mitigation
(University of ExeterGeography, 2015-03-31)Over the last millennium peatlands have accumulated significant carbon stores. Drainage for agricultural use has been widespread and has altered the functioning of these mires: shifting them towards carbon release. Recently, ... -
Determining Traditional Skin Processing Technologies: The macroscopic and microscopic characteristics of experimental samples, prehistoric archaeological finds and ethnographic objects.
(University of ExeterArchaeology, 2015-06-09)The importance of skin processing technologies, in the history and dispersal of humankind around the planet cannot be overstated. This area of material culture is often underrepresented as a research topic, and has been ... -
Developing a Longitudinal Profile of the Consequences of the Profoundly-affected Arm after Stroke: A Feasibility Study
(University of ExeterCollege of Life and Environmental Sciences, 2013-06-13)Stroke is the principal cause of long-term disability. Hemiplegia affects up to 80% of people with stroke and a significant number will not recover use of the affected arm. People with profoundly-affected arm may experience ... -
Developing a Methodology for Monitoring Personal Exposure to Particulate Matter in a Variety of Microenvironments
(University of ExeterGeography, 2014-01-23)Adverse health effects from exposure to air pollution, although at present only partly understood, are a global challenge and of widespread concern. Quantifying human exposure to air pollutants is challenging, as ambient ... -
Developing a System Resilience Approach to the Improvement of Patient Safety in NHS Hospitals
(University of ExeterManagement, 2011-04-05)The objective of this thesis is to explore how a systems approach can be used to provide an insight into patient safety in NHS hospitals in England. Healthcare delivers considerable benefits yet there remains a relatively ... -
Developing and Evaluating a Psychological Intervention for use in Palliative Care
(University of ExeterCollege of Life and Environmental Sciences, 2011-05-27)As a GWR research project joint funded by Hospiscare, the main objective of this research was to examine the nature of psychological distress in palliative care, with the specific purpose of developing and evaluating ... -
Developing and Testing a Novel Neuroscience Hypothesis of Anorexia Nervosa
(University of ExeterPsychology, 2013-09-30)Eating disorders are difficult to treat: there is still no NICE-approved first-line treatment for anorexia nervosa. In part this could be due to a lack of a compelling theoretical model to account for the development and ... -
Developing Dramatic Facilitation Practice across Formal and Informal Pedagogic Contexts
(University of ExeterDepartment of Drama, 2012-12-19)This thesis examines how drama facilitators adapt and assess their praxis so that it can be applied effectively in different learning contexts. This research analyses the good praxis of established facilitators with ... -
Developing Entrepreneurship Policy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
(University of ExeterManagement Studies, 2016-03-01)Entrepreneurship policy (EP) evolved out of an existing framework of Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) policy development. Whilst there is clarity about the need for EP, there is less clarity about how it works, and what ... -
Developing inclusion in England for children with special educational needs: identifying and exploring the Local Authority contribution
(University of ExeterGraduate School of Education, 2010-01-04)This thesis examines the contribution of local authorities in England to the development of educational inclusion for children with special educational needs (SEN). The literature review traces the development of the concept ...