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Development and Analysis of a Predictive Control Algorithm for Embedding in a Microprocessor Controller
(IBPSA England, 2016-09-12)The aim of this paper is to develop a predictive control algorithm and compare it with thermostat based control. The approach is based on modelling thermostat based control in EnergyPlus, and creating a predictive model ... -
Development and application of a portable volatile organic compound analyser
(University of Hertfordshire, 2003)The subject of this PhD is the development and testing of a portable membrane inlet mass spectrometer (MIMS), for the in-situ measurement of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in air. There are several types of VOC monitor ... -
The Development and Application of Computer-Adaptive Testing in a Higher Education Environment
(2007-12-07)The research reported in this thesis investigated issues relating to the use of computer-assisted assessment in Higher Education through the design, implementation and evaluation of a computer-adaptive test (CAT) for the ... -
Development and Application of Molecular Methods for the Study of Polymyxa betae
(American Society of Sugar Beet Technologists, 1996)A simple method for cloning Polymyxa betae DNA from infected sugar-beet roots has been developed and used to isolate a multi-copy genomic DNA fragment, pPbKES-1, located on at least four different P. betae chromosomes. ... -
The development and application of multimedia in learning: a survey of literature
(University of Hertfordshire, 1997)Multimedia applications used in education and training are a relatively recent phenomenon. The development and use of multimedia has been influences by many social and economic factors related to the enormous growth of ... -
Development and characterisation of a Y2Ti2O7-based glass-ceramic as a potential oxidation protective coating for titanium suboxide (TiOx)
(2021-07-15)A silica-based glass-ceramic, with Y2Ti2O7 as the major crystalline phase, is designed, characterised and tested as an oxidation-protective coating for a titanium suboxide (TiOx) thermoelectric material at temperatures of ... -
Development and Characterisation of Novel Biocomposites Fabricated Using Natural Fibres and Rapid Prototyping Technology
(2021-05-17)This research project was motivated by the current development in the field of biocomposites and aims to explore various materials and techniques in the production of environmentally friendly composites. Initially, this ... -
Development and control of light leaf spot (Pyrenopeziza brassicae) epidemics in winter oilseed rape in the UK
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Development and design of objective structured clinical examinations (OSCE) in undergraduate pharmacy education in a new School of Pharmacy in England.
(2011-07-01)UK pharmacy practice is driven by competency-based healthcare practice and the expanding clinical roles of pharmacy practitioners. Setting up a new School of Pharmacy offers the opportunity to design a program appropriate ... -
The development and evaluation of a software prototype for computer adaptive testing
(2004)This paper presents ongoing research at the University of Hertfordshire on the use of computer-adaptive tests (CATs) in Higher Education. A software prototype based on Item Response Theory has been developed and is described ... -
Development and Evaluation of ADME Models Using Proprietary and Opensource Data
(2018-02-05)Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism and Elimination (ADME) properties are important factors in the drug discovery pipeline. Literature ADME data are often collected in large chemical databases like ChEMBL, which might be ... -
Development and evaluation of an LGBT+ education programme for palliative care interdisciplinary teams
(2021-10-22)Background: Despite national policy recommendations to enhance healthcare access for LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and those who do not identify as cisgender heterosexual) people, education on LGBT+ issues ... -
The Development and Implementation Processes of a Travel Plan Within the Context of a Large Organisation: Using an Embedded Case Study Approach
(2013-04-08)Transport Policy in the United Kingdom from the 1950s to the early 1990s has been focused on increasing car use at the expense of investment in public transport services and infrastructure. This has culminated in a poorly ... -
Development and performance evaluation of a natural draft mixed-type solar dryer for agricultural products
(2018-11-11)Reduced moisture content enhances storage properties of agricultural products and reduces post-harvest losses. Effective drying can be achieved using solar dryers in regions with abundant solar radiation. In this study, a ... -
Development and Psychometric Evaluation of the Ostomy Adjustment Inventory-23
(2009)This article describes the development of the Ostomy Adjustment Inventory-23 (OAI-23), a self-report, multidimensional scale designed to assess psychosocial adjustment in patients with ostomy. -
Development and standardization of a new handwriting speed test : The Detailed Assessment of Speed of Handwriting
(British Psychological Society (BPS), 2009-05)Background. Handwriting remains an important skill throughout a student's school career and beyond. Only when the basic elements of this skill can be performed 'automatically' and quickly, can sufficient processing capacity ... -
The development and testing of a video system for online authentication of assessment
(2007)Having an online assessment system that is secure,--effective and efficient is a major problem for distance learning providers. At the University of Hertfordshire in the UK, the Criminal Justice Team (within the Social, ... -
Development and uptake of a scheme for predicting risk of severe light leaf spot on oilseed rape
(2006-12)To reduce reliance on fungicides for disease control on oilseed rape, Decision Support Systems (DSS) are being developed to guide fungicide applications as part of an integrated pest and disease management strategy. This ...