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Real-Time Accuracy and Effectiveness of Computer Vision and Machine Learning in Vehicle Intent Prediction at T-Junctions
(2024-06-18)This thesis introduces a systematic approach to devising and evaluating advanced methods for predicting vehicle intent at unsignalised UK T-junctions. The primary focus of this thesis revolves around exploring the application ... -
Computational Neuroscience Methods: Investigating the Relationship between Resting-State EEG Microstate Syntax and fMRI BOLD Signal
(2024-05-20)Simultaneous recording of Electroencephalography (EEG) and functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) has been used consistently in the past as a means of understanding EEG microstate function. EEG microstates are ... -
New Understanding of Galaxies, Quasars and Extra-galactic Shock Features using Optical Spectroscopy and Low-frequency Radio Observations
(2024-06-10)The study of Galaxy Formation & Evolution serves as a cornerstone in our quest to unravel the mysteries of the Universe. Galaxies are not only its building blocks, but also the key to understanding its vast complexities. ... -
A Solution for Securing the Information Environment Inspired by Living Organisms and Biology
(2024-07-17)Cyber-attacks have become increasingly frequent and severe in recent years, posing a significant threat to both economic and safety domains. In order to mitigate these threats, it is crucial to have a thorough understanding ... -
Local Government Financialisation: a Mixed-Methods and Interdisciplinary Approach
(2024-07-09)This thesis makes a series of conceptual and empirical contributions to our understanding of local government financialisation in Europe, focusing on its nature, drivers, and implications. Adopting an interdisciplinary ... -
A Network Security Solution to Manage and Increase Effectiveness of Servers
(2024-06-24)In today's digital landscape, the proliferation of cyber threats, particularly Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks, underscores the critical need for advanced server monitoring systems. Traditional monitoring tools, while ... -
The Development and Validation of the HPLC Method for Determination of Artesunate and Amodiaquine in Novel Antimalarial Formulations
(2024-07-03)ASAQ combination drug used in treating malaria is bitter in taste, resulting in poor adherence and difficulty in swallowing by children. To mitigate this issue, taste masking is achieved by coating the drug with polymers ... -
A First Principles Model-Based Study of Fuel Cell Gas Turbine Hybrid Power Sources for Transport Applications
(2024-07-09)There are multiple types of power sources that can contribute to decarbonising transport including the adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), hybrid FC-battery systems, hybrid ... -
Is Libertarian Free Will an Inescapably Incoherent Concept?
(2024-05-28)In this thesis I examine whether libertarian theories of freedom and responsibility should be considered to be inescapably incoherent. Despite arguably having an intuitive appeal, the libertarian approach – with its ... -
Investigating the Role of Bromodomain and Extraterminal (BET) Family Proteins in Human T Cell Function
(2024-01-10)The human immune system consists of a myriad cells of both innate and adaptive origin that work in exquisite balance to initiate, propagate and resolve inflammatory responses to both internal and external stimuli. The ... -
Using a framework for collaborative teacher educator learning to develop the initial teacher education curriculum
(British Educational Research Association, 2024-08-28)School-based and university-based teacher educators within partnerships have the potential to transform the practice of initial teacher education (ITE) through learning together. Using the working model of Perry et al. ... -
The Experience of the Welfare System for Autistic Benefit Applicants
(2024-06-26)Aims: The impact of Welfare Reform in the UK has been clearly described through recent literature. Much of this research has focused on the experiences of benefit claimants with physical and/or mental health conditions. ... -
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Antimicrobial Stewardship in Acute-Care Settings and the Pharmacist Role
(2024-06-24)Introduction: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major global health issue, causing 1.2 million deaths yearly and increasing by 15% during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the UK, bloodstream infection (BSIs) cases rose by ... -
Upcycling Mineral Wastes: their Characterisation and Activation for use in Sustainable Cementitious Binders
(2024-06-20)The widespread use and production of Portland cement, amounting to 4.1 billion tonnes annually, poses challenges in acquiring quality raw materials. The emissions of carbon dioxide, particulate matter, nitrous oxides, and ... -
The Use of Socially Assistive Robots with Autistic Children
(2024-06-06)The use of socially assistive robots (SARs) appears to facilitate learning, social and communication, and collaborative play in autistic children, though rigorous research to drive translation into everyday practice is ... -
SPSS output for all analyses supporting the peer reviewed paper ‘Moving an exercise referral scheme to remote delivery during the Covid-19 pandemic: an observational study examining the impact on uptake, adherence, and costs’ (PHIRST NERS project)
(2024-07-25)This dataset supersedes the previously published version at https://doi.org/10.18745/ds.26088. This is the output from SPSS (statistical analysis software) which was used to analyse the dataset. The original dataset is ... -
Numerical investigation of laser powder bed fusion of glass
(2024-07-02)Additive manufacturing of glass using laser powder bed fusion has been recently developed, demonstrating its potential to be applied in small scale applications such as flow reactors for the chemical engineering and ... -
Mechanical, Vibration Damping and Acoustics characteristics of Hybrid Aloe vera /Jute/polyester composites
(2024-07-01)The development of biodegradable hybrid fibre composites is gaining pace in the automotive and construction industries due to their lightweight structural applications, which offer considerable benefits for the environment. ... -
Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry of Quantitative Resistance against Pyrenopeziza brassicae in Brassica napus
(2023-06-14)The aim of this project was to better understand the molecular genetics and the biochemical components involved in quantitative resistance against Pyrenopeziza brassicae in Brassica napus. In addition, pathogenicity ...