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Pattern computation in neural communication systems (2005)
Journal Article
Andras, P. (2005). Pattern computation in neural communication systems. Biological Cybernetics, 92, 452-460. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00422-005-0572-0

Biological data suggests that activity patterns emerging in small- and large-scale neural systems may play an important role in performing the functions of the neural system, and in particular, neural computations. It is proposed in this paper that n... Read More about Pattern computation in neural communication systems.

Employment inequalities in an economic downturn – report for the Equality Commission Northern Ireland. (2005)
Report
McQuaid, R. W., Hollywood, E., & Canduela, J. (2005). Employment inequalities in an economic downturn – report for the Equality Commission Northern Ireland. Ireland: Equality Commission Northern Ireland

The overall aim of this research was to: update understanding of the effect of the economic downturn on the employment status and prospects of relevant groups across the nine equality grounds in Northern Ireland (NI).

Influence of electrode on electrical conduction of ZincPhthalocyanine (ZnPc) thin films (2005)
Journal Article
Sathyamoorthy, R., Senthilarasu, S., Lalitha, S., & Subbarayan, A. (2006). Influence of electrode on electrical conduction of ZincPhthalocyanine (ZnPc) thin films. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 90(6), 770-782. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solmat.2005.04.014

The electrical conduction properties of ZincPhthalocyanine (ZnPc) thin films have been studied using copper, silver and aluminium electrodes. The sandwich structures were prepared by the thermal evaporation method. The I–V characteristics were invest... Read More about Influence of electrode on electrical conduction of ZincPhthalocyanine (ZnPc) thin films.

Structural properties of CdTe thin films on different substrates (2005)
Journal Article
Chandramohan, S., Sathyamoorthy, R., Lalitha, S., & Senthilarasu, S. (2006). Structural properties of CdTe thin films on different substrates. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 90(6), 686-693. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solmat.2005.04.005

Cadmium telluride (CdTe) thin films were grown by thermal evaporation method on glass and thin metallic foils such as stainless steel (SS) and molybdenum (Mo). The as-deposited film structure was studied by X-ray diffractometer. Films coated on glass... Read More about Structural properties of CdTe thin films on different substrates.

Influence of CdCl2 treatment on structural and optical properties of vacuum evaporated CdTe thin films (2005)
Journal Article
Lalitha, S., Sathyamoorthy, R., Senthilarasu, S., & Subbarayan, A. (2006). Influence of CdCl2 treatment on structural and optical properties of vacuum evaporated CdTe thin films. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, 90(6), 694-703. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solmat.2005.04.006

In this article we have discussed the structural, optical properties of vacuum evaporated CdTe thin films before and after CdCl2 treatment. The CdTe thin films were prepared by vacuum evaporation. Films were prepared under the vacuum of 10−6 Torr. Th... Read More about Influence of CdCl2 treatment on structural and optical properties of vacuum evaporated CdTe thin films.

Robust chattering-free (higher order) sliding mode control for a vector-controlled induction machine (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Goh, K., Dunnigan, M., & Williams, B. (2004, July). Robust chattering-free (higher order) sliding mode control for a vector-controlled induction machine. Presented at IEEE 5th Asian Control Conference 2004, Melbourne, Australia

The chattering behaviour that is inherent in standard sliding mode control is often an obstacle for practical application if neglected. In this paper, special attention is given to a particular chattering-free control method: 2-sliding “super twistin... Read More about Robust chattering-free (higher order) sliding mode control for a vector-controlled induction machine.

A value engineering analysis of timber windows (2005)
Journal Article
Asif, M., Muneer, T., & Kubie, J. (2005). A value engineering analysis of timber windows. Building services engineering research & technology : BSER & T, 26(2), 145-155. https://doi.org/10.1191/0143624405bt122oa

Cost effectiveness of products and services has become very important in today’s highly competitive market. The customer needs a product that accomplishes its required functions with economy. Value engineering is a very interesting management techniq... Read More about A value engineering analysis of timber windows.

An advisory system for the treatment of kidney stones. (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Hardy, J., & Armitage, A. (2005, May). An advisory system for the treatment of kidney stones. Paper presented at Natural Computing Applications Forum

Kidney stones can be treated by a number of methods, some more invasive than others. Increasingly, Shock Wave Lithotripsy (a non-invasive technique) is used in preference to surgery. However, the kidney stones can recur. This study was done in conjun... Read More about An advisory system for the treatment of kidney stones..

Fully overlapping nailed joints with steel gussets in timber structures. (2005)
Journal Article
Porteous, A., & Kermani, A. (2005). Fully overlapping nailed joints with steel gussets in timber structures. Journal of Structural Engineering, 131(5), 806-815. https://doi.org/10.1061/%28asce%290733-9445%282005%29131%3A5%28806%29

This paper presents an experimental investigation into the translational behavior of timber joints formed with steel gusset plates and connected by fully overlapping nails. Over 1,200 joints have been tested and their load – displacement characterist... Read More about Fully overlapping nailed joints with steel gussets in timber structures..

A time-varying risk premium in the term structure of bulk shipping freight rates. (2005)
Journal Article
Adland, R., & Cullinane, K. (2005). A time-varying risk premium in the term structure of bulk shipping freight rates. Journal of Transport, Economics and Policy, 39, 191-208

This paper presents a simple argument, based on logic and maritime economic theory alone, for rejecting the applicability of the expectations theory in bulk shipping freight markets. It is shown that the risk premium must be time varying and must, in... Read More about A time-varying risk premium in the term structure of bulk shipping freight rates..

Interaction of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate with Methacrylate−PEG Comb Copolymers (2005)
Journal Article
Williams, P. A., Middleton, H., English, R. J., & Broze, G. (2005). Interaction of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate with Methacrylate−PEG Comb Copolymers. Langmuir, 21(11), 5174-5178. https://doi.org/10.1021/la040133o

A series of sodium methacrylate and poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) comb copolymers (MAA/PEG) with approximate PEG chain lengths of 7, 11, and 22 ethylene oxide units were synthesized by free radical polymerization. Their weight-average molecular mass w... Read More about Interaction of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate with Methacrylate−PEG Comb Copolymers.

Achieving seamless component composition through scenario-based deep adaptation and generation (2005)
Journal Article
Liu, X., Wang, B. H. (., & Kerridge, J. (2005). Achieving seamless component composition through scenario-based deep adaptation and generation. Science of Computer Programming, 56(1-2), 157-170. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scico.2004.11.010

Mismatches between pre-qualified existing components and the particular reuse context in applications have been a major factor hindering component reusability and successful composition. Although component adaptation has acted as a key solution of el... Read More about Achieving seamless component composition through scenario-based deep adaptation and generation.

The importance of training in operationalising HR policy (2005)
Journal Article
McCracken, M., Bond, S., & McCracken, M. G. (2005). The importance of training in operationalising HR policy. Journal of European industrial training, 29(3), 246-260. https://doi.org/10.1108/03090590510591111

To understand how line managers make decisions about employee requests for time off at short notice and to consider the consequences for management training. Design/methodology/approach- Based on evidence from case studies carried out in four financi... Read More about The importance of training in operationalising HR policy.

'McJobs', 'good jobs' and skills: job-seekers' attitudes to low-skilled service work (2005)
Journal Article
Lindsay, C. (2005). 'McJobs', 'good jobs' and skills: job-seekers' attitudes to low-skilled service work. Human Resource Management Journal, 15(2), 50-65. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1748-8583.2005.tb00146.x

This article focuses on unemployed job-seekers' attitudes towards entry-level jobs in three areas of the service sector – retail, hospitality and call-centre work. The article examines whether job-seekers are reluctant to pursue these opportunities,... Read More about 'McJobs', 'good jobs' and skills: job-seekers' attitudes to low-skilled service work.

Metric Evaluation of Embedded Java-Based Proxies on Handheld Devices in Cluster-Based Ad Hoc Routing (2005)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Migas, N., & Buchanan, W. J. (2005, April). Metric Evaluation of Embedded Java-Based Proxies on Handheld Devices in Cluster-Based Ad Hoc Routing. Presented at 12th IEEE International Conference and Workshops on the Engineering of Computer-Based Systems (ECBS'05), Greenbelt, MD, USA

Ad-hoc wireless networks, which use ad-hoc routing methods may prove a good solution in certain applications, especially where networks have to be constructed where there is no possibly of creating a network backbone, and in emergency situations. The... Read More about Metric Evaluation of Embedded Java-Based Proxies on Handheld Devices in Cluster-Based Ad Hoc Routing.

Learning from patterns during information technology configuration. (2005)
Journal Article
Horton, K., & Dewar, R. G. (2005). Learning from patterns during information technology configuration. Journal of Organizational and End User Computing, 17, 26-42. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-59140-926-7.ch012

This paper asks how people can be assisted in learning from practice, as a basis for informing future action, when configuring information technology (IT) in organizations. It discusses the use of Alexanderian Patterns as a means of aiding such learn... Read More about Learning from patterns during information technology configuration..

Response to risk: experts and end-user perspectives on email security, and the role of the business information professional in policy development (2005)
Journal Article
Kelleher, Z., & Hall, H. (2005). Response to risk: experts and end-user perspectives on email security, and the role of the business information professional in policy development. Business Information Review, 22(1), 46-52. https://doi.org/10.1177/0266382105052266

This article considers the main sources of e-mail security risk, and means of addressing it with particular reference to the creation and deployment of e-mail security policies at a time when lapses in e-mail security have demanded attention in the m... Read More about Response to risk: experts and end-user perspectives on email security, and the role of the business information professional in policy development.