All Outputs (1003)

Player load monitoring and injury risk in elite Scottish Rugby Union (2022)
Thesis
Paul, C. I. Player load monitoring and injury risk in elite Scottish Rugby Union. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2957859

There is a limited amount of research in professional Rugby Union to minimise the high injury risk associated with the sport. Given that injuries are sustained when workload is performed, the monitoring of player loads, and how these loads may relate... Read More about Player load monitoring and injury risk in elite Scottish Rugby Union.

Enabling female student interaction in synchronous virtual classrooms in Saudi Higher Education (2022)
Thesis
Alamri, N. M. Enabling female student interaction in synchronous virtual classrooms in Saudi Higher Education. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2913119

A new approach to classroom technology is required to meet the challenges of 21st Century learning in Saudi Arabia. This study explores the effectiveness of classroom interactions from the perspective of students and instructors with a view to establ... Read More about Enabling female student interaction in synchronous virtual classrooms in Saudi Higher Education.

Responses of aquatic invertebrates to anthropogenic sound across different life history stages (2022)
Thesis
Bolger, E. L. Responses of aquatic invertebrates to anthropogenic sound across different life history stages. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2948114

Underwater soundscapes have grown considerably louder over the previous century due to increases in anthropogenic noise, with increasing evidence that manmade sound can negatively impact aquatic fauna. Despite their vital ecological roles, and incre... Read More about Responses of aquatic invertebrates to anthropogenic sound across different life history stages.

A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart air-conditioning (2022)
Thesis
Oye, T. T. A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart air-conditioning. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952349

Air-conditioning as a technical solution to protect inhabitants from excessive heat exposure creates the challenge of expanding global warming and climate change. While air-conditioning has mostly been applied as an improvement to living conditions,... Read More about A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart air-conditioning.

The use of Uberpool and its Relationship with Public Transport -A London case study (2022)
Thesis
Mohamed, M. J. H. The use of Uberpool and its Relationship with Public Transport -A London case study. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952214

The growth of novel forms of shared and non-shared ridesourcing services such as Uberpool and UberX, are nowadays a common feature of transport options in many cities globally (i.e., London). The rapid growth of these new services is creating challen... Read More about The use of Uberpool and its Relationship with Public Transport -A London case study.

Digitally performing Wester Hailes: A framework for creative placemaking (2022)
Thesis
Grandison, T. Digitally performing Wester Hailes: A framework for creative placemaking. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2948137

This PhD investigates how creative placemaking can be facilitated by digital media tools. Since its establishment as a discipline in 2010, there is a need for new practical methods and frameworks to ensure the success of creative placemaking in pract... Read More about Digitally performing Wester Hailes: A framework for creative placemaking.

Obstacles and opportunities in implementing large-scale agile project management: Re-positioning activity theory as an analytical tool (2022)
Thesis
Chita, P. S. Obstacles and opportunities in implementing large-scale agile project management: Re-positioning activity theory as an analytical tool. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2913134

A key challenge facing organisations adopting large-scale Agile delivery methods is that of quickly and effectively learning new ways of working. This thesis posits that fundamental historical, cultural and behavioural aspects will affect the transit... Read More about Obstacles and opportunities in implementing large-scale agile project management: Re-positioning activity theory as an analytical tool.

From algorithm selection to generation using deep learning (2022)
Thesis
Alissa, M. From algorithm selection to generation using deep learning. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952201

Algorithm selection and generation techniques are two methods that can be used to exploit the performance complementarity of different algorithms when applied to large diverse sets of combinatorial problem instances. As there is no single algorithm t... Read More about From algorithm selection to generation using deep learning.

Assessment of trophic polymorphism in the Himalayan fish Tor putitora (2022)
Thesis
Martin, I. Assessment of trophic polymorphism in the Himalayan fish Tor putitora. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2950796

An investigation into intra-specific morphological variation in Tor putitora fish from the Mahakali River in western Nepal was carried out. Three main hypotheses were tested: i) two distinct variants, one with thin lips and a forward-facing mouth (Ty... Read More about Assessment of trophic polymorphism in the Himalayan fish Tor putitora.

Experimental study on the torsional mechanics of laminated structural glass beams (2022)
Thesis
Uheida, K. Experimental study on the torsional mechanics of laminated structural glass beams. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2967284

This thesis presents an experimental study on the torsional-mechanical behaviours of laminated structural glass beams. Glass structures are in increasing demand due to many favourable characteristics such as high compressive strength, flexibility, ae... Read More about Experimental study on the torsional mechanics of laminated structural glass beams.

A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart water-energy bathroom unit (2022)
Thesis
Oye, T. K. A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart water-energy bathroom unit. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952381

One of the major issues facing the world in the 21st century is climate change. However, sustainability has become a crucial concept to combat extreme consumption and utilization of environmental resources leading to climate change. The bathroom has... Read More about A feasibility study for the development of sustainable theoretical framework for smart water-energy bathroom unit.

Assessing and addressing unmet needs in people affected by brain tumours (2022)
Thesis
Afseth, J. D. Assessing and addressing unmet needs in people affected by brain tumours. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2947897

Introduction
Guidelines recommend that brain tumour patients have their unmet needs assessed by a Holistic Needs Assessment (HNA), followed by appropriate support and care to maximise self-management. The aim of this study was to determine the role... Read More about Assessing and addressing unmet needs in people affected by brain tumours.

Development of a theory- and evidence-informed behaviour change intervention to promote appropriate antibiotic use in acute hospitals (2022)
Thesis
Wojcik, G. Development of a theory- and evidence-informed behaviour change intervention to promote appropriate antibiotic use in acute hospitals. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2968166

Background: Antimicrobial resistance poses a serious threat to global public health. Behaviours such as inappropriate antibiotic use in hospitals have contributed to this problem, and evidence-based interventions are urgently needed to improve prescr... Read More about Development of a theory- and evidence-informed behaviour change intervention to promote appropriate antibiotic use in acute hospitals.

Synthesis and fluorescence properties of a novel legumain substrate probe (2022)
Thesis
Ravula, D. Synthesis and fluorescence properties of a novel legumain substrate probe. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2957864

Despite great advancement in the diagnosis and treatment of many cancers, mortality rates remain high and the incidence of some forms of cancer is increasing.

Early diagnosis is recognised as an important factor to increase survival but there is... Read More about Synthesis and fluorescence properties of a novel legumain substrate probe.

Lighting design principles for placemaking in historic sites (2022)
Thesis
Aslani, S. Z. Lighting design principles for placemaking in historic sites. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2968224

This thesis identifies the various interrelated areas needed in the research and preparation of lighting design schemes for historic sites as facilitators for placemaking processes. In doing so, it firstly focuses upon placemaking as an influential p... Read More about Lighting design principles for placemaking in historic sites.

Exploring factors that may optimise learning from and working within continuity models of midwifery care (2022)
Thesis
Moncrieff, G. Exploring factors that may optimise learning from and working within continuity models of midwifery care. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2952223

Background
Maternity policy and guidelines increasingly recommend or stipulate the increased provision of midwifery continuity of carer as a priority model of care. The scale up and sustainability of this model will require that student midwives ar... Read More about Exploring factors that may optimise learning from and working within continuity models of midwifery care.

"It's not our grief to have..?" The lived experiences of professional grief that palliative care nurses experience whilst delivering end of life care in acute hospital settings (2022)
Thesis
Finnan, G. "It's not our grief to have..?" The lived experiences of professional grief that palliative care nurses experience whilst delivering end of life care in acute hospital settings. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2913139

Background
The population in Scotland is ageing with a projected increase of 75% in the over 75’s by 2031. Currently over 55,000 people die in Scotland each year. This figure however is increasing and over half a million people will receive end of... Read More about "It's not our grief to have..?" The lived experiences of professional grief that palliative care nurses experience whilst delivering end of life care in acute hospital settings.

Exercise protection of vascular endothelial cells against breast cancer chemotherapy toxicity: Evidence from in vitro serological studies (2022)
Thesis
Mclaughlin, M. Exercise protection of vascular endothelial cells against breast cancer chemotherapy toxicity: Evidence from in vitro serological studies. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2951034

5-fluorouracil, epirubicin, cyclophosphamide, and docetaxel is an effective chemotherapy regimen for early-stage breast cancer (BC). However, these drugs associate with a 5% incidence of heart failure (HF). To attenuate the cardiovascular toxicity of... Read More about Exercise protection of vascular endothelial cells against breast cancer chemotherapy toxicity: Evidence from in vitro serological studies.

The influence of perceived levels of physical activity on engagement with cardiac rehabilitation after acute coronary syndrome (2022)
Thesis
McHale, S. The influence of perceived levels of physical activity on engagement with cardiac rehabilitation after acute coronary syndrome. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2950812

Background: Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is an effective therapy to reduce the risk of hospital readmission after an acute coronary syndrome (ACS) diagnosis. Despite this, half of eligible individuals do not engage. The reasons for this are complex an... Read More about The influence of perceived levels of physical activity on engagement with cardiac rehabilitation after acute coronary syndrome.

Musical reading of free-verse poetry: The compositional approach in Songs after Love (2022)
Thesis
Koufoudakis, I. Musical reading of free-verse poetry: The compositional approach in Songs after Love. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2948413

This thesis consists of the first part of my song cycle Songs after Love: a group of four songs for soprano and ensemble, plus an epilogue piece for solo violin. In these songs, I have explored different pieces of poetry, coming from the following 20... Read More about Musical reading of free-verse poetry: The compositional approach in Songs after Love.