All Outputs (64)

Coriander yield decline: potential management options (2019)
Thesis
Jones, A. L. Coriander yield decline: potential management options. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2086260

Crop yield decline is increasingly associated with the intensive practices of modern agriculture. It affects a wide range of crops, including Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.), the UK’s most economically important herb. The crop suffers from a partic... Read More about Coriander yield decline: potential management options.

Architecture of emergencies in the Middle East: Proposed shelter design criteria (2019)
Thesis
Alshawawreh, L. Architecture of emergencies in the Middle East: Proposed shelter design criteria. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2005914

The number of displaced individuals has been significantly increasing globally during the past decade, reaching over 68 million by end of 2017. The Syrian conflict in the Middle East has attracted more attention to refugee issues, specifically in rel... Read More about Architecture of emergencies in the Middle East: Proposed shelter design criteria.

Surface Functionality in Nanocellulose Processing and Composite Formulations (2019)
Thesis
Onyianta, A. Surface Functionality in Nanocellulose Processing and Composite Formulations. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2025207

Cellulose nanofibrils (CNF) are cellulose nanomaterials with desirable properties and offer great potentials to be applied in diverse fields. While various pre-treatments have been studied with the aim of reducing the intensity of mechanical fibrilla... Read More about Surface Functionality in Nanocellulose Processing and Composite Formulations.

Racking performance of platform timber frame walls (2019)
Thesis
Dhonju, R. L. Racking performance of platform timber frame walls. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2058930

Platform timber frame construction is considered an efficient building method for multistorey dwellings where timber walls and diaphragms provide the overall stability for the structure to resist lateral forces such as those generated by wind action.... Read More about Racking performance of platform timber frame walls.

Efficient Routing Primitives for Low-power and Lossy Networks in Internet of Things (2019)
Thesis
Ghaleb, B. Efficient Routing Primitives for Low-power and Lossy Networks in Internet of Things. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2070542

At the heart of the Internet of Things (IoTs) are the Low-power and Lossy networks (LLNs), a collection of interconnected battery-operated and resource-constrained tiny devices that enable the realization of a wide range of applications in multiple d... Read More about Efficient Routing Primitives for Low-power and Lossy Networks in Internet of Things.

The role of the human cathelicidin LL-37 in rhinovirus infection (2019)
Thesis
Henderson Sousa, F. The role of the human cathelicidin LL-37 in rhinovirus infection. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2070903

Human rhinoviruses (HRVs) are the most common causes for symptomatic respiratory infections, and have been linked to severe respiratory conditions in children, and in immunocompromised and elderly individuals. Currently there are no specific treatmen... Read More about The role of the human cathelicidin LL-37 in rhinovirus infection.

The Effects of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Drugs on the Autophagy Pathway (2019)
Thesis
Hooper, K. The Effects of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Drugs on the Autophagy Pathway. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2070992

Crohn’s disease (CD), one of the main forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), is a complex disorder characterised by chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The aetiology of CD involves genetics and environmental factors that trig... Read More about The Effects of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Drugs on the Autophagy Pathway.

Energy delivery of solar farms with reference to shading (2019)
Thesis
Jeffrey, M. Energy delivery of solar farms with reference to shading. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2086186

This study has been undertaken to research the impact of shading on a large scale solar PV site at 56° latitude north, this is the first site in the UK at this latitude, consisting of 2500 solar panels across a 5 acres. As solar altitude decreases ob... Read More about Energy delivery of solar farms with reference to shading.

A Cognitive IoE (Internet of Everything) Approach to Ambient-Intelligent Smart Space (2019)
Thesis
Singh Jamnal, G. A Cognitive IoE (Internet of Everything) Approach to Ambient-Intelligent Smart Space. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2090321

At present, the United Nations figures claim that the current world population would rise from 7.6 billion to 8.5 billion in 2030 and 9.7 billion in 2050. Therefore by the 2050, 65 percent of world’s population would be living in urban mega-cities an... Read More about A Cognitive IoE (Internet of Everything) Approach to Ambient-Intelligent Smart Space.

Topology optimization of elastoplastic structures (2019)
Thesis
Li, M. Topology optimization of elastoplastic structures. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2086333

Topology optimization technique has been used as an efficient tool that optimizes material layout within a given space to obtain the desired functional performance. So far, topology optimization has been mainly focused on linear problems and less att... Read More about Topology optimization of elastoplastic structures.

The role of exercise and age on vitamin D metabolism (2019)
Thesis
Lithgow, H. The role of exercise and age on vitamin D metabolism. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2086373

A low vitamin D status (determined by 25(OH)D concentration) has been identified as an association risk factor in the aetiology of numerous chronic diseases, with older adults identified as generally more deficient than younger populations. Accumulat... Read More about The role of exercise and age on vitamin D metabolism.

A Biomechanical Analysis of British Army Foot-Drill: Implications of Lower-Extremity Musculoskeletal Injury in Age-matched Civilian Men and Women (2019)
Thesis
Rawcliffe, A. J. A Biomechanical Analysis of British Army Foot-Drill: Implications of Lower-Extremity Musculoskeletal Injury in Age-matched Civilian Men and Women. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2090019

British Army foot-drill may be a risk factor for musculoskeletal (MSK) injury. However, limited empirical research exists quantifying lower-extremity risk factors of foot-drill in men and women. To better understand and provide greater insight into t... Read More about A Biomechanical Analysis of British Army Foot-Drill: Implications of Lower-Extremity Musculoskeletal Injury in Age-matched Civilian Men and Women.

Reputation management in a digital world: The role of online information in the building, management, and evaluation of personal reputations (2019)
Thesis
Ryan, F. V. C. Reputation management in a digital world: The role of online information in the building, management, and evaluation of personal reputations. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2090098

This work is concerned with the role of online information in the building, management, and evaluation of personal reputations. The main contributions of the research relate to: (1) the means by which people evaluate the personal reputations of other... Read More about Reputation management in a digital world: The role of online information in the building, management, and evaluation of personal reputations.

Embedded document security using sticky policies and identity based encryption (2019)
Thesis
Spyra, G. K. Embedded document security using sticky policies and identity based encryption. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2090564

Data sharing domains have expanded over several, both trusted and insecure environments. At the same time, the data security boundaries have shrunk from internal network perimeters down to a single identity and a piece of information. Since new EU GD... Read More about Embedded document security using sticky policies and identity based encryption.

The efficacy of a psychoeducational intervention for the stabilisation of complex interpersonal trauma symptomatology in female offenders (2019)
Thesis
Mahoney, A. The efficacy of a psychoeducational intervention for the stabilisation of complex interpersonal trauma symptomatology in female offenders. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2086402

Interpersonal trauma is endemic in female prisons. Implementing trauma informed interventions to assist the recovery of women in custody has long been advocated for. It has been argued that psychoeducation should constitute a critical first phase of... Read More about The efficacy of a psychoeducational intervention for the stabilisation of complex interpersonal trauma symptomatology in female offenders.

Childhood trauma and suicidal behaviour: Exploring psychological mediators (2019)
Thesis
Grandison, G. Childhood trauma and suicidal behaviour: Exploring psychological mediators. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2070615

Background:
Childhood trauma is an oft cited risk factor for suicidal behaviour, however, the reasons behind this relationship are not well understood. This project aimed to uncover psychological factors which may mediate the relationship between ch... Read More about Childhood trauma and suicidal behaviour: Exploring psychological mediators.

Exploring nursing students’ perspectives on preserving dignity in care: A mixed methods Q-methodology study (2019)
Thesis
Mullen, R. F. Exploring nursing students’ perspectives on preserving dignity in care: A mixed methods Q-methodology study. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2086422

Background
A complex and contested concept, dignity is recognised as a significant factor in a person’s experience of care. Variations in the provision of dignity in care are reported in the literature and in the media. Despite growing interest in t... Read More about Exploring nursing students’ perspectives on preserving dignity in care: A mixed methods Q-methodology study.

Shattered Expectations: The experience of care provider interaction from the perspectives of women with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Post Childbirth, and midwives. An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. (2019)
Thesis
Patterson, J. Shattered Expectations: The experience of care provider interaction from the perspectives of women with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Post Childbirth, and midwives. An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2086503

Background: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder-Post Childbirth (PTSD-PC) has important implications for mothers, children, families, and healthcare services. Interpersonal factors are the strongest predictor for the development of PTSD-PC, with the woman... Read More about Shattered Expectations: The experience of care provider interaction from the perspectives of women with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Post Childbirth, and midwives. An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis..

First year nursing students’ perceptions of stress and resilience during their initial clinical placement and the introduction of a stress management app: a mixed methods approach (2019)
Thesis
Porter, S. L. First year nursing students’ perceptions of stress and resilience during their initial clinical placement and the introduction of a stress management app: a mixed methods approach. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2086663

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the perceived levels of stress and resilience of first year nursing students prior to and during their first clinical placement as well as their experience of using a stress management app delivered by smart... Read More about First year nursing students’ perceptions of stress and resilience during their initial clinical placement and the introduction of a stress management app: a mixed methods approach.

Nineteenth-century girls and authorship: adolescent writing, appropriation, and their representation in literature, c. 1860-1900 (2019)
Thesis
Burke, L. M. Nineteenth-century girls and authorship: adolescent writing, appropriation, and their representation in literature, c. 1860-1900. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2058886

During the final decades of the nineteenth century girls’ culture flourished. As recent scholarship has shown, this culture pivoted on an engagement with fiction and particularly the periodical press. Magazines such as the Girl’s Own Paper and the Mo... Read More about Nineteenth-century girls and authorship: adolescent writing, appropriation, and their representation in literature, c. 1860-1900.