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The impact of career guidance on well-being outcomes (2013)
Thesis
Robertson, P. J. The impact of career guidance on well-being outcomes. (Thesis). Edinburgh Napier University. Retrieved from http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/id/eprint/6133

The thesis explores the interrelationship between career guidance, mental health, and well-being: an area neglected by the career guidance community in the UK. This topic is explored against a background of growing interest in the connections between... Read More about The impact of career guidance on well-being outcomes.

Digital gardens with real toads in them: the place of heritage media in a digital art and design education. (2013)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Macdonald, I. (2013). Digital gardens with real toads in them: the place of heritage media in a digital art and design education. In Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference for Design Education Researchers (577-589)

At a time when digital media is regarded as orthodoxy in education, in advanced global economies there is a pressing argument to review the lessons of the past and reflect on whether they are still applicable. This paper will enquire into today’s iss... Read More about Digital gardens with real toads in them: the place of heritage media in a digital art and design education..

Employee Participation in Workplace Environmental Sustainability (2013)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Bratton, A. (2013, April). Employee Participation in Workplace Environmental Sustainability. Paper presented at First Annual Sustainable Business Conference Mini-Conference, University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

Effect of organoclay on non-linear rheological properties of poly(lactic acid)/poly(caprolactone) blends (2013)
Journal Article
Salehiyan, R., & Hyun, K. (2013). Effect of organoclay on non-linear rheological properties of poly(lactic acid)/poly(caprolactone) blends. Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, 30(5), 1013-1022. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11814-013-0035-6

The nonlinear viscoelastic properties of PLA/PCL blends with and without clay (montmorillonite, MMT) under large amplitude oscillatory shear (LAOS) flow were investigated. The G′ and G″ as a function of strain amplitude, Lissajous plots and FT-rheolo... Read More about Effect of organoclay on non-linear rheological properties of poly(lactic acid)/poly(caprolactone) blends.

Extending working lives: age management in SMEs. (2013)
Journal Article
Fuertes, V., Egdell, V., & McQuaid, R. W. (2013). Extending working lives: age management in SMEs. Employee Relations, 35, 272-293. https://doi.org/10.1108/01425451311320477

Structured Abstract:
Purpose: This paper presents a study of age management in small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK.
Design/methodology/approach: Qualitative data collection and exploratory research with six SMEs comprising of:
init... Read More about Extending working lives: age management in SMEs..

Sustainable urban development: Use of the environmental assessment methods (2013)
Journal Article
Deakin, M., & Reid, A. (2014). Sustainable urban development: Use of the environmental assessment methods. Sustainable Cities and Society, 10, 39-48. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2013.04.002

The need to protect the environment from the wanton ecological destruction of unfettered economic growth and conspicuous consumption is unquestionable. What is still in question, however, is how environmental assessment methods can be used as a means... Read More about Sustainable urban development: Use of the environmental assessment methods.

Phytoplankton and bacterial distribution and productivity on and around Jones Bank in the Celtic Sea (2013)
Journal Article
Davidson, K., Gilpin, L. C., Pete, R., Brennan, D., McNeill, S., Moschonas, G., & Sharples, J. (2013). Phytoplankton and bacterial distribution and productivity on and around Jones Bank in the Celtic Sea. Progress in Oceanography, 117, 48-63. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pocean.2013.04.001

The abundance and productivity of phytoplankton and bacterioplankton in the region of Jones Bank (Cel-tic Sea) were assessed in relation to potential physical and chemical drivers of the marine microbial community during July 2008 on RRS James Cook c... Read More about Phytoplankton and bacterial distribution and productivity on and around Jones Bank in the Celtic Sea.

Screening to identify unknown atrial fibrillation: a systematic review. (2013)
Journal Article
Lowres, N., Neubeck, L., Redfern, J., & Freedman, S. B. (2013). Screening to identify unknown atrial fibrillation: a systematic review. Thrombosis and Haemostasis, 110(2), 213-222. https://doi.org/10.1160/th13-02-0165

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated with a significantly increased stroke risk which is highly preventable with appropriate oral anticoagulant therapy (OAC). However, AF may be asymptomatic and unrecognised prior to stroke. We aimed to determine i... Read More about Screening to identify unknown atrial fibrillation: a systematic review..

Flashpacking and automobility (2013)
Journal Article
Butler, G. & Hannam, K. (2014). Flashpacking and automobility. Current Issues in Tourism. 17. (8). 739-752. doi:10.1080/13683500.2013.783793. ISSN 1368-3500.

Recent research has attempted to distinguish the key differences between backpacking and flashpacking. However, research observing how both groups choose to travel between destinations remains a neglected theme, and one that may also reveal distinct... Read More about Flashpacking and automobility.

jamTable: Can Physical Interfaces Support the Collaboration between Novice and Experienced Musicians? (2013)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Esteves, A., Quintal, F., & Oakley, I. (2013, April). jamTable: Can Physical Interfaces Support the Collaboration between Novice and Experienced Musicians?. Presented at 8th International Workshop, HAID 2013, Daejeon, Korea

This paper introduces jamTable, a system that enables the collaboration between users playing a standard musical instrument and users interacting with a tangible musical sequencer. In an introductory study both qualitative and quantitative data were... Read More about jamTable: Can Physical Interfaces Support the Collaboration between Novice and Experienced Musicians?.

Generation Y: An Agenda for Future Visitor Attraction Research (2013)
Journal Article
Leask, A., Fyall, A., & Barron, P. (2014). Generation Y: An Agenda for Future Visitor Attraction Research. International Journal of Tourism Research, 16(5), 462-471. doi:10.1002/jtr.1940

This study provides a comprehensive secondary-based synthesis of previous studies on the profile and patterns of consumption of Generation Y, their consumption experiences and the role of information communication technologies and social media in det... Read More about Generation Y: An Agenda for Future Visitor Attraction Research.

Book Review: Youth Working with Girls and Women in Community Settings: A Feminist Perspective by Janet Batsleer (2013)
Digital Artefact
Wong, Y. N. Book Review: Youth Working with Girls and Women in Community Settings: A Feminist Perspective by Janet Batsleer. [Blog]

Youth work with girls has taken inspiration from feminist theory and the women’s movement, with community based projects seeking to challenge oppression and encourage confidence and inclusivity. Drawing together historical, theoretical, and practice-... Read More about Book Review: Youth Working with Girls and Women in Community Settings: A Feminist Perspective by Janet Batsleer.

A Literature Review of Pressure Ulcer Prevention: Weight Shift Activity, Cost of Pressure Care and Role of the Occupational Therapist (2013)
Journal Article
Stinson, M., Gillen, C., & Porter-Armstrong, A. (2013). A Literature Review of Pressure Ulcer Prevention: Weight Shift Activity, Cost of Pressure Care and Role of the Occupational Therapist. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 76(4), 169-178. https://doi.org/10.4276/030802213X13651610908371

Introduction:
Pressure ulcers are a major concern for those who spend a prolonged period of time sitting. Weight shifts are one prevention strategy used to reduce the risk of tissue damage. Currently, the prevalence of pressure ulcers is high, sugge... Read More about A Literature Review of Pressure Ulcer Prevention: Weight Shift Activity, Cost of Pressure Care and Role of the Occupational Therapist.

Intermodal freight corridor development in the United States. (2013)
Book Chapter
Monios, J., & Lambert, B. (2013). Intermodal freight corridor development in the United States. In G. Wilmsmeier, R. Bergqvist, & K. Cullinane (Eds.), Dryports - a global perspective. London: Ashgate Publishing

No abstract available.

Retrofit simulation and assessment tools. (2013)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Currie, J. (2013, April). Retrofit simulation and assessment tools. Presented at RRetrofitting Scotland’s Built Environment – Challenges and Opportunities

Performing Expatriate Mobilities in Kuala Lumpur (2013)
Journal Article
Butler, G., & Hannam, K. (2014). Performing Expatriate Mobilities in Kuala Lumpur. Mobilities, 9(1), 1-20. https://doi.org/10.1080/17450101.2013.784530

AbstractResearch focusing upon expatriates in Asia has been geographically sporadic in nature and has typically centered upon those based in China, Hong Kong or Singapore. Focusing on Kuala Lumpur this research analyses the experiences of expatriate... Read More about Performing Expatriate Mobilities in Kuala Lumpur.

Identifying best practice in national tourism organisations: Lessons for the United Kingdom (2013)
Journal Article
Wight, A. C. (2013). Identifying best practice in national tourism organisations: Lessons for the United Kingdom. Journal of Vacation Marketing, 19(2), 133-148. https://doi.org/10.1177/1356766712463717

The UK Leisure and Tourism sector is uniquely fragmented at government and industry levels and comprises a wide and diverse range of products and services. Tourist boards and strategic authorities are important for the thousands of small enterprises... Read More about Identifying best practice in national tourism organisations: Lessons for the United Kingdom.

Groovin’ High and Low: exploring the jazz vernacular. (2013)
Presentation / Conference Contribution
Medbøe, H. (2013, April). Groovin’ High and Low: exploring the jazz vernacular. Paper presented at Rhythm Changes 2013

Debate over origin and authenticity aside, the musical language of jazz is today spoken and understood amongst a diversity of communities the world over. Standard repertoire, evolved formal structures, and aesthetic tenets provide a lingua franca sup... Read More about Groovin’ High and Low: exploring the jazz vernacular..

Women Bishops: Equality, Rights and Disarray (2013)
Journal Article
Clucas, R., & Sharpe, K. (2013). Women Bishops: Equality, Rights and Disarray. Ecclesiastical Law Journal, 15(2), 158-174. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0956618x13000185

In this article we discuss the recent history of the failed draft Bishops and Priests (Consecration and Ordination of Women) Measure, situating this within the broader context of the ordination of women and debates around the Equality Act exceptions... Read More about Women Bishops: Equality, Rights and Disarray.

Muscle ‘regenerative potential’ determines physical recovery following total knee replacement (2013)
Journal Article
Hamilton, D. F., McLeish, J. A., Gaston, P., & Simpson, A. H. R. W. (2013). Muscle ‘regenerative potential’ determines physical recovery following total knee replacement. Bone & Joint Research, 2(4), 70-78. https://doi.org/10.1302/2046-3758.24.2000151

Objectives
Lower limb muscle power is thought to influence outcome following total knee replacement (TKR). Post-operative deficits in muscle strength are commonly reported, although not explained. We hypothesised that post-operative recovery of lowe... Read More about Muscle ‘regenerative potential’ determines physical recovery following total knee replacement.