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Living well with pain while seeing an osteopath: An interpretative phenomenological analysis (2023)
Thesis
Miller, D. Living well with pain while seeing an osteopath: An interpretative phenomenological analysis. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/11104902

Background: In the United Kingdom 8 million people are living with chronic pain and health practitioners are encouraged to move towards a biopsychosocial framework to account for the unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with pain. T... Read More about Living well with pain while seeing an osteopath: An interpretative phenomenological analysis.

Navigating economic governance: German export and investment promotion between varieties of capitalism and multi-level governance (2023)
Thesis
Bossdorf, M. Navigating economic governance: German export and investment promotion between varieties of capitalism and multi-level governance. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10732062

This thesis examines the German system of Export and Investment Promotion Agencies (EIPAs) using a combination of the Varieties of Capitalism (VOC) and Multi-Level Governance (MLG) approaches. It challenges the traditional application of VOC and usin... Read More about Navigating economic governance: German export and investment promotion between varieties of capitalism and multi-level governance.

Applied quantification of equine sleep behaviour and environmental factors affecting its occurrence (2023)
Thesis
Greening, L. Applied quantification of equine sleep behaviour and environmental factors affecting its occurrence. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10892682

This thesis includes published academic work with a critical commentary submitted to fulfil the requirements of the University of the West of England, Bristol for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy by publication (DPhil). Five peer reviewed journal a... Read More about Applied quantification of equine sleep behaviour and environmental factors affecting its occurrence.

Protecting transformative optimism in the art classroom: Exploring aspirant art teachers’ shifting ideals (2023)
Thesis
Grant, W. Protecting transformative optimism in the art classroom: Exploring aspirant art teachers’ shifting ideals. (Thesis). University of Glasgow. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/11515380

This extended, normative case study was initiated in response to my professional concerns regarding the capacity of student art and design teachers to defend and extend their personal ideals for future classroom practice. Placement in schools, a majo... Read More about Protecting transformative optimism in the art classroom: Exploring aspirant art teachers’ shifting ideals.

Heritage in the crossfire: Developing novel field-based methods for assessing ballistic impact driven deterioration of heritage stone (2023)
Thesis
Gilbert, O. Heritage in the crossfire: Developing novel field-based methods for assessing ballistic impact driven deterioration of heritage stone. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10611589

This PhD project aims to advance current understanding of the damage caused by ballistic impact into stone-built heritage monuments in arid Middle Eastern and North African climates. Damage was assessed through the development of novel rapid, non-des... Read More about Heritage in the crossfire: Developing novel field-based methods for assessing ballistic impact driven deterioration of heritage stone.

Coordinating crowdfunded innovation projects in the cryptocurrency sector through narratives (2023)
Thesis
Jader, A. Coordinating crowdfunded innovation projects in the cryptocurrency sector through narratives. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10596039

Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) are innovation projects that serve as a crowdfunding mechanism. This study discusses the need to examine how cryptocurrencies are created, particularly through ICOs. ICO projects are described as radical, multistakeholde... Read More about Coordinating crowdfunded innovation projects in the cryptocurrency sector through narratives.

Securing the state in post transition Tunisia: Reconfiguring regime legitimacy in an age of authoritarian neoliberalism (2023)
Thesis
Maryon, R. Securing the state in post transition Tunisia: Reconfiguring regime legitimacy in an age of authoritarian neoliberalism. (Thesis). Cardiff University. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/11847475

In this thesis I aim to answer the question as to how, following the fall of the Ben Ali regime, in January 2011, successive post-transition governments have sought to reconfigure their claims to legitimacy and the role security politics has played i... Read More about Securing the state in post transition Tunisia: Reconfiguring regime legitimacy in an age of authoritarian neoliberalism.

A novel decision-making architecture for human-robot collaboration: From mirror neurons to conflict-free interactions (2023)
Thesis
Sobhani, M. A novel decision-making architecture for human-robot collaboration: From mirror neurons to conflict-free interactions. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10630076

Inspired by the role of mirror neurons and the importance of predictions in joint action, a novel decision-making structure is proposed, designed and tested for both individual and dyadic action during real-world human-human and human-robot experimen... Read More about A novel decision-making architecture for human-robot collaboration: From mirror neurons to conflict-free interactions.

Promoting access to haemostasis testing in resource-scarce and emergency settings using paper-based lateral flow diagnostic screening assays for coagulation disorders (2023)
Thesis
Saidykhan, J. Promoting access to haemostasis testing in resource-scarce and emergency settings using paper-based lateral flow diagnostic screening assays for coagulation disorders. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10774108

Haemostatic disorders cause excessive bleeding and clotting and result in high morbidity and mortality worldwide, but especially in low-income areas which often lack suitable facilities and expertise for affordable diagnosis and treatment. Simple and... Read More about Promoting access to haemostasis testing in resource-scarce and emergency settings using paper-based lateral flow diagnostic screening assays for coagulation disorders.

An exploratory study of methodologies for digital colour printing in textile design, through an understanding of interwar historical colour palettes (2023)
Thesis
Gooby, B. An exploratory study of methodologies for digital colour printing in textile design, through an understanding of interwar historical colour palettes. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/8704673

Digital printing technology has had a major impact for the textile designer. Their design process now enables them to create complicated multi-layered digital designs incorporating photographic images and intricate detail. Artwork is no longer restri... Read More about An exploratory study of methodologies for digital colour printing in textile design, through an understanding of interwar historical colour palettes.

An internet of things enabled system for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance of railway infrastructure (2023)
Thesis
Gbadamosi, A. An internet of things enabled system for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance of railway infrastructure. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10928540

The railway industry plays a pivotal role in the socioeconomic landscape of many countries. However, its operation poses considerable challenges in terms of safety, environmental impact, and the intricacies of intertwined technical and social structu... Read More about An internet of things enabled system for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance of railway infrastructure.

The development of small-scale, low-cost biofilm treatment systems for the control of pathogens in fresh water (2023)
Thesis
Steven, J. The development of small-scale, low-cost biofilm treatment systems for the control of pathogens in fresh water. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10274632

Water that is contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms, can cause disease. Despite advances in the provision of safe drinking water, an estimated 580 million people lack consistent access to safe water whilst the consumption of biologically contam... Read More about The development of small-scale, low-cost biofilm treatment systems for the control of pathogens in fresh water.

Developing a complex intervention to reduce subsequent healthcare use for patients presenting to UK emergency departments with acute headache (2023)
Thesis
Roberts, T. Developing a complex intervention to reduce subsequent healthcare use for patients presenting to UK emergency departments with acute headache. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10888287

Understanding the factors that drive subsequent healthcare resource use in patients who have presented to UK Emergency Departments (EDs) with acute headache, has potential patient and health system benefits. It is important that clinicians provide th... Read More about Developing a complex intervention to reduce subsequent healthcare use for patients presenting to UK emergency departments with acute headache.

“None of us are islands”: A thematic analysis of navigating emotional engagement with climate change through social relationships (2023)
Thesis
Souissi, S. “None of us are islands”: A thematic analysis of navigating emotional engagement with climate change through social relationships. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10708694

Background: Much existing research attempting to explain (in)action in the face of climate change constructs a false separation between individuals and society. A relational perspective is comparatively absent in existing research. Aims: This quali... Read More about “None of us are islands”: A thematic analysis of navigating emotional engagement with climate change through social relationships.

Cognitive emotion regulation: Exploring the non-stress mediated relationship between mindfulness and physical health (2023)
Thesis
Lennon, P. Cognitive emotion regulation: Exploring the non-stress mediated relationship between mindfulness and physical health. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/9322888

Mindfulness, the practice of bringing one’s attention to the present moment with open curiosity, has gained much attention over the past couple of decades for its measurable impact on psychological and physical health. There have been many studies th... Read More about Cognitive emotion regulation: Exploring the non-stress mediated relationship between mindfulness and physical health.

Exploring community mental health clinicians lived experiences of reflective practice during a pandemic using an interpretative phenomenological analysis (2023)
Thesis
Pybus, R. Exploring community mental health clinicians lived experiences of reflective practice during a pandemic using an interpretative phenomenological analysis. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10732079

Background and aims Reflective practice is a core competency for clinicians in their clinical practice, it allows a space for clinicians to develop their in-depth thinking about work activity with the aim of developing as a practitioner. The key a... Read More about Exploring community mental health clinicians lived experiences of reflective practice during a pandemic using an interpretative phenomenological analysis.

Diagnosing and remediating mathematical common student errors in e-assessment questions (A case study) (2023)
Thesis
Sikurajapathi, B. Diagnosing and remediating mathematical common student errors in e-assessment questions (A case study). (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10505487

Mistakes and misconceptions in mathematics are as common as those in any real life situation. The errors frequently made by a myriad of students, known as Common Students Errors (CSEs), heavily influence their ability to learn and retain mathematics.... Read More about Diagnosing and remediating mathematical common student errors in e-assessment questions (A case study).

Community of Practice in a seminar setting: An action research approach to graduate employability and skills in higher education (2023)
Thesis
Bird, S. Community of Practice in a seminar setting: An action research approach to graduate employability and skills in higher education. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10395446

United Kingdom higher education institutions play a valuable role in preparing students for graduate roles through the development of employability skills and preparedness for employment. This study explores the impact of a transitional Community of... Read More about Community of Practice in a seminar setting: An action research approach to graduate employability and skills in higher education.

The experiences of rock climbing for male British veterans living with combat trauma: An IPA study (2023)
Thesis
Sheen Harker, L. The experiences of rock climbing for male British veterans living with combat trauma: An IPA study. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10604715

Background: Soldiers are at risk of exposure to combat trauma and experience high rates of conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (Stevelink et al., 2018). However, several issues currently exist with the first-line psychological tr... Read More about The experiences of rock climbing for male British veterans living with combat trauma: An IPA study.

The religious and cultural influences in the development of mental health perceptions in young Muslim people in the UK (2023)
Thesis
Idjer, I. The religious and cultural influences in the development of mental health perceptions in young Muslim people in the UK. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10479586

Understanding the impact of religion and culture on mental health perceptions of young Muslims is important because of the lack of support and access for young Muslims in mental health services. Literature: The Muslim Youth Helpline (2020) presented... Read More about The religious and cultural influences in the development of mental health perceptions in young Muslim people in the UK.