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The assessment and treatment of toileting difficulties in individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities
(Springer Verlag, 2017-06-01)In 2009, Kroeger and Sorensen-Burnworth published a comprehensive review of the literature on toilet training individuals with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. Their review highlighted that ... -
An assessment of allergenic mite species and allergens in vehicles and homes, with particular reference to dust mite transfer in clothing
(2015-03-25)Dust mite allergens cause conditions including asthma, atopic dermatitis and allergic rhinitis in people globally. Most studies investigating aspects of mite ecology and epidemiology have focussed on Pyroglyphid mites, ... -
Assessment of anaerobic wastewater treatment failure using terminal restriction fragment length polymorphism analysis
(Wiley-Blackwell, 2005-12-01)Aims: The suitability of genetic fingerprinting to study the microbiological basis of anaerobic bioreactor failure is investigated. Methods and Results: Two laboratory-scale anaerobic expanded granular sludge bed bioreactors, ... -
Assessment of annular distensibility in the aortic valve
(Oxford University Press (OUP), 2012-06-13)OBJECTIVES: The recent introduction of transcatheter aortic heart valves into clinical practice has driven the need to develop methodologies to size such valves without access to the annulus in the manner hitherto possible ... -
An Assessment of Biometric Identities as a Standard for E-Government Services
(2005)This paper investigates the applicability and potential use of biometrics for E- Government services. An in-depth case study is presented outlining the development of E-Government services in Ireland, highlighting potential ... -
An assessment of biometric identities as a standard for e-government services.
(Inderscience, 2005-03)This paper investigates the applicability and potential use of biometrics for e-government services. An in-depth case study is presented outlining the development of e-government services in Ireland, highlighting potential ... -
An assessment of biometric identities as a standard for e-government services.
(Mercury Publications Ltd., 2003-03)This paper investigates the applicability and potential use of biometrics for e-government services. An in-depth case study is presented outlining the development of e-government services in Ireland, highlighting potential ... -
The assessment of communication skills during OSCEs: development and trialled implementation of a new standardised model using the MAAS-Global Instrument
(2016-01-19)Communication skills (CS) are important skills that have a major impact in healthcare outcomes. These outcomes include, for instance, increased patient understanding, patient satisfaction and better pain control. With ... -
Assessment of dual life stage antiplasmodial activity of british seaweeds
(MDPI AG, 2013-10-22)Terrestrial plants have proven to be a prolific producer of clinically effective antimalarial drugs, but the antimalarial potential of seaweeds has been little explored. The main aim of this study was to assess the in vitro ... -
The assessment of embodied energy in typical reinforced concrete building structures in Ireland
(2010)This paper demonstrates that by understanding how energy is consumed in the manufacturing of reinforced concrete, designers can significantly reduce the overall embodied energy of structures. Embodied energy of products ... -
Assessment of environmental compliance of waterbodies through integration of monitoring and modelling
(2016-09-30)Design of water quality monitoring networks in estuarine and coastal waters is hampered by a lack of a clear methodology. Monitoring networks are designed on an ad-hoc basis supported by experts in the area. Guidance on ... -
Assessment of intermittently loaded woodchip and sand filters to treat dairy soiled water
(IWA Publishing and Elsevier, 2016-07-31)Land application of dairy soiled water (DSW) is expensive relative to its nutrient replacement value. The use of aerobic filters is an effective alternative method of treatment and potentially allows the final effluent to ... -
Assessment of materials used in land drainage systems
(NUI Galway, 2023-08-15)Agricultural land drainage is one of a number of critical components to sustaining food production on poorly drained mineral soils. The key to efficient and consistent drainage system performance is an appropriate type and ... -
Assessment of measuring and monitoring safety in healthcare in Ireland and Saudi Arabia
(NUI Galway, 2024-03-04)In the past two decades, governments worldwide have prioritised the improvement of health care quality and safety as a primary policy goal. However, progress towards achieving this goal has been limited. The provision ... -
An assessment of new product development in the Irish pharmaceutical industry
(2003)In today's competitive drug development environment, Irish pharmaceutical companies are moving towards more knowledge base activities. These companies must focus on new product development (NPD) firstly to remain competitive ... -
An assessment of potential pesticide transmission, considering the combined impact of soil texture and pesticide properties: A meta-analysis
(Wiley, 2022-02-22)Pesticides are widely employed as a cost-effective means of reducing the impacts of undesirable plants and animals. The aim of this paper is to develop a risk ranking of transmission of key pesticides through soil to ... -
Assessment of recent advances in measurement techniques for atmospheric carbon dioxide and methane observations
(Copernicus GmbH, 2016-09-26)Until recently, atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4) measurements were made almost exclusively using nondispersive infrared (NDIR) absorption and gas chromatography with flame ionisation detection (GC/FID) ... -
An assessment of RNA content in Prymnesium parvum, Prymnesium polylepis, cf. Chattonella sp. and Karlodinium veneficum under varying environmental conditions for calibrating an RNA microarray for species detection
(Wiley, 2014-02-03)Traditional methods of identification and enumeration can be somewhat ambiguous when identifying phytoplankton that requires electron microscopic examination to verify specific morphological features. Members of the genus ... -
Assessment of slaughterhouse wastewater treatment by using intermittently-aerated sequencing batch reactors (IASBRs)
(2013-10-16)A large amount of slaughterhouse wastewater is generated during meat product manufacturing due to the cleaning process. It contains high concentrations of organic matter, oil and grease, and nitrogenous compounds (proteins ...