Browsing University of Galway Theses (PhD Theses) by Title
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Design, synthesis, and public understanding and involvement in randomised trials
(NUI Galway, 2021-03-16)Introduction The initial aim of my PhD was to assess if amniotic membrane sweeping, a common intervention in maternity care, is a safe and effective way of preventing a formal induction of labour1 in pregnant women at ... -
Designing blended learning for accounting in tertiary education: The PACE-IT model
(NUI Galway, 2020-10-29)Technological advancements have engendered evolving work roles for professional accountants as they navigate the trajectory of their careers. This has prompted calls for the transformation of accounting education at ... -
Designing digital storytelling: creative technology for reflection in initial teacher education
(2014-03-03)Reflection represents a foundational, core developmental activity in teacher professional education. Reflection can, however, prove challenging, and even problematic, particularly for novice, pre-service teachers (Calderhead, ... -
Desmosomal armadillo proteins in zebrafish cardiac development
(2012-12-18)Plakoglobin and plakophilin-2 are desmosomal armadillo proteins, required for correct cardiac development in zebrafish. Mutations in the human genes can cause the congenital heart defect arrhythmogenic right ventricular ... -
Detecting seen/unseen objects with reducing response time for multimedia event processing
(NUI Galway, 2021-09-01)The enormous growth of multimedia content in the domain of the Internet of Things (IoT) leads to the challenge of processing multimedia streams in real-time. Thus, the Internet of Multimedia Things (IoMT) is an emerging ... -
Detection and characterisation of partially occluded vulnerable road users
(NUI Galway, 2023-10-29)Accurate detection and classification of vulnerable road users (pedestrians, cyclists, and micro-mobility users) is a safety critical requirement for the deployment of autonomous vehicles in heterogeneous trac. Object ... -
The detection and tracking of people in meeting contexts using image processing
(NUI Galway, 2019-11-14)Image processing techniques for object detection and tracking using a top-view camera are presented in this thesis. Finding reliable object features, especially in an environment when distinctive object features are not ... -
Detection of faint exoplanets in multispectral data
(NUI Galway, 2019-04-15)The detection of extrasolar planets is extremely difficult due to their extreme faintness and proximity to their parent stars. Direct, ground-based detection is particularly challenging and despite the incredible contrast ... -
Detection of vehicles using fisheye cameras
(2017-05-10)An image processing system capable of detecting vehicles within the vicinity of the ego vehicle for use in a surround view camera system (SVC) is presented in this thesis. Image processing based object detection can be ... -
Detention without trial in the United Kingdom: From empire to the 'War on Terror'
(2014-05-16)This thesis analyses detention without trial in the United Kingdom by applying a socio-legal lens to several instances where these extra-judicial powers have been adopted. What will emerge from this examination is twofold. ... -
Developing a behavior change intervention for physical activity during pregnancy
(NUI Galway, 2019-02-20)Background: Although the benefits of physical activity during pregnancy are well documented in the literature, women’s activity levels often reduce or cease during pregnancy. Moreover, adherence to physical activity ... -
Developing a culture of professional practice learning in an FET context
(NUI Galway, 2018-12)This research explored ways of promoting a professional learning community (PLC) in the further education and training (FET) context. There was limited evidence related to teacher learning within the FET case study ... -
Developing a new framework for human rights in older age: Exploration, interpretation and application
(NUI Galway, 2020-04-05)While there is growing attention on the rights of older persons and the feasibility of a new treaty, the conceptual basis for a new United Nations (UN) convention has not yet been clearly articulated. This thesis addresses ... -
Developing an age-friendly county programme in Fingal: Older people’s lived experiences and the WHO age-friendly conceptual framework
(NUI Galway, 2019-05-23)Developing age-friendly communities is a significant global policy issue. The WHO (2007) age-friendly cities and communities initiative has had a significant influence on the development of Ireland’s Age-Friendly Programme. ... -
Developing an integrated approach to seaweed resource assessment
(NUI Galway, 2020-09-01)Increasing interest in the sustainable management of Irish macroalgal resources requires the development of a cost-effective and efficient methodology for quantifying the distribution of key species. Remote sensing provides ... -
Developing and characterizing cellular models for neurodegenerative diseases.
(2016-05-13)The focus of this work was to develop and validate in vitro cell culture models of neurodegenerative diseases, with a focus on Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). ALS is a devastating neurodegenerative disease characterized ... -
Developing climate smart agriculture: Insights from Indonesia, Vietnam, Malawi and Ireland
(NUI Galway, 2019-11-18)The present and future challenges to agricultural development and food security are immense. The agricultural sector is a significant driver of climate change, but at the same time, is highly vulnerable to its impacts. ... -
Developing culturally responsive pedagogies in Irish secondary schools: Perspectives from student and beginning teachers and migrant parents of minority ethnic backgrounds
(NUI Galway, 2023-09-13)This qualitative research study explores the experiences of student and beginning teachers and migrant parents from minority ethnic backgrounds in relation to teaching and learning in culturally diverse classrooms and ... -
Developing guidelines for best practices that address the transition of adolescents with Cystic Fibrosis from a paediatric to an adult healthcare setting in Ireland
(2012-06-21)Abstract Background: Ireland has the highest rate of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) in Europe and in the world. However, there is a strong evidence to suggest that the Irish transition service for adolescents with CF from a child ... -
Developing health and safety guidance for geodetic engineering surveyors
(NUI Galway, 2018-12-21)Geodetic engineering surveyors are integral to the entire construction process and work in a sector that is considered occupationally hazardous. The aim of this research was to determine the extent of health and safety ...