Browsing University of Galway Theses by Subject "Applied Ecology Unit"
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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, ... -
Habitats plants and invertebrates as tools for rapid identification of high nature value farmland
(2015-02-13)The EU, in recognition that low intensity farming plays an important role in conserving biodiversity, is committed to identifying and protecting High Nature Value (HNV) farming. Most methods used to date to delineate areas ... -
Infilling wetlands with construction and demolition (C&D) waste: Influence on land use, plant/dipteran communities and metal contamination
(2015-01-28)Construction and demolition (C&D) waste, comprised of sand, stone, concrete, bitumen and other wastes from building sites, is one of the largest fractions of waste produced internationally. It frequently ends up being used ...