Browsing University of Galway Theses (PhD Theses) by Subject "Behaviour"
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Cognition in two languages: bilingualism and second language competency as determinants of cognitive performance
(NUI Galway, 2019-07-15)Introduction. This project emphasises the importance of two aspects in research on bilingualism: (i) the inclusion of multiple language sets to reach generalisable results, which ensures that differences originate in changes ... -
The Design, Development and Validation of a Wearable Behaviour Monitor for the Autonomous Assessment of the Functional Health of Older Adults
(2013-12-23)Functional ability describes a person's capability to perform those tasks that are necessary to live independently. It is a proven predictor of functional decline, the need for hospitalisation and institutionalisation ... -
A framework for the assessment of the effectiveness of ocean literacy tools and initiatives
(NUI Galway, 2021-09-28)In order to assess the effectiveness of Ocean Literacy (OL) tools, it is necessary to gather data on the usage of the tools, and their impact on the participants’ ocean literacy. This is to say, their awareness, knowledge, ... -
Modelling early life exposure to antidepressants in rats: Developmental, behavioural and neurochemical aspects
(2013-02-11)Depression during pregnancy and the postpartum period has been associated with deleterious consequences such as preterm birth, low birth weight and less optimal scores on neonatal reflexes and behaviour. Pharmacological ...