• Finite element investigation of the human mandible bone: examination of bone fracture, plate fixation and increasing degrees of atrophy 

  Kavanagh, Edel; Kearns, Gerard J (Univesity of Limerick, 2012)

  The mandible is the largest of the human facial bones. It is located inferiorly at the base of the skull. Fracture of the mandible bone is a frequent event due to the positioning of the bone on the face. These fractures ...
• Consumer-oriented incoming call connection service for the ubiquitous consumer wireless world 

  Wang, Ning (University of Limerick, 2010)

  This thesis proposes a novel consumer-oriented Incoming Call Connection (ICC) service as an important enabling infrastructural component of the recently proposed ubiquitous consumer wireless world (UCWW), a new ...
• Statistical methods for the detection of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) using new generation genome sequencers 

  Sheikhi, Ali (Univerisyt of Limerick, 2014)

  A single nucleotide polymorphism, or SNP, is a site of the genome where variation occurs within a population. Almost all SNPs have only two alleles (variants). Variations in the DNA sequences of humans can affect how ...
• The identification of bat species and their prey using PCR 

  Merrick, Heather (University of Limerick, 2014)

  This thesis describes two separate investigations: the first involves the use of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to separate two cryptic species of bats; the second used PCR combined with cloning and sequencing to compare ...
• Educational innovation and change in the teaching and learning of science in the contemporary Irish school and classroom 

  Power, Sancha Anne (University of Limerick, 2012)

  This research study is focused primarily on educational innovation and change in the Irish lower secondary science classroom. The overall goal of the research was to encompass three domains through the development of a ...
• The use of cardiac autonomic and hemodynamic monitoring as a surrogate marker for sleep stability and performance in austere and extreme environments 

  Ó Gríofa, Marc (Universiyt of Limerick, 2012)

  Mission success and crewmember performance can be detrimentally affected by the effects of sleep deprivation. These effects are often compounded by the isolation, confinement and the acrimonious psychosocial interactions ...
• The operationalisation of a knowledge assessment framework adopting a case based approach 

  O'Brien, Jamie (University of Limerick, 2012)

  The primary aim of this dissertation is to operationalise a Knowledge Assessment Framework (KAF) using two exploratory case studies. The development of a KAF is important for organisations for three reasons. Firstly, the ...
• Parish pedagogies: an analysis of Irish pre-school practice using the early childhood environmental rating scales 

  Neylon, Gerardine (University of Limerick, 2011)

  This research applies the Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scales/Revised and the Extension four Curricular Subscales (ECERS/R/E) in a systematic way to measure standards of pre-school provision in Ireland. This ...
• A multidimensional visualization model for zero defects in a biomechanical manufacturing environment 

  Moore, Sean (University of Limerick, 2011)

  Combinational medical devices have evolved rapidly over the last 20 years, to be minimally invasive in order to reduce patient risk and recovery times. However the Manufacturing and Quality control of these devices has ...
• Aspects of organ-building in Ireland in the nineteenth century, referencing White, Telford, and post-emancipation choral practice 

  McKeever, Alexis Paul (Univeristy of Limerick, 2012)

  This thesis is the first to combine organology, musicology, history and ethnography in a comprehensive study focusing on Irish organ-building. Chapter One commences with an extensive historical survey of Irish organ-building. ...
• Towards the development of guidelines for the surgical treatment of carotid artery disease: a cranial perfusion approach 

  Lynch, Adrian Gerard (University of Limerick, 2013)

  The development of carotid artery disease in the form of atherosclerotic plaque and the progressive narrowing of the carotid artery lumen is the leading cause of stroke, the third most prevalent cause of death in the ...
• Highly efficient numerical analysis of load distribution in composite bolted joints 

  Gray, Patrick Joseph (University of Limerick, 2011)

  In the design of composite aircraft structures, joint efficiency is a key area for realising the weight-saving potential of advanced composite materials. Cost-effective, efficient design practices are necessary for ...
• An investigation into the oro-nasal pressures used in the control of the ridden horse 

  Doherty, Orla M (Univesity of Limerick, 2016)

  The control and training of horses is achieved through the application of physical pressures on the body of the horse. However, the levels of pressure exerted by most equitation equipment in use have not been measured. ...
• Deepening participation, deepening local democracy? The state of local participatory governance in Ireland 

  Finn, Cian (University of Limerick, 2017)

  In response to a decline in traditional forms of political participation and growing dissatisfaction with and distrust of democratic and public institutions, public authorities have engaged or have been required to engage ...
• Idé-eolaíocht agus Daonteangeolaíocht na Gaeilge: aird ar éagsúlacht teanga na Gaeilge 

  Ó Murchadha, Noel (University of Limerick, 2012)

  Bíodh is go bhfuil aitheantas follasach ag urlabhra thraidisiúnta na Gaeltachta mar mhúnla teanga don Ghaeilge ón uair a bunaíodh Conradh na Gaeilge i leith, is beag iniúchadh a deineadh ó shin ar inghlacthacht an mhúnla ...
• The influence of surfactants on capillary driven flow in open hydrophobic microchannels towards chip-based fluorescent detection of HSV 

  O'Leary, Fiachra (University of Limerick, 2011)

  Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is widespread among the human population. HSV infection can have subtle symptoms and often go undiagnosed. There are two types of HSV infections. HSV type 1 (HSV-1) is associated with orofacial ...
• A quantitative assessment of policies to increase environmental sustainability of medium to large sized settlements in Ireland 

  O'Doherty, Travis (University of Limerick, 2012)

  A major challenge facing the world is the need to enhance sustainability urgently as we face the inter-related challenges of climate change, dependence on fossil fuels, food shortages and growing population. The International ...
• Proteolytic release of angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitory peptides from food proteins. 

  Norris, Roseanne (University of Limerick, 2013)

  The potential of an Aspergillus niger derived prolyl endoproteinase (An-PEP) to produce potent angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitory peptides was assessed. Bovine α- and β-casein were purified from acid caseinate ...
• A molecular dynamics exploration of the properties of bulk and nanosized single-crystal copper 

  Lenihan, Catherine (University of Limerick, 2011)

  Copper has a history of use that is at least 10,000 years old and it is still one of the most useful metals in today’s world. Nanocrystals of copper are of great scientific interest as they are effectively a bridge between ...
• Maypole dancing and other body movements in a neo-pagan Bealtaine ritual in Ireland 

  Camillo, Ana Paula (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Maypole Dancing and Other Body Movements in a Neo-Pagan Bealtaine Ritual in Ireland This thesis examines the role of dance and body movements within a specific Pagan ritual in present day Ireland, namely Bealtaine. The ...

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