• An investigation of the factors affecting student motivation in junior cycle science in Ireland 

  McManus, Beulah (University of Limerick, 2016)

  This research project involved the investigation of the factors affecting junior cycle science students’ motivation to study science in Ireland. Too many young students are being turned off science too soon. Research has ...
• The role of β-defensin 126 on the ability of bull sperm to bind oviductal epithelium 

  Lyons, Alan (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Previous studies in primates have shown that β-defensin 126 regulates the ability of sperm to bind to oviductal epithelial cells, whilst in humans; mutations in the β-defensin 126 gene have been linked to male subfertility. ...
• Mechanical characterisation of composite materials with 3D woven reinforcement architectures 

  Obande, Winifred O. (University of Limerick, 2016)

  The use of traditional two-dimensional (2D) fibre preforms can be associated with poor out-of-plane and interlaminar mechanical performance, particularly in response to impact loads. Such preforms comprise multiple plies ...
• The relationship between circadian integrity and delirium: a prospective study of an elderly population in an acute hospital setting 

  Fitzgerald, James M (University of Limerick, 2016)

  no abstract available
• “Feeling good through what we do”: evaluating occupation based workshops on self-esteem for women who use mental health services in Ireland 

  Wallace, Niamh (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Background: Mental health occupational therapists claim to be strongly person-centred and recovery-oriented in their service provision. The design, delivery and evaluation of occupational therapy practice needs to reflect ...
• Underrepresented students on BSc nursing programmes: an exploration of the student experience 

  O'Sullivan, Deirdre (University of Limerick, 2014)

  Background: Pre-registration nurse education has become established within higher education in Ireland. Concurrently, the Irish government commitment to widening participation in higher education impacted on the profile ...
• Theoretical optimisation of pore size and pore chemistry of SIFSIX-3-M hybrid ultramicroporous materials (HUMs) 

  Ziaee, Ahmad (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Three analogues of the SIFSIX-3-M family, namely SIFSIX-3-Zn, SIFSIX-3-Ni, and SIFSIX-3-Cu were investigated using theoretical methods to determine the effect of pore-size and pore-chemistry on the adsorption of CO2 in ...
• Developing an anatomical simulator for early stage usability testing of endovascular devices 

  O'Sullivan, Kevin Jeremiah (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Adverse medical events resulting in serious harm occur in approx. 1-4% of all hospital admissions (Sarker and Vincent 2005). Endovascular devices encompasses a wide range of medical devices designed to treat diseases using ...
• Microstructural characterization and spark plasma sintering of BaTiOɜ based thermistors 

  Karimi-Jafari, Maryam (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Barium titanate is one of the most important and widely studied ferroelectric ceramics with ABO3 type perovskite structure. Due to its promising ferroelectric properties, it has been used in several applications such as ...
• A systematic review & meta-analysis of randomised controlled cognitive-based interventions for dementia – restorative, compensatory, & mixed approaches 

  Molloy, Mary Majella (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Background: Cognitive impairments are a central feature of dementia and have a significant impact on those with the disease and their caregivers. Cognitive-based interventions for dementia, (e.g., stimulation, training, ...
• Missing data analysis with the Mahalanobis distance 

  Berkery, Elaine M (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Missing data occur regularly when data are collected for a variety of reasons such as participants refusing to answer question in surveys or machines failing to record measurements in a manufacturing process. The fact ...
• A blended learning teaching approach aimed at improving post-primary students’ conceptual understanding of mathematics – a focus on algebra supported by digital pencasts 

  Gallagher, Jason (University of Limerick, 2016)

  This research project investigated whether students’ conceptual understanding of algebra was improved with a taught intervention supported by digital pencasts. The motivation for this project was inspired by observing ...
• Developing numeracy strategies to improve interest and achievement in mathematics amongst post-primary students. 

  Flanagan, Eileen (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Interest and achievement in mathematics is currently both a national and international concern. Interest in mathematics is low in comparison to other curricula subjects and achievement in mathematics is also poor when ...
• Isolation, expansion and characterisation of mesenchymal stem cells from osteoarthritic and osteoporotic donors 

  Coyle, Siobhán (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Osteoporosis and osteoarthritis are common diseases with significant rates of morbidity associated with same. The search continues for effective treatment strategies for both diseases. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are ...
• Neuro-muscular electrical stimulation for the treatment of orthostatic hypotension in an older community dwelling population 

  Quinn, Colin (University of Limerick, 2016)

  Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is highly prevalent in older people and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Current treatment options include pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches, although ...
• The development of testbed vehicles for underwater systems testing and AUV controller experimentation 

  Nolan, Seán Patrick (University of Limerick, 2003)

  The goal of this research project is the design and construction of a submersible robot platform for underwater systems testing and AUV controller experimentation. Requirements of the robot platform are that it should ...
• The design of an autonomous mobile robot built to investigate behaviour based control 

  Leyden, Mark Christopher (University of Limerick, 2000)

  Within this thesis, the design of an autonomous mobile robot built as a testbed to investigate behaviour-based control in a real world environment is described. By adopting a behaviour-based control architecture the robot ...
• Exploring parents’ and teams’ perspectives of the models in early childhood intervention services: a grounded theory approach 

  Fitzgerald, Noelle (University of Limerick, 2011)

  The aim of this study was to explore parents’ and team-members’ experiences of the multidisciplinary approach (MDA) and transdisciplinary approach (TDA) operating in Early Intervention services for children with disabilities ...
• The special relationship between Eamon de Valera & Archbishop Daniel Mannix, 1913-1963 

  Mannix, Patrick (University of Limerick, 2011)

  This dissertation is an examination and evaluation from a historical perspective of the relationship that was established and forged between the former taoiseach and President of Ireland, Eamon de Valera and the former ...
• Evaluation of xenogenic extracellular matrix scaffolds for use in tissue engineered vascular grafts 

  Coakley, Daniel Nicholas Martin (University of Limerick, 2015)

  Existing synthetic vascular grafts have unacceptably high failure rates when replacing below knee arteries. In vitro endothelialisation is an emerging procedure that has been shown to enhance the patency rates of below ...

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