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A quality of experience evaluation comparing augmented reality and paper based instruction for complex task assistance.
(IEEEXplore, 2019-11-18)
Augmented reality (AR) can support a user in
performing an expert task by overlaying real world objects with
the domain specific information required to complete the task.
Understanding how users can process and use ...
Additive manufacturing of PLA/HNT nanocomposites for biomedical applications
(Elsevier, 2019)
Additive manufacturing has been of great interest of research in various applications due to their ease in processability, cost effectiveness and adaptability. In this study Poly Lactic Acid (PLA) was used as the base ...
Evaluation of vegetable oils and their respective fatty acids on the viability of streptococcus mutans, a presistent oral pathogen.
(AESS, 2013-06)
This study evaluated the in vitro antibacterial activity of vegetable oils and their respective fatty
acid constituents on the growth of Streptococcus mutans. S. mutans is one of the primary
etiological agents associated ...
Fingerprinting critical therapeutic attributes: overcoming challenges to fulfil commercial potential – Early stages
(Technological University of the Shannon Midlands Midwest, 2022)
Aim: This research endeavour will determine
and evaluate the mechanism of action of a
modified coconut oil that has previously shown
promising antimicrobial activity against the
opportunistic infection, T. rubrum.
Background: ...
Development of dental implants with antimicrobial activity
(Technological University of the Shannon Midlands Midwest, 2022)
Planktonic bacteria are capable of forming biofilms, which are described as microbial aggregates
embedded within a matrix of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) and are found attached to
abiotic or biotic surfaces ...
Utilizing machine learning techniques in football prediction
(Technological University of the Shannon Midlands Midwest, 2022-08-20)
From debates between football analysts, to opposing team’s fans, predicting the winner
between two football teams has always been intrinsically tied to the sport. In more recent times,
predicting the winner between two ...
Matrix and reservoir-type multipurpose vaginal rings for controlled release of dapivirine and levonorgestrel
(Elsevier, 2016-09-10)
A matrix-type silicone elastomer vaginal ring providing 28-day continuous release of dapivirine (DPV) a lead candidate human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) microbicide compound has recently demonstrated moderate ...
Electronic health physical activity behavior change intervention to self-manage cardiovascular disease: qualitative exploration of patient and health professional requirements.
(JMIR Publications, 2018-05)
Background: Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of premature death worldwide. International guidelines recommend
routine delivery of all phases of cardiac rehabilitation. Uptake of traditional cardiac rehabilitation ...
An investigation into problem solving approaches adopted during graphical reasoning episodes.
(PATT2016, 2016-08)
A core aim of contemporary design and technology education is the development of transferable and
robust problem solving skills. Graphical education is a critical component in achieving this aim as
it espouses to enhance ...
Real-time sterilization microbiology - role of flow cytometry
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2020-06)
Sterile medical devices provide critical care and diagnostic applications where sterility is validated by
demonstrating the inactivation of reference Biological Indicators (BIs). However, BI’s are qualified using
conventional ...