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Application of geometric morphometrics to modern and zooarchaeological cattle bones /
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The application of GIS, predictive modelling, and morphological analysis to further understand cave use in Neolithic Ireland
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2016)This thesis presents the results of two archaeological predictive models applied to two geographic regions in Ireland - North Connaught and Munster. The main aim of the project was to identify caves that were most likely ... -
The application of intelligent software agents in network fault diagnosis
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2000-08)With the advent of existing and future networking, the task of network fault monitoring and in particular that of fault diagnosis is becoming quite complex. Agents can be used to help in this domain. A software agent is ... -
Application of multivariate statistical process control to fuel cell manufacturing
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Application of systems simulation for predicting and optimizing energy requirements for a HDF moulded door skin manufacturing production plant
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2011)In today’s straggling economy, manufacturing companies make a great effort to maintain their competitive advantage. Daily they face challenges o f improving efficiency and reducing cost. In order to survive in this rough ... -
The appraisal of anaerobic digestion in Ireland to develop improved designs and operational practice
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The appraisal of mesophilic anaerobic digestion and thermophilic aerobic digestion in the treatment of municipal sludge in Ireland
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2003-07)It has been well documented that the optimum feedstock for anaerobic digesters consists of readily biodegradable compounds, as found in primary sludge or even a mixed substrate of primary and excess activated sludge. Due ... -
Aquatic invasive alien species : top issues for their management
(2015)In November 2014, the European Union (Member Organization) (EU) published a new Regulation to address invasive alien species (IAS) and protect biodiversity. This Regulation entered into force across the EU in January ... -
Archaeological and anthropological aspects of the Holocaust from a Jewish perspective
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2013)The intention of this research is to offer innovative ideas on methods that can be utilised by academics and historians within a conflict context. The framework that will support the overall research is from that of an ... -
Are women stereotyped in adverts on Irish television channels & do Irish women feel the current adverts represent them? /
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2017)This research is to analyse the level of stereotyping in advertisements on Irish television channels, with particular emphasis on the stereotyping of women. It will also assess the use of a new trend in advertising called ... -
Around the table : food work in children's residential services in Ireland
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2016)This study uses food and eating practices around the table to explore the complexities of daily life in residential care settings for young people principally from the workers’ perspective. The overall aim is to elicit the ... -
Artefacts and bones from Glencurran cave
(Burrenbeo Trust, 2010)Glencurran Cave, in the heart of the Burren, has been the site of important archaeological discoveries since 2004. -
Articulating intersex : a crisis at the intersection of scientific knowledge and social ideals /
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Aspects, identification and impacts evaluation in environmental management systems : a case study using the FMEA approach
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2000)This thesis is a description of how environmental aspects are identified and evaluated using a case study to illustrate the application. It describes the mechanics using a four-step sequence. The first step is selecting ... -
Assessment and utilisation of Zequanox for zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) control in Irish waters
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2014-10)Since the first arrival of the zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) to Ireland in the early 1990’s, there has been a rapid secondary spread of these highly invasive mussels within many Irish freshwater systems suitable ... -
An assessment of oestrogenicity in waste water treatment plant influent and effluent using the recombinant yeast screen assay
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2005-07)The oestrogenic activity of solid phase-extracted (Empore SDB-XC disks) samples of wastewater influent and effluent in four wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) in Ireland was estimated using the Yeast Oestrogen Screen ... -
An assessment of the acidifying effects of afforestation in acid-sensitive catchments in County Wicklow
(Institute of Technology, Sligo., 2004)This investigation aimed to determine the extent of forestry-induced acidification of salmonid rivers and streams in acid sensitive catchments of County Wicklow. The study involved a detailed chemical examination of four ... -
An assessment of the impact of culverts on Atlantic salmon (salmo salar) migration through freshwater
(Institute of Technology, Sligo., 2007)The Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar L.) is a migratory fish species that spends a number o f years in freshwater before migrating to the sea to feed and grow, and then returning to freshwater to spawn. It requires unhindered ... -
The assessment, management and ecological significance of Irish hedgerows
(Institute of Technology, Sligo (Regional Technical College, Sligo), 1994-06)The vast network of hedges in Ireland provide habitats of great importance to the wildlife of the country, yet surprisingly enough, only very limited survey work has been carried out on our hedgerows in the past. Now with ... -
Astaxanthin production by Phaffia rhodozyma
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1998-06)This project concentrated on the use of the commercially available Phaffia rhodozyma NCYC 874 as an astaxanthin source. The purpose of this research was to investigate the optimum conditions for a batch fermentation of ...