04 University of Plymouth Research Theses: Recent submissions
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Robot for harvesting cauliflower, and the cutting of cauliflowers
(University of Plymouth, 2021)The human arm bounded by soft tissues and muscles is capable of fast movement with high precision fidelity. And it is soft as it has muscles and other tissue. Nowadays, robots can do many human tasks. Robot arms are also ... -
An analysis of how culture influences the arbitration process used to resolve disputes on construction projects in Saudi Arabia
(University of Plymouth, 2021)This study aimed to investigate links between contractual disputes and project cultures in the construction industry of Saudi Arabia. Contractual disputes are those that arise from the contractual relationships binding ... -
An Assessment of Universal Tumour Associated Antigens in Primary Liver Neoplasms
(University of Plymouth, 2021)Rates of primary liver cancer are increasing in the Western world, a fact yet to be reflected in research with most currently undertaken in Asia. Whilst here in the UK, during a diagnostic and therapeutic workup within ... -
Increase Supply Chain Performance by Addressing Knowledge Governance, Resilience Capabilities, and Risks: Empirical Evidence from the Agri-Food Industry
(University of Plymouth, 2021)Agri-food supply chain (AFSC) are becoming more complex due to the prevalent of lean strategy, a higher rate of innovation, and customer preference towards high quality and fresh agri-food products. AFSC can operate ... -
How Fundraisers Solve Moral Dilemmas: The Role of Implicit Moral Identity, Moral Emotions and Moral Intuition
(University of Plymouth, 2021)This study explores the mediating affect of moral emotions on the relationship of implicit moral identity and moral intuition amongst fundraisers. The existing literature highlights the importance of ethical fundraising, ... -
How to use lean thinking to improve knowledge management performance of manufacturing supply chains
(University of Plymouth, 2021)This thesis aims to eliminate inefficient knowledge management activities and use Lean Principles as guidance to improve knowledge management performance in manufacturing supply chains. In order to achieve this aim, this ... -
INVESTIGATING STOPPING WHEN STUDYING NOVEL INFORMATION
(University of Plymouth, 2021)The current research aimed to further the knowledge as to why people often terminate studying of novel information early, which has been found to be detrimental to performance. It has been suggested that stopping is due ... -
THE HOLISTIC ASSESSMENT AND CARE PLANNING IN PARTNERSHIP (HAPPI) STUDY A MIXED METHODS FEASIBILITY STUDY OF A NURSE-LED INTERVENTION FOR OLDER PEOPLE WHO LIVE WITH FRAILTY
(University of Plymouth, 2021)Aim This mixed-methods feasibility study aimed to identify and to develop consensus on the components of a holistic assessment and care planning intervention for frail older people in primary care and to conduct a feasibility ... -
Social and commercial enterprise interactions: Insights from UK business incubators
(University of Plymouth, 2021)With numbers of social enterprises in the UK continuing to grow and innovate, this research responds to the scarcity of information surrounding social and commercial enterprises co-located in business incubators, and asks: ... -
Exploring the Design, Use and Impact of Companion Pet Robots and Automata for Older Adults and People with Dementia
(University of Plymouth, 2021)Companion robots, socially assistive robots typically possessing zoomorphic features, have shown potential in the care of older adults and people with dementia. Previous research demonstrated reduced agitation, anxiety, ...
