04 University of Plymouth Research Theses: Recent submissions
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Social anxiety and paranoia: A mixed-methods investigation
(University of Plymouth, 2019)Social anxiety is highly prevalent and highly debilitating. It is detrimental to educational and occupational progression as well as quality of life for up to 12% of the population. Current research, treatment, and ... -
STUDENT VOICES AND STUDENT CHOICES: NARRATIVE ACCOUNTS OF DIFFERENTIATED HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERIENCES OF FIRST IN FAMILY HE STUDENTS
(University of Plymouth, 2019)This thesis considers the HE choices and experiences of First in Family (FiF) HE students studying in a Sixth Form College (SFC), a FE College (FEC), and a small ‘teaching-intensive’ university. Using Bourdieusian ... -
THE HYDROTHERMAL RARE EARTH ELEMENT MINERALISATION AT THE PERALKALINE CARBONATITE FEN COMPLEX IN NORWAY
(University of Plymouth, 2019)The Fen Complex in Norway consists of a composite carbonatite-ijolite-pyroxenite diatreme intrusion. Locally, the hydrothermally altered, hematite-rich rock rødbergite exhibited high grades (up to 2.1 wt% REE) of rare ... -
Investigation into Stand-alone Brain-computer Interfaces for Musical Applications
(University of Plymouth, 2019)Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) aim to establish a communication medium that is independent of muscle control. This project investigates how BCIs can be harnessed for musical applications. The impact of such systems is ... -
THE IMPACT OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT ON THE THERMAL PERFORMANCE OF SOCIAL HOUSING IN THE UNITED KINGDOM
(University of Plymouth, 2019)In 2017, the domestic sector in the UK accounted for approximately 28% of final energy consumption, 63% of this energy was used for space heating. Therefore, to achieve the UK Government carbon emission targets it is ... -
Le Passage - Towards the Concept of a New Knowledge Instrument
(University of Plymouth, 2019)This dissertation is concerned with the analysis and development of the passage concept in immersive dome environments (IDE). The research follows an interdisciplinary approach that draws on practices of scientific and ... -
Artistic Modulation of Consciousness by Bioelectromagnetic Stimulation
(University of Plymouth, 2019)The thesis demonstrates why the application of bioelectromagnetic stimulation as a medium of artistic expression allows for the production of new and unprecedented realisations of integrative art. Furthermore, the modulation ... -
Attention, Context and the Inverse Base Rate Effect
(University of Plymouth, 2019)The Inverse Base Rate Effect (IBRE; Medin & Edelson, 1988) is a non-rational behavioural phenomenon reported within the learning literature. A considerable amount of research has investigated the effect, as well as other ... -
SUPPLY CHAIN FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS SYSTEMS
(University of Plymouth, 2019)Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is a rapidly growing energy source, with highly competitive supply chain networks, sensitive to global macro-economic developments. To date, supply chain finance studies have failed to explore ... -
THE SOURCES AND FATE OF PLASTIC ENTERING THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT
(University of Plymouth, 2019)Plastics can come in many forms and bring a wide range of societal benefits in healthcare, agriculture, transport, construction and packaging. However, plastic is a large proportion of marine litter and an internationally ...
