Browsing Open Theses & Dissertations by Title
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Quadriceps Arthrogenic Muscle Inhibition: Neurophysiological Mechanisms and Possible Therapeutic Interventions
(Auckland University of Technology, 2012)Quadriceps arthrogenic muscle inhibition (AMI) is a near universal finding after knee joint injury, surgery and pathology; leading to marked quadriceps weakness that impairs physical function and may hasten joint degeneration. ... -
Quadriceps strength prediction equations in individuals with ligamentous injuries, meniscal injuries and/or osteoarthritis of the knee joint
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A qualitative descriptive study of youth with Crohn's disease
(Auckland University of Technology, 2005)This qualitative descriptive study explores the experience of four youth between the ages of 16-21 years who were diagnosed with Crohn’s disease within 18 months of commencement of this study. Patients with Crohn’s disease ... -
Quality of life and self-report in children and adolescents with cognitive disability
(Auckland University of Technology, 2013)The purpose of this research was to initiate the development of a tool that could be used by children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) or mild intellectual disability (MID) to communicate perspectives ... -
Quantification of Load and Lower Limb Injury in Men’s Professional Basketball.
(Auckland University of Technology, 2017)Lower limb injuries are a significant issue in basketball and load has been implicated as a causative factor. The quantification of the training load-injury relationship requires the implementation of effective injury and ... -
Quantification of Sterol Glucosides in Tallow-derived-biodiesel by Liquid Chromatography With Tandem Mass Spectrometry
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)Biodiesel is an important low-carbon substitute for petroleum diesel that behaves similarly in combustion engines to petroleum diesel. It has the advantages of being sourced from a wide range of renewable feedstocks, ... -
Quantifying sustainability for industry: a New Zealand electricity power sector case study
(Auckland University of Technology, 2008)Sustainable development is now being recognised as a vital component of our society in the environmental, ethical, social, technological, economic, and institutional aspects, or dimensions, so, this thesis develops a ... -
Queer reflections on Baron Wilhelm von Gloeden: A creative reconsideration of pose, gaze and technique
(Auckland University of Technology, 2004)This project and accompanying exegesis consider the evolution of the Gay, nude male analogue photograph, bringing to the fore a personalised reflection on the work of Baron Wilhelm von Gloeden. It contexualizes and ... -
A questionnaire survey of the management and classification of patients presenting with neck pain to osteopathic and physiotherapy practices
(Auckland University of Technology, 2015)Background: Little is known about the management practices of Australian and New Zealand osteopaths and physiotherapists for patients with neck pain. By assessing the practice patterns of practitioners using a case-by-case ... -
Radio on the internet: opportunities for new public spheres?
(Auckland University of Technology, 2008)This thesis investigates the potential for radio on the Internet to enhance processes of communication and media practice in the form of new a public sphere. Drawing on the work of Marshall McLuhan, the early stages of ... -
Rafting-with... Choreography of Participatory Ecologies: an Ethico-poetics of Everyday Life
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)The aim of this practice-led research is to explore how a Choreography of Participatory Ecologies (COPE) reveals an ethics distilled from a poetics of everyday life. This choreographic practice describes a relational ... -
Raincoat: a creative consideration of urban rainwear
(Auckland University of Technology, 2011)The term ‘raincoat’ suggests an expectation of purpose and functionality. This practice-led research project examines how well these expectations are met within the context of urban fashion. Although New Zealand is the ... -
Raising half the sky: work–life balance of Chinese female administrative workers
(Auckland University of Technology, 2008)In recent years, a growing body of research has examined the issue of work–life balance (WLB). WLB initiatives have been developed by organisations, not only to aid employees in leading healthier and more satisfying lives, ... -
Raising the Achievement of Priority Learners in Primary Schools
(Auckland University of Technology, 2018)The ultimate role of an educational leader is to lead their staff to positively influence teaching and learning to enhance educational achievement of all students (Allison & Rehm, 2007; Cardno, 2012). Over recent times, ... -
Raising the web conversion rates for online ventures with no name recognition: analytical and empirical studies
(Auckland University of Technology, 2010)This research aims to build a theoretical model of the salient factors affecting the purchase behaviour of visitors to online retailers without an existing reputation. The proposed model, referred to as the conversion ... -
Rapid on-line Glycogen measurement and prediction of ultimate pH in slaughter beef
(Auckland University of Technology, 2008)The rapid determination of glycogen on indicator muscle immediately after slaughter is advantageous as it permits the prediction of a muscle’s ultimate pH (pHu) and allows the identification of high pHu meat carcasses by ... -
Re-conceptualising ornamentation within a fine art painting practice
(Auckland University of Technology, 2004)This thesis project explores the artistic potential for ornamentation by re-conceptualising and re contextualising it through a fine art painting practice. It seeks to place ornamentation as a valid, viable and contemporary ... -
Re-earth
(Auckland University of Technology, 2011)This work includes an exegesis and a draft thesis entitled Re-Earth. In the exegesis, the method section highlights the research and writing process undertaken by the author for the development and completion of the thesis. ... -
Re-fabricate: evolving design through user interaction
(Auckland University of Technology, 2009)This research project focussed on discarded clothing and textiles, as signifiers for the lowest exchange value in the fashion system, and sought methods to add value by up-cycling1 into one of a kind fashion garments. ... -
Re-negotiating the Boundaries: a Grounded Theory Study
(Auckland University of Technology, 2019)Physiotherapy’s historical adoption of the biomechanical approach which views the body-as-machine, has played an important part in defining its professional role, identity and status. But the physiotherapy profession is ...