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Site Selective Spectroscopy of CaF2:Eu3+ Nanoparticles
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Trivalent europium doped calcium fluoride nanoparticles have been investigated using laser site selective spectroscopy. In these core only particles, four distinct spectroscopic cen- tres have been observed, using ... -
Microplastic accumulation in New Zealand green-lipped mussels Perna canaliculus and the role of microplastics in the uptake of triclosan
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Small plastic particles, known as microplastics, are of increasing concern for marine and freshwater species. Microplastics have been reported globally in a wide range of marine species including mussels, crabs, fish and ... -
Environmental factors influencing the Douglas fir invasion of Nothofagus forest
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) was introduced to New Zealand in 1859 for timber, and in the last few decades has been recognised as an invasive species, particularly into grassland. However, its potential to invade ... -
Palaeoenvironmental relationships of mid-cenozoic carbonate and volcanic rocks, Kakanui
(University of Canterbury, 2017)The rocks of the Eocene to Oligocene Waitaki region formed in a complex depositional environment, under the influence of changing sea levels, submarine volcanism, and carbonate production. This area was part of a marine ... -
Novel N-heterocyclic carbene ligands for use in asymmetric catalysis
(University of Canterbury, 2017)This investigation sought to establish new and adaptable methods for incorporating an enantiomeric component into NHC ligands and to develop novel precatalyst prototypes capable of asymmetric induction for use in transition ... -
The Frequency and Type of Talk in Three New Zealand Families at Dinnertime
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Language is an important aspect of communication and a parent is a child’s first teacher. The more variety of talk the parents use, the more opportunities children will get to imitate that language and therefore widen ... -
Some aspects of molybdenum halide chemistry
(University of Canterbury, 1969)Chemical and X-ray crystallographic studies of molybdenum(II) halides, which are based on the well-known (Mo₆C1₈)⁴⁺ cluster, have been carried out. Contrary to previous reports, the reactions of 2,2'-bipyridyl with the ... -
Readability and Quality of Web-based Information Related to Noise-Induced Hearing Impairment
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Aims: The purpose of this study was to assess the readability of online information pertaining to noise-induced hearing impairment (NIHI). This study aimed to answer several research questions: (1) What is the readability ... -
The mineralogy, geochemistry and origin of Lower Tertiary smectite-mudstones, East Coast deformed belt, New Zealand.
(University of Canterbury, 1985)Marine smectite-mudstones of Lower Tertiary age (Teurian to Runangan) occur throughout the East Coast Deformed Belt of New Zealand. In Marlborough, Marl lithofacies of the Amuri Limestone comprise calcareous, siliceous ... -
An investigation into the use of the yeast Arxula adeninivorans as the catalyst for a microbial fuel cell
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Microbial fuel cells (MFCs) are bioelectrochemical systems which convert chemical energy in organic matter into electrical energy. MFCs use a living microorganism or consortium thereof to metabolise an organic substrate, ... -
When Does Power Corrupt? Reactions to Uncertainty and Moral Decisions
(University of Canterbury, 2017)The term “power corrupts” has been recognised since it was first termed by David Kipnis in 1972. Individuals with a sense of power are goal oriented, and confident. However, these traits have also been related to selfishness ... -
Structural Characterisation of members of the DHDPS/NAL subfamily of proteins
(University of Canterbury, 2017)The DHDPS/NAL subfamily of enzymes share a very similar structure while catalysing a wide variety of reactions in different biochemical pathways. The structural similarity between members allows us to understand how this ... -
The Influence of Key Variables on the SODIS Method for Application in Kiribati
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Globally, children are dying at the rate of nearly one million deaths per year from diarrhoea and dysentery. These diseases are linked to both poor sanitation and contaminated drinking water. In the Pacific Ocean, Kiribati ... -
The effects of helicopter noise on perceived tranquillity in New Zealand national parks.
(University of Canterbury, 2017)This study aimed to review methods of subjective tranquillity testing, which were then applied to the New Zealand population. This was done in order to determine the relationship between reported tranquillity values, ... -
Volunteered geographic information (VGI) for disaster management : a case study for floods in Jakarta.
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Existing studies reveal that Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can be used to enhance disaster management for reducing disaster risks. However, geospatial information acquisition is a key challenge when using GIS for ... -
Assessing the validity of the quartile risk model for predicting deliberate self-harm.
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Deliberate self-harm involves a deliberate physical act with the intent of harming the self, and it is common in both community and clinical populations. There are many precipitants to this behaviour, with dissociation ... -
The sensitivity and specificity of patient-specific QC at the Wellington Blood and Cancer Centre.
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Purpose Patient-specific quality control (QC) plays an important role in assuring the safety of treatment planning and delivery for complex treatment techniques such as volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT). Ideally, ... -
Relational responding task as an implicit measure of depression and psychological flexibility.
(University of Canterbury, 2017)The Relational Responding Task (RRT) is a novel implicit measure of beliefs. In this exploratory study, I sought to examine the utility of the RRT as an implicit measure of cognitive reactivity using a convenient sample ... -
The enhancement of mindfulness through floatation-rest in beginning mindfulness meditators
(University of Canterbury, 2017)Mindfulness is widely used as a psychological intervention and its popularity is continuing to grow. The theory that underpins mindfulness interventions suggests the number of hours spent meditating is correlated with the ... -
A study of winds and waves
(University of Canterbury, 1971)The project involved an observational program to study the lee waves produced over Canterbury due to the Southern Alps over the year 1970 using superpressure balloons and radar-wind/radiosonde balloons. The characteristics ...
