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Understanding The Role Of Social Media In Breastfeeding: A Mixed Methods Study, Kara Skelton
Understanding The Role Of Social Media In Breastfeeding: A Mixed Methods Study, Kara Skelton
All ETDs from UAB
Background: Breastfeeding is well known as the optimal source of nutrition for the first year of life. However, suboptimal exclusively breastfeeding rates in the US are still prevalent despite numerous calls to action at the national level. A mixed-methods study was conducted to explore social media group’ impact on breastfeeding related knowledge, attitudes and behaviors. Participants were recruited from one online social media pro-breastfeeding group. Online Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) were conducted with 21 women; Key Informant Interviews were conducted with 12 mothers. Qualitative data were aggregated for thematic analysis. A survey was developed based on findings from the qualitative …
Pathological Changes In Hippocampal Synaptic Transmission And Neuronal Function During Early Disease In The Novel Tgf344-Ad Rat Model, Lindsey Allyson Smith
Pathological Changes In Hippocampal Synaptic Transmission And Neuronal Function During Early Disease In The Novel Tgf344-Ad Rat Model, Lindsey Allyson Smith
All ETDs from UAB
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the leading cause of dementia in those 65 years and older and the 6th leading cause of death in the United Sates. Current treatments only target symptoms of the disease and cannot slow or halt disease progression. The novel and comprehensive TgF344-AD rodent model may bridge the translational gap previous animal models have failed to traverse by providing the platform to probe pre-lesion synapse dysfunction, which is thought to result primarily from increased levels of toxic soluble amyloid beta and hyperphosphorylated tau. The most recently developed model, the TgF344-AD rat was created in 2013 by insertion …
Regulation Of Macrophage Subsets In Homeostatic And Inflammatory Mucosal Environments, Khalid Alshaghdali
Regulation Of Macrophage Subsets In Homeostatic And Inflammatory Mucosal Environments, Khalid Alshaghdali
Other Faculty of Health Theses
The interaction between epithelial cells and macrophages is integral to mucosal immune fate: determining the decision between tolerance and immune activation/inflammation. Endotoxin tolerisation (ET) is a circumstance where cells go through a hypo-responsive state, unable to respond to further endotoxin-LPS challenge. Mucosal macrophages (MΦs) have a dual functionality that determines tolerance to commensal organisms or immune response to entropathogens such as E. coli. In the case of mucosal inflammatory pathologies, such as Crohn’s disease, this state of tolerance is broken, resulting in destruction of gut mucosal tissue where the macrophage phenotype has been altered from a regulatory M2-like subset phenotype …
Antibacterial Nanoparticle - Decorated Carbon Nanotube - Reinforced Calcium Phosphate Composites As Bone Implants, Kiruthika Natesan
Antibacterial Nanoparticle - Decorated Carbon Nanotube - Reinforced Calcium Phosphate Composites As Bone Implants, Kiruthika Natesan
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Hydroxyapatite (HA) is a biologically active ceramic used in surgery to replace bone. While HA promotes bone growth, it suffers from weak mechanical properties and does not possess any antibacterial property. Multi walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs), as one of the strongest and stiffest materials, have the potential to strengthen and toughen HA, thus expanding the range of clinical uses for the material. Furthermore, Silver nanoparticles (Ag NPs) can be decorated to sidewalls of the MWCNTs which could be released over a period of time to prevent infection following surgery. This work sought to develop and characterise Ag NPs- MWCNTs – …
Commonalities And Differences In Visual And Auditory Multistability, Mihaela Taranu
Commonalities And Differences In Visual And Auditory Multistability, Mihaela Taranu
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Perceptual bi/multi-stability—the phenomenon in which perceptual awareness switches between alternative interpretations of a stimulus—can be elicited by a large range of stimuli. The phenomenon is explored in vision, audition, touch, and even olfaction. The degree to which perceptual switching across visual and auditory bi/multi-stable paradigms depends on common or separate mechanisms remains unanswered. This main question was addressed in the current work by using four ambiguous tasks that give rise to bi/multi-stability and which are thought to involve rivalry at different levels of cognitive processing: auditory streaming and ambiguous-structure-from-motion (low- level tasks), and verbal transformations and ambiguous figures (high-level tasks). …
The Meaning And Process Of Engagement In Outdoor Adventure From An Occupational Science Perspective To Inform Health Promotion And Occupational Therapy Practice., Rosi Raine
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Background: Outdoor adventure can offer meaningful occupations that enhance health and wellbeing. Theory in relation to the meaning of outdoor adventure from an occupational science perspective, and the process by which people become engaged in occupation, is underdeveloped. Methodology: Phenomenological philosophy underpinned the methodology. Five elements are presented in this thesis, data were explored from: a systematic review and meta-synthesis of research exploring the meaning of outdoor adventure; focus groups exploring factors affecting sustained engagement in walking in a community context; adventure autobiographies as exemplars of engagement and outdoor culture; and interviews with participants who engaged in outdoor adventure. Concepts …
Shared Creativity And Flow In Dance Improvisation Practice, Klara Lucznik
Shared Creativity And Flow In Dance Improvisation Practice, Klara Lucznik
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This thesis investigated shared creative processes and the role of flow experience in group dance improvisation. A literature review suggested that dancers associate high-quality performance with 'being in the flow', and that group flow is a peak experience when a group is performing at its highest level. The first study explored the role of flow in dance creative practice and improvisation through qualitative content analysis of individual interviews with six dancers. Absorption with activity and enjoyment were themes in dancers' reports of flow. Group improvisation facilitated flow and creativity through maintaining desired focus for longer, lowering self-judgment and inspiring novel …
Setting Priorities For Conducting And Updating Systematic Reviews, Mona Nasser
Setting Priorities For Conducting And Updating Systematic Reviews, Mona Nasser
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Abstract Systematic reviews - appraisal and synthesis of all primary research - are increasingly being used to inform policy and practice in health care. Therefore, it is important to understand how the key questions in systematic reviews are identified and prioritised and whether they are relevant to policy makers, practitioners and members of the public. Research priority setting (RPS) is usually defined as any interpersonal activity that leads to the selection of topics and/or choices of key questions to investigate . Diverse approaches to setting research priorities are used in different countries, regions and organisations. There is no consensus in …
The Effect Of Psychological Factors On Morality. The Role Of Culture And Moral Foundations., Azizah Alqahtani
The Effect Of Psychological Factors On Morality. The Role Of Culture And Moral Foundations., Azizah Alqahtani
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The main aim of this PhD research was to explore the cultural differences in moral judgment, moral behaviour, moral identity, and cultural values between Saudi Arabia and United Kingdom. Furthermore, I was interested in the psychological factors affecting morality in those two cultures. The first study aimed to achieve the following objectives: to understand people’s moral judgment in Saudi Arabia and the UK, to investigate whether and how personality traits and cultural values affect moral judgment in five moral foundations (harm avoidance, justice, ingroup, authority, purity), and to investigate whether personality traits and cultural values are related differently or similarly …
Functional Imagery Training, A Novel, Theory-Based Motivational Intervention For Weight-Loss, Linda Solbrig
Functional Imagery Training, A Novel, Theory-Based Motivational Intervention For Weight-Loss, Linda Solbrig
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This thesis investigates the acceptability and efficacy of Functional Imagery Training (FIT), a motivational intervention for weight-management. FIT is based on Elaborated Intrusion Theory, delivered in the style of Motivational interviewing (MI), and designed to promote sustained behaviour change and address cravings. It trains the habitual use of affective, goal-directed mental imagery of personal incentives, using imagery to plan behaviours, anticipate obstacles, and mentally try out solutions from previous successes. Participants are taught to update their imagery from their experience, and to generalise their imagery skills to new goals. In study 1, focus groups explored problems and wishes in regards …
Evidence Based Strategies To Establish Population-Based Cervical Cancer Screening In Kirkuk, Iraq, Suhailah Ali
Evidence Based Strategies To Establish Population-Based Cervical Cancer Screening In Kirkuk, Iraq, Suhailah Ali
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Background: Cervical cancer may be fatal to women if not identified and treated early. In Iraq, cervical cancer ranks as the 10th most frequent cancer among women between 15-44 years of age, with about 291 new cervical cancer cases diagnosed annually. Cervical cancer can be prevented in two ways: primary prevention aimed at preventing HPV infection through prophylactic HPV vaccinations; and secondary prevention aimed at preventing precancerous lesions from progressing into invasive lesions through screening. Cervical cancer screening is under researched in Iraq. It is clear that Iraq’s years of isolation and disorder has resulted in a loss of research …
Facilitating Midwifery Involvement In Managing Gestational Weight Gain In Pregnant Women Living With Obesity, Emma Hazeldine
Facilitating Midwifery Involvement In Managing Gestational Weight Gain In Pregnant Women Living With Obesity, Emma Hazeldine
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Overview: Pregnant women living with obesity are at increased risk of pregnancy complications, with risks rising as Body Mass Index (BMI) increases. Midwives are willing to support women with managing their gestational weight gain but lack confidence and access to supporting resources. In the UK there are no interventions that aim to change the intention and behaviour of midwives, to support women with managing their gestational weight gain. The Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) (Ajzen, 1985) was utilised to frame the design of a behaviour change intervention for midwives. This three-phase study conducted a qualitative needs assessment, intervention design, and …
Ocular Biomechanics Of The Anterior Segment, Daniela Oehring
Ocular Biomechanics Of The Anterior Segment, Daniela Oehring
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The thesis investigates methods of examining corneal biomechanics using non-contact tonometry and introduces novel techniques to investigate corneal material properties in vivo. A comprehensive systems analysis of the CorvisST (CST) and Ocular Response Analyser (ORA) was performed. Pressure sensors were used to characterisation the airflow produced by the CST and the ORA. Distinct differences were observed between the central airflow pressures between the two devices: the CST pressure was higher and of shorter duration. Scheimpflug high-speed imaging via the CST allowed components of the corneal deformation to be investigated and the development of a 3D deformation matrix (time, depth and …
Assessing Cognitive Functions In Arabic And English Speaking Populations, Bazah Almubark
Assessing Cognitive Functions In Arabic And English Speaking Populations, Bazah Almubark
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The aims of this thesis are to assess cognitive functions in adult Arabic populations for clinical purposes, and to examine resulting cultural differences between Arabic and English speaking populations. In the first study, we translated, culturally adapted and validated an existing cognitive screening tool (Cognistat) for its use with Arabic adults with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), and we examined the differences in cognitive performance between Arabic and English individuals. A total of 107 healthy Arabic speaking adults and 62 ABI patients (30 stroke and 32 traumatic brain injury; TBI) between 18-60 years were involved in the study. The results indicated …
The Timing And Composition Of Gestational Weight Gain And The Impact On Neonatal Anthropometry, Kathy Redfern
The Timing And Composition Of Gestational Weight Gain And The Impact On Neonatal Anthropometry, Kathy Redfern
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Background: Numerous maternal factors, such as body mass index (BMI), gestational weight gain (GWG), diet and physical activity (PA) have been shown to impact infant birth weight. In the UK, antenatal care tends to be based on pre-pregnancy BMI and women are not weighed routinely during pregnancy nor are there guidelines for GWG. However, it is widely acknowledged that maternal obesity and GWG in excess of the American Institute of Medicine guidelines are associated with increased risk of foetal macrosomia and recent studies have suggested a role of the timing and composition of GWG beyond that of BMI. The purpose …
A Behavioural And Cognitive Neuroscience Investigation Of Deceptive Communication, Chun-Wei Hsu
A Behavioural And Cognitive Neuroscience Investigation Of Deceptive Communication, Chun-Wei Hsu
Other Faculty of Health Theses
There is a rich literature on how people tell lies and detect them in others, but the underlying mechanisms are still poorly understood. The first aim of this thesis was to elucidate key cognitive and neural processes underlying cued (i.e., instructed) and uncued lies. The second aim, based on recent research suggesting a link between dishonesty and creativity, was to determine whether creative cognition contributes to deceptive communication. In a first behavioural study, performance on generating and detecting lies was measured in a socially interactive setting involving cued and uncued lies. Results of a multiple regression analysis showed that creativity …
The Constitutional Right To Asylum: The Wave Of The Future In International Refugee Law?, Stephen Meili
The Constitutional Right To Asylum: The Wave Of The Future In International Refugee Law?, Stephen Meili
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
Global Regulatory Standards And Secured Transactions Law Reforms: At The Crossroad Between Access To Credit And Financial Stability, Giuliano G. Castellano, Marek Dubovec
Global Regulatory Standards And Secured Transactions Law Reforms: At The Crossroad Between Access To Credit And Financial Stability, Giuliano G. Castellano, Marek Dubovec
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
Supervisory Cooperation In The Single Market For Financial Services: United In Diversity?, Dr. Pablo Iglesias-RodríGuez
Supervisory Cooperation In The Single Market For Financial Services: United In Diversity?, Dr. Pablo Iglesias-RodríGuez
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
Pragmatism Over Principles: The International Criminal Court And A Human Rights-Based Approach To Judicial Interpretation, Dr. Brianne Mcgonigle Leyh
Pragmatism Over Principles: The International Criminal Court And A Human Rights-Based Approach To Judicial Interpretation, Dr. Brianne Mcgonigle Leyh
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
Where Is The Morality? Moral Rights In International Intellectual Property And Trade Law, Elizabeth SchéRé
Where Is The Morality? Moral Rights In International Intellectual Property And Trade Law, Elizabeth SchéRé
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
A Framework For Interest Awards In International Arbitration, M. Alexis Maniatis, Florin Dorobantu, Fabricio Nunez
A Framework For Interest Awards In International Arbitration, M. Alexis Maniatis, Florin Dorobantu, Fabricio Nunez
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
It's All About The Data: The Impact Of The Eu General Data Protection Regulation On International Arbitration, Kathleen Paisley
It's All About The Data: The Impact Of The Eu General Data Protection Regulation On International Arbitration, Kathleen Paisley
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
A Mock Arbitration For Your Case: Optimizing Your Strategies And Maximizing Success, Edna Sussman, James Lawrence
A Mock Arbitration For Your Case: Optimizing Your Strategies And Maximizing Success, Edna Sussman, James Lawrence
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
Rights Lawyering In Xi's China: Innovation In The Midst Of Marginalization, Joy L. Chia
Rights Lawyering In Xi's China: Innovation In The Midst Of Marginalization, Joy L. Chia
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
After The July 9 (709) Crackdown: The Future Of Human Rights Lawyering, Hualing Fu, Han Zhu
After The July 9 (709) Crackdown: The Future Of Human Rights Lawyering, Hualing Fu, Han Zhu
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
The Specter Of A Generalissimo: The Original Understanding Of The President's Defensive War Powers, Jonathan G. D'Errico
The Specter Of A Generalissimo: The Original Understanding Of The President's Defensive War Powers, Jonathan G. D'Errico
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
A Professional Project In The South Pacific: Regionalism And Reforming Solomon Islands' Legal Profession, Francesca Bartlett
A Professional Project In The South Pacific: Regionalism And Reforming Solomon Islands' Legal Profession, Francesca Bartlett
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
Who Is Worthy? Non-Lawyer Participation In Japanese And Singaporean Lawyer Disciplinary Systems, Dr. Kay-Wah Chan, Helena Whalen-Bridge
Who Is Worthy? Non-Lawyer Participation In Japanese And Singaporean Lawyer Disciplinary Systems, Dr. Kay-Wah Chan, Helena Whalen-Bridge
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.
The State's Role In The Regulation And Provision Of Legal Services In South Africa And The United States: Supporting, Nudging, Or Interfering?, Helen Kruuse, Philip Genty
The State's Role In The Regulation And Provision Of Legal Services In South Africa And The United States: Supporting, Nudging, Or Interfering?, Helen Kruuse, Philip Genty
Fordham International Law Journal
No abstract provided.