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Ecological Dynamics In Beaver-Engineered Boreal Wetlands: Amphibian Phenology, Occupancy, And Aquatic Macroinvertebrate Communities, Talon Stammen
Ecological Dynamics In Beaver-Engineered Boreal Wetlands: Amphibian Phenology, Occupancy, And Aquatic Macroinvertebrate Communities, Talon Stammen
Theses and Dissertations
Boreal wetlands are ecologically rich yet vulnerable ecosystems shaped by hydrological dynamics, cold climate regimes, and landscape-scale disturbances. Among the most influential agents of change in these systems are beavers (Castor canadensis), whose engineering activities create a mosaic of lentic habitats at varying stages of ecological succession. This dissertation investigates the structure and dynamics of amphibian and aquatic macroinvertebrate communities across a beaver-influenced wetland landscape in Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota, USA.The first study (Chapter II) examines breeding phenology and detection patterns of boreal anurans using a combination of passive acoustic monitoring and visual encounter surveys at 25 wetlands over four …
To Identify Key Determinants Of Green Hrm: Evidence From The United Nations, Jin Woong Yoo, Saeyeon Roh, Georgina Raper
To Identify Key Determinants Of Green Hrm: Evidence From The United Nations, Jin Woong Yoo, Saeyeon Roh, Georgina Raper
Plymouth Business School
Purpose: This study aims to discover key driving factors towards the implementation of Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) in the United Nations (UN) in South Korea. Design/methodology/approach: As a mixed method, we collected quantitative and qualitative data sets from Human Resource (HR) practitioners or experts in the UN in South Korea. While the survey data was analysed by employing the Consistent Fuzzy Preference Relations (CFPR) method, the qualitative data was analysed through thematic analysis. Findings: Among HR practice, organisation, HR initiative and leadership dimensions, green recruitment from HR practice is deemed the most vital determinant of GHRM. This study concluded …
Do Food Planner Apps Enhance Responsible Food Consumption? The Impact Of Perceptual Antecedents And Moderating Effects On Usage Intention, Rajat Subhra Chatterjee, Irfan Hameed, Ranjan Chaudhuri, Demetris Vrontis, Sumana Chaudhuri, Sheshadri Chatterjee
Do Food Planner Apps Enhance Responsible Food Consumption? The Impact Of Perceptual Antecedents And Moderating Effects On Usage Intention, Rajat Subhra Chatterjee, Irfan Hameed, Ranjan Chaudhuri, Demetris Vrontis, Sumana Chaudhuri, Sheshadri Chatterjee
Plymouth Business School
Purpose: A food planner app helps users to create meal plans and recipes to their preferences, dietary requirements and lifestyle needs. Many food planner apps also could assist with grocery lists, calorie tracking, food waste management and reminders to users. But there is less adoption of such apps. Limited studies examine reasons for non-adaptability, emphasizing the need for more research. This research addresses this gap by observing the effect of pertinent factors such as expectant outcome and openness to change on the extended technology acceptance model. Design/methodology/approach: Drawing on theories and extant literature, a theoretical model was developed. The model …
The Necessity Of Electric School Bus: A Comparative Study Of Myanmar And Vietnam, Yang Ho Lee, Saeyeon Roh, Jin Woong Yoo
The Necessity Of Electric School Bus: A Comparative Study Of Myanmar And Vietnam, Yang Ho Lee, Saeyeon Roh, Jin Woong Yoo
Plymouth Business School
Purpose: This research aims to ascertain key factors which influence the necessity of South Korean electric school buses in Myanmar and Vietnam. The interest in business sustainability and the demand for electric or safe school buses are increasing in Myanmar and Vietnam. Design/methodology/approach: As quantitative research, this study relies on a non-probability sampling method to collect data sets from experts in both countries. As this research covers three steps, including 1) literature reviews, 2) preliminary analysis and 3) Consistent Fuzzy Preference Relations (CFPR) analysis, robust outcomes were found and established in this study. Findings: Among five driving factors, including 1) …
Forming Of Economies Of Wellbeing Through Responsive Practice In Everyday Life, Julie Richardson
Forming Of Economies Of Wellbeing Through Responsive Practice In Everyday Life, Julie Richardson
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
In recent years, most Western economies have increasingly focused on the narrow pursuit of economic growth with its unintended and undesirable impacts on the wellbeing of people and planet being well-documented. This has led to the growth in ‘alternative economics’ that addresses these critiques and proposes new economic models. However, alongside these critiques, there is another that questions the modern scientific approach underpinning economics, arguing that it overlooks the importance of lived experience, creating feelings of detachment in the economic practitioner as well as undermining the relevance and effectiveness of economics and policy making. The research develops a more responsive …
Affective Belongings And Remediating Practices: Visualising Imperial Formations And Unlearning Whiteness In Relation To British Immigration In So-Called Australia., Sian Gouldstone
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
In so-called Australia, the legacies of British colonialism remain unsettled and unresolved, socially, politically and culturally. This thesis consists of a written and practice element that together explore whiteness and photography, and the ways they create and sustain affective atmospheres of imperial duress in suburban Naarm (Melbourne). The origins of this enquiry lie in my family histories of immigration and personal encounters with Australianness and Britishness. From these experiences, I identify a personal, nostalgic, cryptic and mythological sense of belonging. Thus, I explore the critical spaces where nostalgia, belonging and whiteness overlap using digital photographic experimentations. My practices think through …
Mesotopia: Towards A Place Of Lyrical Inquiry, Tristan Verran
Mesotopia: Towards A Place Of Lyrical Inquiry, Tristan Verran
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
This research project is a comprehensive investigation into the practical applications of a theoretical place of creative intuition I have called ‘the mesotopia’. A mesotopia is a place between conceptual and physical terrains in which inter-object experiential encounters are turned into communicative events. Mesotopian thinking unsettles purely anthropocentric utopian or dystopian future visions, as well as romantic images of Arcadian pasts. I have been attending to the material present of our coastal regions while attempting to intuit, rather than imagine, concealed aspects of these compositional sites. This thesis argues that attending to local environments using a more embodied form of …
Creative Psychotherapy, Including Art. A Module For Pluralistic Identities And A Case Study From An Artist's Perspective., Amani Alsaad
Creative Psychotherapy, Including Art. A Module For Pluralistic Identities And A Case Study From An Artist's Perspective., Amani Alsaad
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
This thesis investigates the complexities of pluralistic identities, focusing on Arab Muslims in non-Muslim countries and Westerners residing in the Arabian Gulf. Grounded in the author’s dual heritage as an Arab Muslim artist and psychological practitioner, this study offers a distinctive perspective informed by lived experience. The author’s unique background, shaped by a Saudi Arabian birthplace and upbringing in the United Kingdom, serves as a foundation for this multidisciplinary research.The study aims to develop a creative psychotherapy module integrating art-making as a therapeutic technique to address the mental health challenges faced by individuals with pluralistic identities. These challenges, arising from …
Ontological Machines: Subjectivity And Relational Desire In Immersive And Interactive Environments, Toby Chanter
Ontological Machines: Subjectivity And Relational Desire In Immersive And Interactive Environments, Toby Chanter
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
This practice-based artistic research focuses on two contemporary spaces; namely the pedagogical spaces of healthcare Simulation Based Education (SBE), and the exhibition spaces of installation art. These seemingly unrelated activities share a range of technological and operational similarities that render their combined study under the banner of ‘immersive and interactive environments’ both novel and necessary. The lack of broad engagement with questions of representation, aesthetics, and affect is conspicuous in an educational practice that is reliant on, and implemented through, a network of overtly visual mediums, material technologies, and sensory modalities. In healthcare SBE, clinical skills are acquired, and medical …
And The Skylarks Called Out Your Name: Posthuman Encounters With Loss Through Embracing The More-Than-Human World., Jennifer-Anne Bradbury-Crowther
And The Skylarks Called Out Your Name: Posthuman Encounters With Loss Through Embracing The More-Than-Human World., Jennifer-Anne Bradbury-Crowther
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
Howling at the sea, tears in damp morning air, songs on the wind, syrup-thick summer warmth, dawn before midnight, red moon, humming, whispers. Meet me where the sky meets the sea. This thesis proposes that immersion in the more-than-human world offers possibilities for an exploration of loss and its transformative potential. Loss here not only relates to personal bereavement, but also to a lack of connection with the natural world; in these post-Covid days many are feeling overwhelmed by feelings of isolation and alienation and a sense that something intrinsic has been lost in the modern world.Posthumanism creates a supportive …
Grassroots Playwriting : Practice-Led Research Exploring The Impact Of Producing Historical Verse Drama For A Local Community, Chris Savery
Grassroots Playwriting : Practice-Led Research Exploring The Impact Of Producing Historical Verse Drama For A Local Community, Chris Savery
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
Christ SaveryGrassroots Playwriting: Practice-led research exploring the Impact of Producing Historical Verse Drama for a local CommunityOver the past thirty years, Practice as Research has contributed to a deeper understanding of theatre ecology, particularly in relation to the complexities and nuances of grassroots community theatre. This study builds upon this body of knowledge by addressing the question: How can the creation and performance of a historical verse drama by a self-producing grassroots playwright serve as a catalyst for community engagement? Central to this thesis is the investigation into my role as a self-producing playwright within the context of grassroots theatre, …
Zen And The Art Of Praxis: New Adventures In Live Coding, Quantum Computing, And The Web., Peter Thomas
Zen And The Art Of Praxis: New Adventures In Live Coding, Quantum Computing, And The Web., Peter Thomas
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
In recent years, quantum computing has emerged from the realm of science fiction, becoming a real-world discipline with practical applications. Although NISQ-era hardware imposes significant limitations, and the case for quantum advantage over classical algorithms remains largely theoretical, its potential is being increasingly embraced by the arts; a domain where the merit of exploring new terrain may outweigh the need for technical precision. In particular, quantum computer music has evolved from its origins as a branch of unconventional computing, to an established practice with a growing global community of composers, performers, and researchers. However, the available tools remain largely experimental: …
Opening Spaces For The Emergence Of Community Economy Initiatives, Timothy Crabtree
Opening Spaces For The Emergence Of Community Economy Initiatives, Timothy Crabtree
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
The background to the thesis is the crisis of affordable housing in the UK, and the emergence of community housing initiatives as a response. There are enabling organisations which provide support, but despite an increasing recognition of the contribution that housing makes to carbon emissions, affordability rather than sustainability remains the primary focus. In particular, the use of natural materials with low embodied carbon is often dismissed as unaffordable. The thesis therefore explores how a community housing enabling organisation might reconcile the apparently conflicting aims of affordability and sustainability. There is a gap in research into this area, in particular …
Un-Framing Transiting Trajectories: A ‘Beyond Disciplinary’ Approach To Curating In The Context Of Art And Science Discourse, Christina Ioanna Kazakou
Un-Framing Transiting Trajectories: A ‘Beyond Disciplinary’ Approach To Curating In The Context Of Art And Science Discourse, Christina Ioanna Kazakou
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
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Above And Below The Horizon: A Practice-Led Investigation Into Liminal Thresholds Of Bodies Of Water, Rachael Allain
Above And Below The Horizon: A Practice-Led Investigation Into Liminal Thresholds Of Bodies Of Water, Rachael Allain
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
This thesis contributes to the debate on the interactions between art, science, and phenomenological experience, whilst offering new possibilities for investigation in this interdisciplinary field. The research investigated thresholds of the aquatic horizon; the outline in the distance where sky and water appear to coalesce. Artistic practice and critical discourse challenged and interrogated the intersection between analogue and digital, still and moving technologies, revealing aspects of the physical and conceptual horizons within and beyond the visible light spectrum. A range of theoretical concepts reconfigured my readings and interpretations of the phases of experience, through liminality and phenomenology. This provided a …
The Resistant Body In Sound: Cripping Music Creation Through Technology, Embodiment, And Disability Philosophy, Amble Ysgawen-Skuse
The Resistant Body In Sound: Cripping Music Creation Through Technology, Embodiment, And Disability Philosophy, Amble Ysgawen-Skuse
School of Art, Design and Architecture Theses
We are currently in a period where many music organisations are beginning to engage with disabled artists as a part of their diversity agenda. However, practice seems limited to questions of physical access to spaces and asks little around the philosophies of disability and how that might change the way that we think about working with disabled creatives. If issues of physical access are all that are taken into consideration we risk creating projects which embed ableists assumptions and practices into our disabled music making, which results in negative experiences for disabled artists. In order to make the progression of …
Determinants Of Sme Internationalisation In Developing Economies: An In-Depth Analysis Of The Sri Lankan Market, Sumalka Mendis
Determinants Of Sme Internationalisation In Developing Economies: An In-Depth Analysis Of The Sri Lankan Market, Sumalka Mendis
Plymouth Business School Theses
This research explores how internationalisation intersects with Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) when considering the global economy. The focus of the research is on the ways in which SMEs engage in internationalisation, particularly through exporting, and examines the role of government policies in supporting this process. The study highlights a noticeable research gap related to the barriers encountered by SMEs in underdeveloped economies and the service sector. These areas have received little attention in existing literature, which are focussed on developed nations and considering manufacturing firms.Through a case study of Sri Lanka, this research aims to evaluate the barriers towards …
An Investigation Of Maritime Piracy And Its Implications To The Development And Sustainability Of The Port Harcourt Seaport, Its Local Communities And The Niger Delta Region In Nigeria., Nsikan Umoette
Plymouth Business School Theses
ABSTRACTWithin the last decade, widespread ramifications of maritime piracy occasioned by insurmountable piratical attacks in the Gulf of Guinea region have been evidently seen in the Nigerian territorial waters with hallmarks on strategic areas in the Niger Delta region, Nigeria – the Port Harcourt seaport, its local communities, and the Niger Delta region. It is against this backdrop that this study investigates maritime piracy and its implications for the development and sustainability of the Port Harcourt Seaport, its local communities, and the Niger Delta region in Nigeria. Incorporating maritime piracy and sustainability in the literature review showed the social and …
The Eastern Mediterranean Sea Energy Diplomacy: The Case Of Lebanon 2012-2022, Hoda Taktak
The Eastern Mediterranean Sea Energy Diplomacy: The Case Of Lebanon 2012-2022, Hoda Taktak
Plymouth Business School Theses
This thesis explores the geopolitical implications of energy discoveries in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea (EMS) region, with a particular focus on Lebanon's role within this complex dynamic. The research examines how energy governance, security challenges, and regional conflict and cooperation shape Lebanon's ability to leverage its energy resources from 2012 to 2022. Through interviews with thirty top professionals in the field, the study offers an in-depth examination of the evolving geopolitical and geoeconomic dynamics resulting from maritime boundary disputes, regional tensions, and Lebanon’s energy potential.While energy discoveries in the EMS region present significant opportunities, Lebanon faces challenges in unlocking its …
Factors Influencing Sustainability Practices In Processes Of Manufacturers In The Nigerian Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Sector, Akintayo Akinrinsola
Factors Influencing Sustainability Practices In Processes Of Manufacturers In The Nigerian Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Sector, Akintayo Akinrinsola
Plymouth Business School Theses
This research investigates the factors influencing the adoption and implementation of sustainability practices and processes in the manufacturing and business operations of organisations in the Nigerian Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. The study is driven by global calls for sustainable industrial practices, this study seeks to understand how internal factors (such as organisational characteristics, culture, resources, and leadership commitment) and external pressures (regulations, consumer expectations, and competitive forces) shape corporate responses to sustainability drivers. The research aims to explore the drivers, barriers, and organizational responses to sustainability is essential for promoting long-term environmental and economic resilience, within this context.The study …
An Investigation Of The Awareness And Preparedness Amongst The Tourism And Event Industries Of The Threat Of A Marine-Based Terrorist Attack., Carleen Martin
An Investigation Of The Awareness And Preparedness Amongst The Tourism And Event Industries Of The Threat Of A Marine-Based Terrorist Attack., Carleen Martin
Plymouth Business School Theses
This study is an investigation of the awareness and preparedness amongst the tourism and event industries of the threat of a marine-based terrorist attack. The purpose was to determine the extent of the threat of a marine-based terrorist attack to the tourism and event industries operating in coastal areas in the United Kingdom and gain an in depth understanding of the perception, awareness, and preparedness of marine-based terrorist risk held by the multiple stakeholders involved. This research took a qualitative approach obtaining the expert testimonies of senior operatives in the field who have been involved in the emergency response to …
The Implementation Of The Guiding Principles On Business And Human Rights By The Office Of The United Nations High Commissioner For Refugees (Unhcr), Reema Al Kyed
Plymouth Business School Theses
ABSTRACTThe Implementation of the Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)Reema Issa Al KyedThis thesis examines the compliance of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs), focusing on its commitment to respecting human rights, exercising due diligence, and enabling remediation for adverse impacts. The study has four key objectives: evaluating the relevance of sociological and human rights theories for implementing the UNGPs, assessing UNHCR’s compliance with the UNGPs, identifying areas for improvement, and …
The Impact Of Talent Management On Process Innovation Implementation In The Upstream Oil And Gas Sector, Salim Al Daraai
The Impact Of Talent Management On Process Innovation Implementation In The Upstream Oil And Gas Sector, Salim Al Daraai
Plymouth Business School Theses
The oil and gas industry is vital industry in the world. Specifically, the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, serving as a primary source of energy and revenue generation. It involves exploration and development activities, where exploration involves identifying petroleum resources, including drilling and seismic surveys. In contrast, production involves a way to extract petroleum from the ground. Moreover, the oil and gas industry is highly competitive and rapidly evolving. Process innovation implementation plays an important role in the success and sustainability of organizations in the oil and gas industries. …
Reactive Power Potential: A Contribution Of Hydropower For The Energy Transition, Michael Bohlinger
Reactive Power Potential: A Contribution Of Hydropower For The Energy Transition, Michael Bohlinger
Plymouth Business School Theses
The growing challenges of climate change and the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions make Germany’s Energy Transition a crucial step in addressing these global issues. Climate change, driven largely by rising CO₂ levels, demands a swift shift to renewable energy to minimise its impact on the environment and society. At the same time, the gradual phase-out of conventional power plants presents significant challenges for the electricity grid, especially in terms of expanding the network and ensuring its reliability. This study explores the critical role of hydropower plants in stabilizing the energy system. In addition to generating renewable energy, hydropower …
Analysing Visitors’ Emotions, Testing The Dramma Model, And Using Reflective Practice For Guided Walk Development, Jane Webb
Plymouth Business School Theses
This thesis examines the relationship between visitor engagement, aura, nostalgia, and emotion in guided walks, demonstrating how these concepts influence the tourism experience. The study advances understanding by offering a pragmatic insight into visitor emotions during co-creation. To achieve the aims, a study of Facebook posts was performed to understand the ties between current and former residents of Torbay. The research's significance stems from its comprehensive examination of visitors' emotional and subjective well-being (DRAMMA) during guided walks. The work assessed contributed to the DRAMMA Model, encompassing detachment, recovery, autonomy, mastery, meaning, and affiliation. The methodological approach follows an interpretative route, …
Investigating The Impact Of Human Resource Practices On The Experiences Of Nigerian Seafaring Officers: An In-Depth Analysis Of The Shipping Industry In Nigeria, Mariah Adeboboye
Investigating The Impact Of Human Resource Practices On The Experiences Of Nigerian Seafaring Officers: An In-Depth Analysis Of The Shipping Industry In Nigeria, Mariah Adeboboye
Plymouth Business School Theses
The maritime industry, a critical component of Nigeria's economic infrastructure, relies heavily on the expertise and dedication of its seafaring officers. Drawing on motivation and commitment theories, this study offers a thorough analysis of the prevalent shipping industry practices within the Nigerian setting, exploring the complex effects of human resource practices on the experiences of Nigerian seafaring officers. Taking a pragmatic ontological position supported by a mixed-methods approach, this study combined qualitative interviews with forty-five seafaring officers, six former seafaring officers and six maritime industry Human Resource managers, alongside crosstabulation analyses of 174 seafaring officer’s questionnaire responses. This study examines …
Stakeholder Engagement In Commercial Art Galleries In Damascus, Syria, Mohamadia Alnasan
Stakeholder Engagement In Commercial Art Galleries In Damascus, Syria, Mohamadia Alnasan
Plymouth Business School Theses
Commercial art galleries (CAGs) are economic and cultural entities at the same time. They depend on stakeholder engagement to thrive and reach success and sustainability. This thesis researches stakeholder engagement in CAGs in Damascus, Syria. Regarding methodology, the thesis adopts case study as a research strategy covering nine commercial art galleries in Damascus as case studies. It conducted 27 face-to-face semi-structured interviews with gallerists and stakeholders, including artists, collectors, critics, and visitors, and 9 participant observation to collect on-site data. It uses thematic and content analysis. The thesis establishes stakeholders for CAGs, examines factors influencing stakeholder engagement according to gallerists …
An Analysis Of Container Port Performance In Lower-Middle-Income Countries; A Case Study Of Nigeria Container Ports, Caleb Danladi
An Analysis Of Container Port Performance In Lower-Middle-Income Countries; A Case Study Of Nigeria Container Ports, Caleb Danladi
Plymouth Business School Theses
Container ports play a vital role in international trade, facilitating the movement of goods and supporting economic development. However, much of the research focus has been on high-income countries, with limited attention given to the performance of ports in LMI countries.This study investigates the performance of container ports in LMI countries, with a specific focus on Nigeria’s container port operations from 2001 to 2012, using a mixed-methods approach. The research is divided into two phases. In the first phase, a two-stage analysis is employed. First, a non-parametric Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) and the Malmquist Productivity Index (MPI) are used to …
The Role Of Sociocultural Factors In Saudi Consumers’ Attitudes Towards Social Media Advertising And Purchase Intentions Within The Clothing Industry, Lamis Aldawish
Plymouth Business School Theses
Social media advertising (SMA) significantly influences consumer purchase behaviour in Saudi Arabia, particularly in the fashion industry. However, Saudi consumers’ attitudes towards fashion advertisements on social media are shaped by sociocultural factors, given the country’s deep-rooted cultural and Islamic principles. With Saudi Vision 2030 driving societal changes and transforming the fashion industry, younger generations (under 45 years) are developing different attitudes compared to older generations (over 45 years). Although notable changes have occurred, existing literature lacks sufficient exploration of how sociocultural factors influence Saudi consumers’ attitudes towards social media advertising and their intentions to purchase clothing. Gaining insight into these …
Tourists’ Immersive Experiences At Dark Tourism Destinations: The Role Of The Spiritualist Medium, Andrew Fry
Tourists’ Immersive Experiences At Dark Tourism Destinations: The Role Of The Spiritualist Medium, Andrew Fry
Plymouth Business School Theses
While immersive experience and dark tourism are established fields, little research has examined how spiritualist mediums shape belief-led, emotionally resonant encounters at historically charged sites. This thesis addresses that gap by investigating how mediums influence emotional engagement, interpretive depth, and perceptions of authenticity. Centred on Bodmin Jail’s After Dark Event, the study adopts a sequential mixed-methods design and integrates quantitative patterns with qualitative mechanisms through joint QUAN–QUAL displays. Findings show that mediumship helps convert arousal into reflective meaning through ritual participation, atmospheric design, and interpretive trust. Anticipated theatricality heightened arousal and “staging” attributions, yet felt authenticity was sustained when the …