Theses - Science ITS: Recent submissions
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The appraisal of mesophilic anaerobic digestion and thermophilic aerobic digestion in the treatment of municipal sludge in Ireland
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2003-07)It has been well documented that the optimum feedstock for anaerobic digesters consists of readily biodegradable compounds, as found in primary sludge or even a mixed substrate of primary and excess activated sludge. Due ... -
The assessment, management and ecological significance of Irish hedgerows
(Institute of Technology, Sligo (Regional Technical College, Sligo), 1994-06)The vast network of hedges in Ireland provide habitats of great importance to the wildlife of the country, yet surprisingly enough, only very limited survey work has been carried out on our hedgerows in the past. Now with ... -
A review of the development of regional sludge treatment centres and a baseline characterisation of Irish sewage sludges
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2003)This Study assessed the development of sludge treatment and reuse policy since the original 1993 National Sludge Strategy Report (Weston-FTA, 1993). A review of the 48 sludge treatment centres, current wastewater treatment ... -
A comparative study of the physical, chemical and microbiological status of soils, as influenced by conventional and reduced tillage
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2004)Historically, shifts to reduced and no-tillage management for production of crops were fostered by needs to decrease soil erosion and loss of organic matter, reduce fuel and labour costs and conserve soil water, as compared ... -
Bioremediation of diesel contaminated soils : an investigation into the effects of biosurfactant and organic matter amendments
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2002-08)The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of biosurfactants and organic matter amendments on the bioremediation of diesel contaminated soil. Two strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa with the ability to produce ... -
Transfer of radionuclides from soil to vegetation in selected Irish ecosystems
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2008)This thesis details the findings of a study relating the transfer of 238U, 228Ra (232Th), 226Ra, and 137Cs from soil to vegetation in an Atlantic blanket bog, upland blanket bog and semi-natural grassland situated along ... -
An evaluation of septic tank effluent movement in soil and groundwater systems
(Institute of Technology, Sligo (Regional Technical College, Sligo), 1990-08)Recent studies have shown that septic tank systems are a major source of groundwater pollution. Many public health workers feel that the most cri^cal aspect of the use of septic tanks as a means of sewage disposal is the ... -
A comparison of environmental licensing systems in operation in the wood panel manufacturing industry in the Northern Hemisphere
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2001-08)The objective of this thesis is to compare and contrast environmental licensing systems, for the wood panel industry, in a number of countries in order to determine which system is the best from an environmental and ... -
The vulnerability to pollution and hydrochemical variation of eleven springs (catchments) in the karst lowlands of the west of Ireland
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 1995-06)The vulnerability to pollution and hydrochemical variation of groundwater in the mid-west karstic lowlands of Ireland were investigated from October 1992 to September 1993, as part of an EU STRIDE project at Sligo Regional ... -
Analysis of haemochromatosis mutations in the North West population
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2006-06)Background: Hereditary haemochromatosis is a heritable disorder caused by an inborn error in the metabolism of iron. It results in over absorption of iron by the body, which can manifest clinically as fatigue, arthritis, ... -
An investigation of soil quality parameters relating to agricultural reuse and land disposal options for the management of biosolids
(Institute of Technology, Sligo, 2003-09)Sludge provides valuable nutrients to soil. Application of sludge to land is subject to a number of limitations. Its use as a soil conditioner represents a "beneficial reuse option". Primary and secondary sludge from ...
