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Advanced statistical and mathematical modelling of a constructed wetland, treating abattoir waste water: A new modelling method for resilience analysis
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2019)The meat processing industry produces high strength toxic waste from the slaughtering processes. Conventional methods were to ship the blood waste products to other companies for treatment, leading to high costs in storage, ... -
Analysis of the vermicomposting process and its implications for plant growth promotion under Irish conditions
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2018)Waste is an ongoing issue, especially in Ireland. Current waste management treatments are becoming unsustainable; therefore, research on alternative methods is being conducted. This project investigates the use of ... -
Biological control capabilities of plant growth promoting bacteria against plant parasitic nematodes and their potential for oilseed rape bioremediation, assessed by nematode bioindicators
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2019)The global population is increasing and the availability of land suitable for food production is in decline. Growing bioenergy crops on contaminated land is an innovative approach to alleviate this land shortage, which in ... -
Can analysis of pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines in matched synovial fluid and serum determine the inflammatory state in knee osteoarthritis?
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2017)Background: The concentrations of pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines in biological specimens may help to determine the inflammatory state of knee osteoarthritis (KOA) in patients. Matrix metalloproteinase-2 and -9 (MMP-2 ... -
Categorising a United States based group insurance carrier’s broker network: A graph theoretic approach
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2019)Researchers have studied business relationships from a variety of perspectives. Business relationships are important for a company to understand both on the supply side and on the distribution side, since they directly ... -
Comparative hydro-geochemistry: Distribution of metal ions in ground water, surface water, soils and plants in the South East of Ireland
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2018)Until recently lithium has been an unpopular, often unthought of metal tucked away on the far left of the periodic table. You might recall a song or two of the same name, or that it is used to treat bipolar disorder, but ... -
Coordinated development of leading biomass pretreatment technologies for the generation of bioethanol from Irish crops
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2017)Increased environmental awareness, coupled with increasing global energy demands, is facilitating the emergence of a green economy; a low carbon, resource efficient and socially inclusive economy aimed at reducing polluting ... -
The effect of competitive Gaelic football match play on player immunoendocrine status
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2019)Introduction: Research by Halson (2014) suggested the importance of monitoring both internal and external training load of athletes to optimise both recovery and subsequent performances. Global Positioning System (GPS) ... -
The effects of cows milk, goats milk, whey protein and an energy-matched carbohydrate drink on recovery from repeated sprinting and jumping in team sport athletes
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2018)Introduction: Effective recovery following intense exercise is integral for any athlete to ensure subsequent performance is optimised (Kellmann, 2010). The aim of this investigation was to determine the effects of cows ... -
The effects of dry needling and radial extracorporeal shockwave therapy on the sensitivity of trigger points in the quadriceps and jump performance: A randomised control trial
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2017)Background: Trigger points (TrPs) can reduce strength. Thus, may reduce jump height. Dry needling (DN) is an effective treatment for TrPs but can cause post-needling soreness, potentially reducing jump performance. Radial ... -
The immediate and sustained effects of mobilisations with movement on the hip range of motion and power and shoulder range of motion and strength
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2018)Introduction. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of a mobilisation with movement (MWM) and self-applied mobilisation with movement (SMWM) treatment on hip extension ROM (°), jump height (cm) and power ... -
Investigating the impact of soil tillage and crop rotation on the bacterial microbiome associated with winter oilseed rape under Irish agronomic conditions
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2018)Modern agriculture is challenged with sustaining a high quality food flow to an increasing global population. Therefore, the agriculture intensification is largely achieved through the use of farm equipment, intensive soil ... -
An investigation into the acute effects of utilising a live strength feedback system to ensure equal bilateral force distribution when performing the Nordic hamstring exercise, a randomised control trial
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2017)Hamstring strain injuries (HSIs) are prevalent in sports that involve sprinting such as soccer, rugby, and athletics (Sconce et al., 2015). HSIs are reported to account for between 12% & 16% of all injuries sustained by ... -
An investigation on the interactions between entomopathogenic nematodes and plant growth promoting bacteria
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2018)Increasing demands on global food production have resulted in the overuse of chemical fertilisers and pesticides, leading to an increase in environmental pollution and pest resistance. Traditional fertiliser applications ... -
Man on the move: an investigation of a ‘real world’ community – based physical activity programme for adult men
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2019)Background: The burden of ill-health and mortality experienced by men across the developed world has prompted calls for more gender-sensitised, health interventions that appeal to men. Using physical activity as a ... -
Microbial bioremediation and physiochemical treatment of landfill leachate
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2019)Landfill leachate (LFL) is an environmentally hazardous waste characterised by elevated levels of organic and inorganic compounds. LFL is produced when water percolates through a landfill picking up the by-products of waste ... -
Nutrient reduction capacity of a novel bioswale system for the reduction of nutrients from farmyard dirty water
(Institute of Technology, Carlow, 2021)The protection of clean water is of paramount importance to both humans and the aquatic environment. The aquatic environment in Ireland is subjected to impacts from many different human activities and pressures. Pollution ... -
Ocular metrics in concussion: An analytical prospective cohort study to establish normative ocular metrics in a healthy sporting population
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2018)Introduction: Concussion diagnosis is a clinical challenge for healthcare providers. Identification of concussion is presently aided by tools such as the Sport Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT3); such tools remain largely ... -
Optochemical detection strategies for heavy metals in water
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2020-11)Groundwater contamination by toxic heavy metals is a serious global issue, therefore, there is an increasing demand for fast, portable and reliable on site monitoring methods for heavy metals in water. Conventional laboratory ... -
A study to evaluate the effects of a neuromuscular injury prevention programme (GAA15) in adolescent males participating in hurling
(Institute of Technology Carlow, 2017)Introduction: Adolescent involvement in organised sport has never been more popular in Ireland, however, this increased level of activity has reportedly caused concern regarding the potential risk and severity of sporting ...
