Research@THEA (new): Recent submissions
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Antimicrobial active bioplastics using triangular silver nano-plate integrated polycaprolactone and polylactic acid films
(MDPI, 2021-02-28)An innovative antimicrobial technology for plastic surfaces is presented. We report the synthesis and scale-up of triangular silver nano-plates (TSNPs) and their integration into polycaprolactone (PCL) and polylactic ... -
Comparison of physico chemical and sensory properties of innovative fish spread emulsions manufactured using herring (Clupea harengus) milt, cod (Gadus morhua) roe and plaice (Pleuronectes platessa) roe.
(2020-12)Typically, in Ireland, male and female marine fish gonads are either discarded at sea or processed onshore for low-value fishmeal. The aim of this study was to establish the feasibility of developing emulsion-based ... -
Investigations on the use of exopolysaccharide derived from mycelial extract of Ganoderma lucidum as functional feed ingredient for aquaculture-farmed red hybrid Tilapia ( Oreochromis sp.)
(Elsevier, 2021-02-03)There is growing interest in medicinal fungi for promoting immunomodulation benefits in humans and animals. In this study, exopolysaccharide (EPS) from Ganoderma lucidum was used in feed (EFF) on production of farmed-red ... -
Ti-25Nb-25Ta alloy treated by plasma electrolytic oxidation in phosphoric acid for implant applications
(Rede Latino-Americana de Materiais, 2021)Among titanium alloys with non-toxic elements, the Ti-25Nb-25Ta alloy has good elastic behavior for applications in osseous implants, biocompatibility, and excellent corrosion resistance. The present study aimed to better ... -
Scratch-resistant and well-adhered nanotube arrays produced via anodizing process on β-titanium alloy
(Elsevier, 2021-03)Well-adhered nanotube arrays were produced through the anodizing technique on a Ti-25Nb-25Ta alloy and tribo-mechanically evaluated by nanoindentation and nanoscratch tests. Disregarding substrate effects, the hardness of ... -
WaveGraft –A novel endovascular device concept for restoring the natural arterial cushioning effect
(Atlantis Press, 2020-12)BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The cushioning effect of large, healthy arteries reduces pulsatile afterload to the heart, reduces pulsatility in the microvasculature of target organs, and promotes coronary/cerebral perfusion.(1) ... -
The effect of muscle energy techniques on latent trigger points of the gastrocnemius muscle
(United States Sports Academcy, 2021-02-12)Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness of muscle energy technique post isometric relaxation as a treatment method for latent trigger points within the gastrocnemius muscle. This study also ... -
Disposable face masks and reusable face coverings as non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) to prevent transmission of SARS-CoV-2 variants that cause coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Role of new sustainable NPI design innovations and predictive mathematical modelling
(Elsevier, 2021-02-01)Best-published evidence supports the combined use of vaccines with non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs), to reduce the relative risk of contracting severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) that causes ... -
Use of Zebrafish embryo assay to evaluate toxicity and safety of bioreactor-grown exopolysaccharides and endopolysaccharides from European Ganoderma applanatum mycelium for future aquaculture applications
(MDPI, 2021-02-07)Natural mycelial exopolysaccharide (EPS) and endopolysaccharide (ENS) extracted from bioreactor-cultivated European Ganoderma applanatum mushrooms are of potential high commercial value for both food and adjacent ... -
Evaluation of nutrition knowledge in elite and sub-elite Gaelic football players
(Taylor & Francis, 2021-01-27)Nutrition knowledge is a key factor for consideration when evaluating the dietary intake of athletes. Positive associations have been established between higher nutrition knowledge and improved quality of dietary intake. ... -
Industry 4.0 towards Forestsry 4.0: fire dection use case
(MDPI, 2021-01-20)Forestry 4.0 is inspired by the Industry 4.0 concept, which plays a vital role in the next industrial generation revolution. It is ushering in a new era for efficient and sustainable forest management. Environmental ... -
Supporting the first year experience in higher education: impact on student engagement, teaching practice and institutional policy
(2014)Many students are not prepared for the demands of third level education and first year experience programmes are designed to support this transition and supplement the necessary academic and life skills. In 2009 a first ... -
Towards estimation of emotions from eye pupillometry with low-cost devices
(IEEE, 2021-01-11)Emotional care is important for some patients and their caregivers. Within a clinical or home care situation, technology can be employed to remotely monitor the emotional response of such people. This paper considers ... -
Four quadrant analog multiplier based memristor emulator using single active element
(Elsevier, 2020-02)This paper presents a novel Four Quadrant Analog Multiplier (FQAM) circuit and its applications using a single active element Current Differencing Transconductance Amplifier (CDTA) and two NMOS. This circuit has a cascadability ... -
Low-cost gaze detection with real-time ocular movements using coordinate-convolutional neural networks
(United Kingdom Simulation Society, 2019-10)Detection of ocular-movements unfolds various possibilities in computer vision but requires large datasets, expensive hardware and computational power. Prior research substantiates the belief that Convolutional Neural ... -
Titanium-Niobium (Ti-xNb) alloys with high Nb amounts for applications in biomaterials
(Scielo, 2020-11-10)The present study produced binary titanium-niobium alloys Ti-xNb with high niobium percentage (x = 50, 80 e 90 wt.%) aiming to apply it as a base material in osseous implant devices. The produced TiNb alloys presented a ... -
Gaelic football match-play: performance attenuation and timeline of recovery
(MDPI, 2020-12-17)This study investigated acute changes in markers of fatigue and performance attenuation during and following a competitive senior club-level Gaelic football match. Forty-one players were tested immediately pre-match, at ... -
Production of polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) and factors impacting its chemical and mechanical characteristics
(MDPI, 2020-12-04)Plastic pollution is fueling the grave environmental threats currently facing humans, the animal kingdom, and the planet. The pursuit of renewable resourced biodegradable materials commenced in the 1970s with the need for ... -
β-glucan metabolic and immunomodulatory properties and potential for clinical application
(MDPI, 2020-12-10)β-glucans are complex polysaccharides that are found in several plants and foods, including mushrooms. β-glucans display an array of potentially therapeutic properties. β-glucans have metabolic and gastro-intestinal effects, ... -
Irish women modernists and animation practice as a reclamation of cultural and artistic space
(Society for Animation Studies, 2020-12-09)Ireland’s geographical position is an important factor to consider regarding animation practices and techniques that were developing in both North America and Europe during the early-twentieth century. Irish artists and ...
