University of Waikato Theses: Recently added
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A Sea of Voices: Deep sea mining and the Solwara 1 Project in Papua New Guinea
(The University of Waikato, 2019)Deep sea mining is a new and increasingly important part of the capitalist exploitation of the world’s oceans. Situated off the coast of New Ireland Province, Papua New Guinea, Solwara 1 is expected to become the world’s ... -
Smallholder sugarcane growers, indigenous technical knowledge, and the sugar industry crisis in Fiji
(The University of Waikato, 2019)This is a cross-disciplinary study that draws upon the agronomic, ecological, and social sciences to analyse the current crisis facing the sugar industry in Fiji. Its particular focus is the livelihood crisis facing the ... -
Depreciation, incentives and capital expenditure : A study of New Zealand public companies with special reference to the efficacy of special depreciation and investment allowances
(The University of Waikato, 1975)Special depreciation and investment allowances were introduced to stimulate the capital outlays of firms. In this investigation we determine the extent to which these allowances actually influenced the timing or amount of ... -
Phonological awareness and alphabet knowledge in the acquisition of literacy skills
(The University of Waikato, 1999)The nature of the relationship between phonological awareness and the acquisition of literacy was investigated in a longitudinal study of 29 children during their first two years at school. At the beginning of the study, ... -
Evaluation of near-infrared spectroscopy for analysis of soil and plant in agriculture
(The University of Waikato, 2006)In this research, a critical scientific appraisal of Near Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy for the analysis of soil and plant is presented. Near Infrared measurements in the study were collected using a KESNIR spectrometer with ... -
Phytoplankton dynamics in North Island lakes, New Zealand
(The University of Waikato, 2006)The dynamics of phytoplankton were investigated in 40 lakes of the North Island, New Zealand. A range of environmental variables was examined on different temporal and spatial scales in relation to the surface and DCM ( ... -
Physiological constraints on the latitudinal distribution of the mangrove Avicennia marina (Forsk.) Vierh. subsp. australasica (Walp.) J. Everett in New Zealand
(The University of Waikato, 2006)New Zealand's only mangrove species, Avicennia marina (Forsk.) Vierh. subsp. australasica (Walp) Everett (Avicenniaceae), has a clearly defined southern natural limit around latitude 38° S. Historically, this has been ... -
The synthesis and reactivity of B-aryl {i.e. Beta -aryl} lignin model quinone methides : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry at the University of Waikato
(The University of Waikato, 1987)A range of l,2-diarylpropane-1,3-diols and 2,3-dihydro-2-aryl-7- methoxy-benzofurans were synthesised as model compounds for the B-5 (phenylcoumaran) structural unit found in wood lignin. The syntheses were performed ... -
Persistence and availability of agrichemical residues in New Zealand horticultural soils
(The University of Waikato, 2006)New Zealand has a long history of intensive horticulture and many of the greenfield sites designated for residential development have previously been extensively used for horticulture. Currently there is limited information ... -
Dynamics of internal nutrient loading in a eutrophic, polymictic lake (Lake Rotorua, New Zealand)
(The University of Waikato, 2006)Lake Rotorua is a large (80 krn2), polymictic, eutrophic, shalJow (mean depth 10.8 m) lake in central North Island, New Zealand. Blooms of cyanobacteria and occasional anoxia of bottom waters are characteristic of the ... -
Pressure screening studies with wood pulp
(The University of Waikato, 2006)Pressure screening is used in paper making to separate components of a wood pulp slurry (water, wood fibre and solid contaminant material) and to concentrate the wood fibre. The complex solid-liquid and solid-solid mechanisms ... -
Macroscopic quantum phenomena
(The University of Waikato, 1994)This thesis consists of two parts. Although both are concerned with macroscopic quantum phenomena, I choose to present the two parts quite separately. Macroscopic Quantum Phenomena: Tests of Quantum Mechanics The ... -
Protein from pasture
(The University of Waikato, 1980)Ryegrass, white clover, ryegra.ss/whi te clover and lucerne herbages were used in an industrial pilot-scale study of the effects of regrowth period and season on protein extraction, separation and recovery. Herbage was ... -
Electrospray mass spectrometric analysis of transition metal carbonyl clusters
(The University of Waikato, 2002)A key objective of this thesis was to develop Electrospray (Ionisation) Mass Spectrometry (ESMS) within organometallic chemistry, specifically as a technique for investigating transition metal carbonyl cluster chemistry. ... -
Automated aerial seed planting using biodegradable polymers
(The University of Waikato, 2019)The purpose of the thesis was to undertake a preliminary product design to assess the feasibility of using drone technology to aid reforestation for automated seed planting. This product would be able to increase productivity ... -
An analysis of the surface water resources of the upper Taieri River, Otago
(The University of Waikato, 1975)To plan a water resource survey data collection programme, it is vital to first establish the purpose for which the gathered data are to be used, and the degree of precision of the information at a particular confidence ... -
Stream sediment sources: A comparison between a native forest catchment and a mixed-use pine and pasture catchment in the Waikato Region of New Zealand
(The University of Waikato, 2019)Sediment entering streams and rivers is a global concern for water quality. Suspended sediment can reduce visual clarity, light penetration, and amenity values of water. Transported sediment can also smother benthic fauna ... -
Innovative work behaviour: The influence of multicultural identity, openness to experience and cultural intelligence
(The University of Waikato, 2019)This research aims to conceptualise a response to global trends. The workforce is becoming more diverse and multicultural. If an employee is not culturally competent, conflicts will happen. Cross-cultural misunderstandings ... -
Aspects of the Mechanisms of Alkaline Hydrolysis of Amino Acid Esters
(The University of Waikato, 2005)Thermodynamic proton dissociation constants (K_a^T) of the hydrochlorides of some α-amino acid methyl, ethyl and benzyl esters have been determined by potentiometric titration at 25, 37.1 and 50.2°C, and at I = 0.1 mol ... -
Embedded numeracy teaching practices at an Institute of Technology: Vocational tutors' characterisations of embedding numeracy and related professional development
(The University of Waikato, 2019)As part of a multi-pronged strategy to improve levels of adult numeracy, embedded numeracy provision is a required element of foundation-level vocational education in New Zealand. Embedded numeracy, as it is interpreted ...
