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Faculty of

Science + Engineering

PhD Graduations 2011

Autumn Conferrings

Pages 3 - 13

Winter Conferrings

Pages 14 - 26

Faculty of

Science + Engineering

Autumn Conferrings

Faculty of Science + Engineering

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Bremer Kort Hinnerk

Thesis: An Optical Fibre Pressure Sensor for Operation in High Temperature Gas Flows

Internal Supervisors: Prof. Elfed Lewis / Dr Gabriel LeenExternal Supervisor: Prof. Steffen LochmanInternal Examiner: Dr Tom NeweExternal Examiner: Prof. Tong Sun, City University LondonChair: Prof. Tim Hall

Carr Shane Martin Joseph

Thesis: The Development of a Radiopaque Nitinol Alloy: Radiopacity and Thermodynamic Stability

Internal Supervisor: Dr Syed TofailInternal Examiner: Prof. Tim McGloughlinExternal Examiner: Prof. Andrej Plecanik, Comenius University, SlovakiaChair: Dr Peter Tiernan

Carroll Brian Gerard

Thesis: An Investigation into the Teaching and Learning of Applications of Mathematics in Senior-Cycle Schools in Ireland

Internal Supervisor: Prof. John O'DonoghueInternal Examiner: Dr Patrick JohnsonExternal Examiner: Prof. Juergen Maasz, University of Linz, AustriaChair: Dr Mark Burke

Chiavaroli Stefano

Thesis: Design and Characterisation of a Micro-Glow Cytometer with 3D Hydrodynamic Focusing

Internal Supervisors: Dr David Newport / Dr Bernie WoulfeInternal Examiner: Dr Michael WalshExternal Examiner: Dr Jurgen Brandner, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, GermanyChair: Prof. Tim McGloughlin

Cleary Martin John

Thesis: An Experimental Investigation on the Operation of Variable Conductance Heat Pipes and Gas-Loaded Thermosyphons

Internal Supervisor: Dr Ronan GrimesExternal Supervisor: Prof. Marc HodesInternal Examiner: Dr Jeff PunchExternal Examiner: Prof. Gennady Ziskand, Tufts University, Massachusetts, USAChair: Prof. Michael McCarthy

Clifford John Anthony

Thesis: An Optical Fibre Sensor for the Measurement of Hyrocarbons and Oxides of Carbon Emissions in the Exhaust of Land Vehicles

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Elfed LewisExternal Examiner: Prof. Patrick French, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands;

Prof. Steve Prosser, TRW Automotive, Solihull, UKChair: Dr Donal Heffernan 4


Conde Llinares Susana Maria

Thesis: Interactions: Log-Linear Models in Sparse Contingency Tables with Stepwise Algorithms and Penalised Likelihood

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Gilbert MacKenzieExternal Supervisor: Dr Peter EggerInternal Examiner: Prof. Eamonn MurphyExternal Examiner: Prof. Sally McClean, University of Ulster, ColeraineChair: Dr Mark Burke

Connolly David

Thesis: The Integration of Fluctuating Renewable Energy Using Energy Storage

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Martin J. LeahyExternal Supervisors: Prof. Henrick Lund / Dr Brian Vad MatiesenInternal Examiner: Dr Colin FitzpatrickExternal Examiner: Prof. Neven Duic, University of Zegreb CroatiaChair: Prof. Michael H. Hayes

Enfield Joseph

Thesis: In vivo Characterization of the Microcirculation by Correlation Mapping Optical Coherence Tomography (cmOCT)

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Martin J. LeahyInternal Examiner: Prof. William O'ConnorExternal Examiner: Prof. Kirill Larin, University of Houston, TexasChair: Prof. Colum Dunne

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Grace Andrew James

Thesis: Development of a Sizing Equation for a Multi-Stage Choke Valve TrimInternal Supervisor: Dr Patrick FrawleyInternal Examiner: Prof. Tim McGloughlinExternal Examiner: Prof. John Fitzpatrick, Trinity College DublinChair: Dr John Jarvis

Gray Patrick Joseph

Thesis: Highly Efficient Numerical Analysis of Load Distribution in Composite Bolted Joints

Internal Supervisor: Dr Conor McCarthyInternal Examiner: Prof. Michael McCarthyExternal Examiner: Prof. Sean Leen, NUI GalwayChair: Prof. Tim McGloughlin

Kabak Kamil Erkan

Thesis: A Study of the Effect of Product Diversity on Cycle Time in an ASIC Fab

Internal Supervisor: Dr Cathal HeaveyInternal Examiner: Dr Peter WilliamsExternal Examiner: Prof. Oliver Rose, Dresden University of Technology, GermanyChair: Dr Leonard O'Sullivan

Lane Diarmaid

Thesis: Developing Sketching Expertise within Technology EducationInternal Supervisors: Dr Niall Seery / Dr Seamus GordonInternal Examiner: Dr Leonard O'SullivanExternal Examiner: Prof. Kay Stables, University of LondonChair: Dr Cathal Heavey

Liu Zhiying

Thesis: Verification of Mathematical Design DocumentsInternal Supervisors: Prof. David Parnas / Prof. Brian FitzgeraldInternal Examiner: Dr Donal HeffernanExternal Examiner: Prof. Ridha Khedri, McMaster University, CanadaChair: Dr Patrick Healy

Manap Hadi

Thesis: An Ultra Violet Optical Fibre Based Sensor for Ammonia Detection in the Agricultural Sector

Internal Supervisors: Prof. Elfed Lewis / Dr Sinead O'KeefeInternal Examiner: Dr Colin FitzpatrickExternal Examiner: Dr Olga Conde, Cantabria University SpainChair: Dr Jacqueline Walker

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McEvoy Richard Christopher

Thesis: Innovative Development of Single-Blade-Impeller Hydraulics for Wastewater Application

Internal Supervisor: Dr Andy NivenInternal Examiner: Dr Philip GriffinExternal Examiner: Prof. Paul Uwe Thamsen, Technical University Berlin, GermanyChair: Dr John Jarvis

McLoughlin Marc

Thesis: Designing for Public Interaction: Extending, Applying and Reflecting on the Principles of "Assembly"

Internal Supervisor: Dr Luigina CiolfiInternal Examiner: Dr Jim BuckleyExternal Examiner: Dr Dirk Vom Lehn, Kings College London, UKChair: Dr Norah Power

Moller Stefan

Thesis: A Secure Wireless Patient Monitoring System for the Medical Community

Internal Supervisor: Dr Tom NeweExternal Supervisor: Prof. Steffen LochmanInternal Examiner: Dr Richard ConwayExternal Examiner: Dr Andy Shaw, Liverpool John Moores University, UKChair: Dr Colin Fitzpatrick

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Mooney James

Thesis: Digital Signal Processor Based Controller for Multi-Rail DC-DC Converter Systems

Internal Supervisors: Dr Hussain Mahdi / Dr Mark HaltonInternal Examiner: Dr Ciaran MacNameeExternal Examiner: Prof. Sakir Sezer, Queens University BelfastChair: Dr Ian Grout

Moss Brian Joseph

Thesis: Investigation into Relative Temperature Measurement of Pulsed Constrained Gas Flow Using Passive Acoustic Means

Internal Supervisors: Prof. Elfed Lewis / Dr Andy Niven / Dr Gabriel LeenInternal Examiner: Dr Ciaran MacNameeExternal Examiner: Prof. Hartmut Ewald, Rostock University, GermanyChair: Dr Tom Newe

Munari Alessio

Thesis: An Investigation of the Fabrication and Characterisation of Nanocomposite Thermal Interface Materials

Internal Supervisors: Dr Eric Dalton / Dr Jeff PunchExternal Supervisor: Dr Rafil RazeebInternal Examiner: Dr Ronan GrimesExternal Examiner: Dr Alan Mathewson, Tyndall Institute, CorkChair: Prof. Con Hussey

Niechoj Robin

Thesis: Irish Ants (Hymenoptera, Formicidae): Distribution, Conservation and Functional Relationships

Internal Supervisor: Prof. John BreenInternal Examiner: Dr Ken ByrneExternal Examiner: Prof. Mogens Gissel Nielsen, Aarhus University, DenmarkChair: Dr Patrick Kiely

O'Keeffe Lisa Mary

Thesis: An Investigation into the Nature of Mathematics Textbooks at Junior Cycle and Their Role in Mathematics Education

Internal Supervisor: Prof. John O'DonoghueInternal Examiner: Dr Olivia GillExternal Examiner: Prof. Tony Croft, Loughborough University, UKChair: Dr George McClelland

O'Hanlon Richard Patrick

Thesis: The Diversity of Fungi in Four Irish Forest TypesInternal Supervisor: Dr Tom HarringtonInternal Examiner: Prof. John BreenExternal Examiner: Dr Gareth Griffith, University of Aberystwyth, WalesChair: Dr Bridget Younge

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O'Kane Sarah Rose Doris

Thesis: Respiratory Complexes from Thermus Thermophilus: Native and Recombinant Production of Both Complex II and caa3-type Cytochrome c Oxidase for Structural Studies

Internal Supervisor: Dr Tewfik SoulimaneInternal Examiner: Prof. Tony PembrokeExternal Examiner: Dr Christin Schmidt, University of Lubeck, GermanyChair: Ms Fiona Wixted

O'Leary Padraig

Thesis: Towards a Product Derivation Process Reference Model for Software Product Line Organisations

Internal Supervisors: Dr Ita Richardson / Prof. Steffen ThielInternal Examiner: Dr Jim BuckleyExternal Examiner: Dr Liam O’Brien, NICTA, Canberra, AustraliaChair: Dr Kerry Hagan

Olsson Carl Magnus

Thesis: Developing a Medication Framework for Context-Aware Applications: An Exploratory Action Research Approach

Internal Supervisors: Prof. Brian Fitzgerald / Prof. Nancy RussoInternal Examiner: Dr Luigina CiolfiExternal Examiner: Prof. Guy Fitzgerald, Brunel University, UKChair: Dr Jim Buckley

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O'Meara Niamh Mary

Thesis: Improving Mathematics Teaching at Second Level through the Design of a Model of Teacher Knowledge and an Intervention Aimed at Developing Teachers' Knowledge

Internal Supervisors: Prof. John O'Donoghue / Dr Olivia GillInternal Examiner: Dr Ailish HanniganExternal Examiner: Prof. Bill Barton, University of Auckland, New ZealandChair: Dr Mark Burke

O'Sullivan Denis Michael

Thesis: A Proposed New Architecture for Embedded Systems Development Based on IEC 61499 Function Blocks

Internal Supervisor: Dr Donal HeffernanInternal Examiner: Dr Ciaran MacNameeExternal Examiner: Dr Richard Studdert, University College CorkChair: Dr Hussain Mahdi

Patten Norah

Thesis: An Experimental Investigation into the Effects of FreestreamTurbulence and Localised Surface Heating on the Routes to Bypass Transition

Internal Supervisors: Dr Trevor Young / Dr Philip GriffinInternal Examiner: Dr David NewportExternal Examiner: Dr Emmanuel Benard, Institut Supérieur de l'Aéronautique et de l'EspaceChair: Prof. Michael McCarthy


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Prendergast Mark James

Thesis: Promoting Student Interest in Mathematics: A Framework for Effective Teaching of Algebra at Junior Cycle

Internal Supervisor: Prof. John O'DonoghueInternal Examiner: Dr Miriam ListonExternal Examiner: Prof. Katherine Safford-Ramus, St Peter's College, New Jersey, USA Chair: Dr George McClelland

Rajarathnam Ebenezer Kanagaraj

Thesis: Physichemical, Technofunctional and Sensory (Bitterness) Characterisation of Sodium Caseinate Hydrolysates

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Dick FitzGeraldInternal Examiner: Dr Martin WilkinsonExternal Examiner: Prof. Harry Gruppen, Wageningen University, The NetherlandsChair: Prof. David O'Beirne

Timm Ulrich

Thesis: Non-Invasive Haemoglobin Monitoring by an LED Based Optical Sensor System

Internal Supervisors: Prof. Elfed Lewis / Dr Deirdre McGrath / Dr Gabriel LeenInternal Examiner: Dr Ian GroutExternal Supervisor: Prof. Hartmut EwaldExternal Examiner: Prof. Panayiotis Kyriacou, City University LondonChair: Dr Daniel Toal

Vaughan Ted

Thesis: Micromechanical Modelling of Damage and Failure in Fibre Reinforced Composites under Loading in the Transverse Plane

Internal Supervisor: Dr Conor McCarthyInternal Examiner: Prof. Noel O'DowdExternal Examiner: Dr Carlos Gonzalez, Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain Chair: Dr John Jarvis

Wianecka Magdalena Teresa

Thesis: Biochemical, Biophysical and Electrophysiological Characterisation of the Recombinant Voltage- Gated Sodium Channel from the Marina Bacterium Maricaulis Maris MCS10

Internal Supervisor: Dr Tewfik SoulimaneInternal Examiner: Dr Jakki CooneyExternal Examiner: Dr Christopher Law, Queens University BelfastChair: Dr Erzeng Xue

Zeng Liaoyuan

Thesis: Spectrum Efficiency Maximization in Multiband OFDM Ultra Wideband Cognitive Radio Systems

Internal Supervisor: Dr Sean McGrathExternal Supervisor: Mr Eduardo CanoInternal Examiner: Dr Colin FlanaganExternal Examiner: Prof. Alexander Wyglinski, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, USAChair: Dr Kevin Murphy 12



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Al-Sharif Ahmad

Thesis: Material Characterisation and In Vitro Biological Investigation into Acrylic Bone Cements Incorporating Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTs)

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Martin BuggyInternal Examiner: Dr Eamonn De BarraExternal Examiner: Prof. Brian Meenan, University of Ulster, Jordanstown CampusChair: Prof. Stuart Hampshire

Browne Aleksandra

Thesis: Dynamic Activity of the Upper Limb: Effects on Shoulder Fatigue and Discomfort

Internal Supervisor: Dr Leonard O'SullivanInternal Examiner: Dr Thomas WaldmannExternal Examiner: Dr Sam Murphy, University of Ulster, Magee CampusChair: Dr Ann Ledwith

Butler James Francis

Thesis: Development of a Workable Radiopaque Rare Earth doped NitinolInternal Supervisors: Dr Syed Tofail / Dr Peter Tiernan / Prof. Tim McGloughlinInternal Examiner: Dr David TannerExternal Examiner: Dr Ausonio Tuissi, Italian National Research Council CNRChair: Prof. Michael Pomeroy


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Byrne Corinna

Thesis: Studies of the Organic Matter Components in Irish Grassland Soils and Their Drainage Waters

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Michael H. HayesInternal Examiner: Dr Achim SchmalenbergerExternal Examiner: Prof. Nicola Senesi, University of Bari, ItalyChair: Prof. Tony Pembroke

Carragher Vincent

Thesis: Using an Ecological Footprint to Operate and Maintain a Short-Term Self Regulating and Community Based Environmental Programme

Internal Supervisors: Dr Bernadette O'Regan / Prof. Richard MolesInternal Examiner: Prof. Con HusseyExternal Examiner: Prof. Roy Alexander, University of ChesterChair: Dr Peter Davern

Cionca Victor

Thesis: A Framework for the Security Configuration of Wireless Sensor Networks

Internal Supervisor: Dr Tom NeweExternal Supervisor: Prof. Vasile DadarlatInternal Examiner: Prof. Elfed LewisExternal Examiner: Dr Muttukrishnan Rajarajan, City University LondonChair: Dr Colin Fitzpatrick


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Clermont Neviana Mariana

Thesis: An Application of the Diary Method to Data Collection and Analysis for the Tourism Sector

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Jim DeeganInternal Examiner: Prof. Stephen WanhillExternal Examiner: Prof. John Lennon, Glasgow Caledonian University, ScotlandChair: Dr Helena Lenihan

Cregan Vincent Michael

Thesis: Initial-boundary Value Problems in IndustryInternal Supervisors: Prof. Stephen O'Brien / Dr William LeeInternal Examiner: Prof. Eugene BenilovExternal Examiner: Dr Dmitrii Rachinskii, University College CorkChair: Dr Gordon Lessells

Davis Niall Francis

Thesis: Xenogenic Extracellular Matrices as Potential Biomaterials for Reconstruction of the Urinary Bladder

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Tim McGloughlinExternal Supervisor: Mr Hugh FloodInternal Examiner: Prof. Calvin CoffeyExternal Examiner: Prof. Thomas Clive Lee, Royal College of Surgeons DublinChair: Dr John Jarvis

Deenihan Aislinn

Thesis: Bumblebees in Prime Landscapes with Special Reference to the Aran Island Bumplee (hymenoptera: apidae)

Internal Supervisor: Prof. John BreenExternal Supervisor: Dr James CarolanInternal Examiner: Dr Tom HarringtonExternal Examiner: Prof. Robert Paxton, Martin Luther Universitat Halle-WittenbergChair: Dr Teresa Curtin

De La Guia Manuel

Thesis: Energy Efficient Design of Flexible Truncated MultipliersInternal Supervisor: Dr Richard ConwayInternal Examiner: Dr Colin FlanaganExternal Examiner: Dr Kenny Adamson, University of Ulster, Jordanstown CampusChair: Dr Máirtín Ó Droma

Devereux Michael

Thesis: Bubble Formation in Selected Industrial ProblemsInternal Supervisor: Dr William LeeInternal Examiner: Dr Michael VynnyckyExternal Examiner: Prof. Sean McKee, University of Strathclyde, ScotlandChair: Dr Mark Burke


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Donoghue Maurice Francis

Thesis: The Variation of Median Nerve Functionality with Wrist Postures Typical of Computer Use and a Novel Ultrasound Technique for the Diagnosis of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Internal Supervisor: Dr Michael WalshInternal Examiner: Dr Leonard O'SullivanExternal Examiner: Prof. Peter Keir, McMaster University, CanadaChair: Prof. Ted Little

Finn Patrick Michael

Thesis: The Facilitation of Wind Generation in Ireland's Electricity Market Using Demand Response

Internal Supervisors: Dr Colin Fitzpatrick / Prof. Martin J. LeahyInternal Examiner: Dr Daniel ToalExternal Examiner: Dr Paul Leahy, University College CorkChair: Dr Reena Cole

Fitzpatrick Maeve Maria

Thesis: A Human Factor Oriented Risk Mitigation Methodology for Manufacturing Information System Implementation

Internal Supervisor: Dr Con SheahanInternal Examiner: Dr Thomas WaldmannExternal Examiner: Dr Ralph Riedel, Chemnitz University of Technology, GermanyChair: Dr Cathal Heavey

Fleming Paul Michael

Thesis: Direct Amplification of Nucleic Acids from CellsInternal Supervisor: Dr Tara DaltonInternal Examiner: Prof. Mark DaviesExternal Examiner: Prof. Jo Vandesompele, Ghent University Hospital, BelgiumChair: Dr Walter Stanley

Gildea Sarah Jane

Thesis: Equine Influenza Virus: Characterisation, Epidemiology and Vaccination

Internal Supervisors: Prof. Seán Arkins / Dr Ann CullinaneInternal Examiner: Dr Jakki CooneyExternal Examiner: Dr Janet Daly, University of NottinghamChair: Dr Patrick Kiely

Gonzalez Maria Teresa

Thesis: A Transient Model of the Renal MedullaInternal Supervisor: Dr Alan HegartyExternal Supervisor: Dr Randall ThomasInternal Examiner: Prof. James GleesonExternal Examiner: Prof. Martin Stynes, University College CorkChair: Dr John Kinsella


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Greenwood John Samuel

Thesis: Story-time: Physicalising Sound Objects for Sonic NarrativeInternal Supervisors: Dr Kerry Hagan / Mr Jurgen SimpsonInternal Examiner: Dr Robert SazdovExternal Examiner: Prof. Robert Normandeau, Université de Montréal, CanadaChair: Dr Luigina Ciolfi

Hackett Adam William Patrick

Thesis: Cascade Dynamics on Complex NetworksInternal Supervisor: Prof. James GleesonInternal Examiner: Dr Mark BurkeExternal Examiner: Prof. Peter Dodds, University of Vermont, Burlington, USAChair: Dr Clifford Nolan

Hayes Daniel

Thesis: Analysis of Lignocellulosic Feedstocks for Biorefineries with a Focus on the Development of Near Infrared Spectroscopy as a Primary Analytical Tool

Internal Supervisor: Dr JJ LeahyInternal Examiner: Prof. Elfed LewisExternal Examiner: Dr Michael O’Shea, BSES Ltd, AustraliaChair: Prof. Tony Pembroke

Hayes Sarah Mary Rosaleen

Thesis: A Critical Examination and Evaluation of the Place of Science in the Irish Transition Year

Internal Supervisor: Dr Peter ChildsInternal Examiner: Dr Geraldine Mooney SimmieExternal Examiner: Dr Philip Matthews, Trinity College DublinChair: Dr George McClelland

Kennedy Deirdre Ann

Thesis: Development of Rapid Molecular Methods for the Detection of Food-borne Pathogens based on Immunostaining and Physiological Profiling Using FACS Technology

Internal Supervisor: Dr Martin WilkinsonInternal Examiner: Prof. Dick FitzGeraldExternal Examiner: Dr Tom Beresford, Teagasc Food Research Centre, CorkChair: Dr Patrick Kiely

Kernan Brian Patrick

Thesis: Towards the Automatic Generation and Ontological Validation of Enterprise Simulation Models

Internal Supervisor: Dr Con SheahanInternal Examiner: Dr Cathal HeaveyExternal Examiner: Dr Paul Young, Dublin City UniversityChair: Dr Peter Williams


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Lapin Vladimir Nikolayevich

Thesis: Resonant Over-reflection of Waves by JetsInternal Supervisor: Prof. Eugene BenilovInternal Examiner: Dr William LeeExternal Examiner: Prof. Victor Shrira, University of Keele, Staffordshire, UKChair: Dr Sarah Mitchell

Lasc Ioana

Thesis: Addressing Synchrony Issues of Dynamic Shared Secrets in Security Protocols

Internal Supervisors: Prof. Tom Coffey / Dr Reiner DojenInternal Examiner: Dr Richard ConwayExternal Examiner: Prof. Stefan Wegenkittl, Salzburg University of Applied Sciences,

AustriaChair: Dr John Nelson

Lenihan Catherine Mary

Thesis: A Molecular Dynamics Exploration of the Properties of Bulk and Nanosized Single-Crystal Copper

Internal Supervisors: Dr David Corcoran / Dr Ian ClancyInternal Examiner: Prof. Noel BuckleyExternal Examiner: Prof. Carmen Miguel-Lopez, Universitat de Barcelona, SpainChair: Dr George McClelland

Lynch Andrew Martin

Thesis: A Novel Operational Decision Making Method for SMESInternal Supervisor: Dr Con SheahanInternal Examiner: Dr Seamus GordonExternal Examiner: Dr Julie Gore, University of Surrey, UKChair: Dr Cathal Heavey

Lynch Joseph Mary

Thesis: Survival Modelling with FrailtyInternal Supervisor: Prof. Gilbert MacKenzieInternal Examiner: Prof. Eamonn MurphyExternal Examiner: Prof. Robin Henderson, University of Newcastle, UKChair: Dr Mark Burke

Madden Orla Ann

Thesis: Investigation of First Generation Biofuels in Diesel EnginesInternal Supervisor: Dr Robin Howard-HildigeInternal Examiner: Dr JJ LeahyExternal Examiner: Dr Kevin McDonnell, University College DublinChair: Prof. Michael McCarthy


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Martinon Alice Marie Amelie

Thesis: Development of Innovative PCR and Fluorescence Activated Cell Sorting Methodologies for the Detection of a Range of Foodborne Pathogens

Internal Supervisor: Dr Martin WilkinsonInternal Examiner: Prof. Dick FitzGeraldExternal Examiner: Dr Geraldine Duffy, Teagasc Food Centre, DublinChair: Dr Patrick Kiely

Mitchell Michelle Mary

Thesis: Studies on the Acceptability, Sensory Properties and Consumer Perception of Reformulated Reduced Sodium Ready-Meals

Internal Supervisor: Dr Martin WilkinsonExternal Supervisor: Dr Nigel BruntonInternal Examiner: Prof. Dick FitzGerald

McCourt Stephen John

Thesis: Sonic Images and Multimedia Aesthetics in ElectroacousticMusic

Internal Supervisors: Dr Kerry Hagan / Mr Jurgen SimpsonInternal Examiner: Dr Robert SazdovExternal Examiner: Prof. Marc Battier, Universite de Paris-Sorbonne, FranceChair: Dr Michael English

Moore Sean Sebastion

Thesis: A Multidimensional Visualization Model for Zero Defects in a Biomechanical Manufacturing Environment

Internal Supervisors: Dr Kevin Hayes / Prof. Eamonn MurphyInternal Examiner: Dr Ann LedwithExternal Examiner: Prof. Harinder Jagdev, NUI GalwayChair: Dr Mark Burke

Oboroceanu Daniela

Thesis: Characterization of Beta-Lactoglobulin Fibrillar AssembliesInternal Supervisor: Prof. Edmond MagnerExternal Supervisor: Dr Mark AutyInternal Examiner: Dr Tewfik SoulimaneExternal Examiner: Dr Peter Wilde, Institute of Food Research, Norwich, UKChair: Dr Jakki Cooney

O'Brien Michael Anthony

Thesis: Diapiric Ascent: Asymptotics and Numerics of Slow Flow with Strongly Temperature-Dependent Viscosity

Internal Supervisor: Dr Michael VynnyckyInternal Examiner: Dr Sarah MitchellExternal Examiner: Prof. Tim Meyers, CRM (Centre de Recerca Matematica), BarcelonaChair: Dr William Lee


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O'Leary Fiachra Anthony

Thesis: The Influence of Surfactants on Capillary Driven Flow in Open Hydrophobic Microchannels towards Chip-Based Fluorescent Detection of HSV

Internal Supervisor: Dr Philip GriffinInternal Examiner: Dr Andy NivenExternal Examiner: Prof. Jens Ducree, Dublin City UniversityChair: Prof. Michael McCarthy

O'Reilly David

Thesis: An Investigation into the Effects of Mechanical Loading Patterns from Everyday Activities on Long Term Stability after Cementless Hip Replacement Surgery

Internal Supervisor: Dr Michael WalshInternal Examiner: Prof. Tim McGloughlinExternal Examiner: Prof. John Orr, Queen’s University BelfastChair: Dr John Jarvis

Quinn Sonya Marie

Thesis: Environmental Sustainability Strategies for Irish Second Level Schools

Internal Supervisor: Dr William GaughranInternal Examiner: Dr Alan RyanExternal Examiner: Dr Louise Gunnigan, Dublin Institute of TechnologyChair: Dr Pat Phelan

Robinson Carol Marie

Thesis: Environmental Issues Relating to the Manufacture of Antisense-Based Products of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

Internal Supervisors: Dr Tom O'Dwyer / Prof. Gary WalshInternal Examiner: Dr Teresa CurtinExternal Examiner: Dr Brian Kelleher, Dublin City UniversityChair: Dr Peter Davern

Rojas Hernandez Jaime

Thesis: Energy Efficiency Optimisation of Wastewater Treatment: Study of ATAD

Internal Supervisors: Prof. Toshko Zhelev (deceased August 2011) / Dr Erzeng XueInternal Examiner: Prof. Tony PembrokeExternal Examiner: Prof. Antonio Espuna, Universitat Politecnica de Catulunya, SpainChair: Dr Witold Kwapinski


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Scollard Johann

Thesis: Anti-listerial Effects of Essential Oils and Herbs in Fresh-cut Produce: Opportunities and Limitations

Internal Supervisors: Prof. David O'Beirne / Dr Jillian FrancisInternal Examiner: Prof. Dick FitzGeraldExternal Examiner: Dr Kieran Jordan, Teagasc Food Research Centre, Cork Chair: Dr Sean Fair

Smart David Peter Easton

Thesis: Development of a Novel Process for the Removal of Selected Organic Compounds from Wastewaters

Internal Supervisors: Dr Tom O'Dwyer / Dr Teresa CurtinInternal Examiner: Prof. Kevin RyanExternal Examiner: Dr James Sullivan, University College DublinChair: Prof. Gary Walsh

Stol Klaas-Jan

Thesis: Supporting Product Development with Software from the BazaarInternal Supervisor: Prof. Brian FitzgeraldExternal Supervisors: Prof. Paris Avgeriou / Dr Muhammad AliBabarInternal Examiner: Dr John NollExternal Examiner: Dr Brian Lings, Certus Technology Associates, UKChair: Dr Gabriela Avram

Wales Paul Merton

Thesis: An Investigation of Material Parameters That Control Edge Curl in Forming Fabrics

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Martin BuggyInternal Examiner: Prof. Michael PomeroyExternal Examiner: Prof. Michael Ellison, Clemson University, South Carolina, USAChair: Prof. Con Hussey

Walsh Michael

Thesis: A Quantitative Analysis of the Environmental Impact of Hill Farming in Relation to Vegetation, Soil Attributes and Soil Erosion: A Land Use Perspective

Internal Supervisor: Prof. Richard MolesInternal Examiner: Dr Catherine AdleyExternal Examiner: Dr Stephen Waldren, Trinity College DublinChair: Dr Bernadette O'Regan

Witheephanich Kritchai

Thesis: Ambulatory Wireless Sensor Network Power Management: A Model-based Predictive Control Approach

Internal Supervisor: Dr Martin HayesInternal Examiner: Dr Sean McGrathExternal Examiner: Prof. Carlos Bordons Alba, Universidad de Sevilla Avda de los

Descubrimientos, SpainChair: Dr Ciaran MacNamee


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