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Browsing AUT University Theses and Dissertations by Issue Date
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(AUT University; 2012)In this study, RapidEye (RE_ 5m multispectral-orthorectified) and Landsat 7 ETM+ imagery over the Ahipara region were utilized to classify the land cover from the study area. Various methods of image classification were ... -
(AUT University; 2013)A recent phenomenon in retail marketing, ‘daily deal’ websites offer products for sale for a limited time and at heavily discounted rates. Given the relative newness of the daily deal websites, empirical studies are limited. ... -
(AUT University; 2013)Within the strategic and environmental management disciplines, the implementation of authentic strategies has been under researched. In particular, few studies have examined implementation of strategies that are focused ... -
(AUT University; 2012)Mohi Ruatapu, a nineteenth century Māori tohunga (scholar) from Tokomaru Bay, positioned Te Kore (which translates as nothingness, void and also potentiality) within Te Ao Mārama, the realm of contemporary human existence. ... -
(AUT University; 2012)Themes, concerns and metaphor of Jewish second-generation literature in the novel To Life. The novel To Life concerns the inheritance of psychic trauma by the child of a survivor of the Jewish Holocaust, and is part of ... -
(AUT University; 2013)Smart Grid is the trend of next generation power distribution and management network that enable interactive communication and operation between consumers and suppliers, so as to achieve intelligent resource allocation ... -
(AUT University; 2013)Vocational rehabilitation is a social practice that is focused on enabling people to overcome disability so that they can work. It involves many, sometimes diverse, strategies and programmes to achieve this aim, which ... -
(AUT University; 2012)Terrestrial and marine environments are connected ecosystems that are similarly vulnerable to the effects of anthropogenic stressors. Climate change and other anthropogenically-induced stressors have resulted in an increased ... -
(AUT University; 2013)This study has developed from recognition of the potential impact on midwives caring, for the first time, for women experiencing stillbirth. The main aim of the research is to identify and interpret this impact, if any, ... -
(AUT University; 2013)New Zealand has a small economy and consequently offers limited growth opportunities for local enterprises. Therefore, internationalisation is attractive for New Zealand companies who wish to expand their business scale. ... -
(AUT University; 2012)This thesis explores the theory and practice of mindfulness within the context of clinical psychology. Informed by philosophical hermeneutics, it seeks to understand (1) mindfulness, (2) how mindfulness works and (3) how ... -
(AUT University; 2012)Perceptions of health among researchers, practitioners and other stakeholder participants are changing. Individuals are being encouraged to take more responsibility and become proactive in addressing and preventing the ... -
(AUT University; 2012)This thesis examines how advertising posters and billboards continue to communicate successfully in the 21st century despite, and in conjunction with, the emergence of a plethora of new communications technologies that ... -
(AUT University; 2013)This thesis applies the theory of Transculturalization to examine Pākehā-Māori within current New Zealand contexts, how they see themselves, where they position themselves in relation to society, and what meaning they make ... -
(AUT University; 2012)This project is an extension of ongoing enquiries in my professional art practice, and explores ephemeral phenomena on the threshold of perceptibility. In particular the project investigates a form of ‘plastic invisibility’, ... -
(AUT University; 2013)The mechanical properties and surface qualities of extruded aluminium products depend greatly on the micro-structural changes during the extrusion process. A clear understanding of the hermodynamics and tribology of the ... -
(AUT University; 2013)Despite a large amount of research into work-life balance, there are few studies of non-Western perspectives of work-life balance. Most research in work-life balance is dominated by Western perspectives. Furthermore, there ... -
(AUT University; 2012)The use of Electroencephalography (EEG) in Brain Computer Interface (BCI) domain presents a challenging problem due to presence of spatial and temporal aspects inherent in the EEG data. Many studies either transform the ... -
(AUT University; 2013)The banknote manufacturing industry is shrouded in secrecy, the fundamental mechanics of security components are closely guarded trade secrets. Currency forensics is the application of systematic methods to determine ... -
(AUT University; 2013)Brand extension is a common branding strategy used by organisation that requires usage of an established brand name in a new category or business area. Brand extensions have received substantial attention from experts in ...
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