Research@THEA (new): Recent submissions
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DNA sequence polymorphisms in a panel of eight candidate bovine imprinted genes and their association with performance traits in Irish Holstein-Friesian cattle.
(BMC, 2010-10-13)Background: Studies in mice and humans have shown that imprinted genes, whereby expression from one of the two parentally inherited alleles is attenuated or completely silenced, have a major effect on mammalian ... -
Investigation of prolific sheep from UK and Ireland for evidence on origin of the mutations in BMP15 (FecXG, FecXB) and GDF9 (FecGH) in Belclare and Cambridge sheep.
(PLOS, 2013-01)This paper concerns the likely origin of three mutations with large effects on ovulation rate identified in the Belclare and Cambridge sheep breeds; two in the BMP15 gene (FecXG and FecXB) and the third (FecGH) in GDF9. ... -
Associations between the K232A polymorphism in the diacylglycerol-O-transferase 1 (DGAT1) gene and performance in Irish Holstein-Friesian dairy cattle
(Teagasc, 2010)Selection based on genetic polymorphisms requires accurate quantification of the effect or association of the polymorphisms with all traits of economic importance. The objective of this study was to estimate, using progeny ... -
Polymorphism discovery and allele frequency estimation using high-throughput DNA sequencing of target-enriched pooled DNA samples
(BMC, 2012-01-11)Background: The central role of the somatotrophic axis in animal post-natal growth, development and fertility is well established. Therefore, the identification of genetic variants affecting quantitative traits within ... -
Single nucleotide polymorphisms in the insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) gene are associated with performance in Holstein-Friesian dairy cattle.
(Frontiers, 2011-02-16)Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) has been shown to be associated with fertility, growth, and development in cattle. The aim of this study was to (1) identify novel single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the bovine ... -
A note on the use of FTA™ technology for storage of blood samples for DNA analysis and removal of PCR inhibitors
(Sciendo, 2009-01)FTA™ technology is widely used across many molecular disciplines for sample capture, storage and analysis. The use of this technology for the long-term storage of blood samples for DNA analysis was examined as well as ... -
The contribution of Gaelic football participation to youth physical activity levels.
(JSSM, 2020-12-01)The primary aim of this study was to describe the contribution of Gaelic football participation to youth physical activity (PA) levels. Secondary aims were to objectively quantify the overall daily PA levels of participants ... -
Cross-institutional development of sharable learning technology tools for flexible accounting education
(EADTU, 2015-10)This paper describes a collaboration between three Irish Institutes of Technology to develop a series of sharable, e-learning resources to support students learn introductory aspects of financial accounting. It describes ... -
Moodle Gapfill quiz questions for SQL teaching and assessment.
(EdTech, 2018-06-01)Subject – Databases - SQL – Structured Query Language VLE - Moodle – Quizzes (Instant Feedback) GAPFILL question type (plugin) Created by Marcus Green – Explained in detail at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbmKMas5hFw -
A strategic and collaborative approach to internationalisation at Athlone Institute of Technology
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2017)The intentional process of integrating an international, intercultural or global dimension into the purpose, functions and delivery of post-secondary education, in order to enhance the quality of education and research for ... -
An evaluation of the Academic Writing Centre in Athlone Institute of Technology.
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2016)The Academic Writing Centre (AWC) was established in Athlone Institute of Technology in November 2015. The aim of the study which formed the basis of this report was to evaluate this new initiative which sought to promote ... -
An overview of placement practices in Athlone Institute of Technology.
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2017-06-06)There is strong evidence to suggest that placements and work experience are extremely valuable to students, both in terms of their academic performance and their employability skills. Research conducted with higher education ... -
The SaaS Payoff: Measuring the Business Value of Provisioning Software-as-a-Service Technologies
(Springer International Publishing, 2020)Creating and capturing value with new digital technologies such as cloud computing is often fraught with complexity and ambiguity for incumbent information technology (IT) firms. Using the business model concept as a lens, ... -
Developing Creativity in Computer Science Initial Teacher Education through Design Thinking
(ACM, 2020-09-03)Design thinking is a valuable component in teacher education enabling the development of creativity amongst the cohort. Studies have been developed to capture the effects of discipline specific design thinking, however ... -
A wide angle approach to improving family life.
(2018-12-07)Family Life Education (FLE) incorporates a preventative, educational and collaborative approach to empower families and individuals to address and resolve family issues. -
Social disadvantage as trauma: building relational capacity for youth and families
(2016-11-07)To examine social disadvantage as a form of trauma. To assess relational practice with young people and families who experience social disadvantage, as a way of minimising the effects of, and breaking the cycle of trauma. ... -
One size does not fit all - a holistic approach to helping a diverse student population make the successful transition to academic life in an Irish Institute of Higher Education.
(2014)AIT Engage: Collaboration between the Student Resource Centre and the AIT Students’ Union clubs and societies. Aimed at promoting student engagement -
The detection of endocrine disrupting chemicals leaching from reusable plastic water bottles.
(Athlone Institute of Technology, 2016)Endocrine disruption is a particular form of toxicity, where natural and/or endogenous compounds, known as “Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals”, cause adverse health effects by resulting in disruption to the endogenous hormone ... -
A population genomics analysis of the native Irish Galway sheep breed.
(Frontiers Media, 2019-10)The Galway sheep population is the only native Irish sheep breed and this livestock genetic resource is currently categorised as ‘at-risk’. In the present study, comparative population genomics analyses of Galway sheep ... -
Effect of stereolithography 3D printing on the properties of PEGDMA hydrogels.
(MDPI, 2020-09-03)Stereolithography (SLA)-based 3D printing has proven to have several advantages over traditional fabrication techniques as it allows for the control of hydrogel synthesis at a very high resolution, making possible the ...
