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2. The knitter's tale : a practice-led approach to framework knitting through a contemporary exploration of traditional practices, patterns, skills and stories

Author

Wood, R. E.

Subjects
700
Abstract

This thesis presents the findings of the practice-led investigation which documented the processes of learning the skills of framework knitting, using traditional techniques to establish creative dialogues between Academic, Industrial and Heritage institutions. The investigation was conducted using active researcher participation to determine the contribution that personal experience can make to ‘experiential knowing’. This research was supported by a Collaborative Doctoral Award from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) which set the parameters of the inquiry to include creative interaction with locations where framework knitting still takes place. The study supported the preservation of technical skill by establishing a new way to value expert craft knowledge which was used to inspire contemporary creative practice. Through a process of creative learning and reflection, this study used naturalistic observations to identify evidence of creative decision-making and technical skill, which was further supported by the analysis of knitted artefacts and previously unseen workman’s notebooks which were used to identify pattern inspirations, stitch counts and construction methods. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with existing hand frame practitioners, to record their personal experiences of framework knitting. The shortage of knowledgeable experts was a significant limitation to this investigation and therefore the interview testimonies were a vital contribution of primary evidence of practitioner knowledge which enabled creative narratives to develop. The narratives explored themes of Inspiration, Exploration, Communication and Implementation, as well as Creative application. As the first study of its kind to investigate framework knitting beyond a historical or industrial context, this thesis contributes to a new field of creative knowledge which uses practitioner interaction and personal reflection to inform creative practice on the hand frame. This thesis highlights a contemporary direction for future practice-led inquiry using traditional craft skills and practices as a method of inspiring creative investigation.

Published
2013

30. Chronic cough

Author

Priftis, K. N., Anthracopoulos, M. B., Eber, E., Koumbourlis, A. C., Wood, R. E., Masters, Ian B., Chang, Anne B., Priftis, K. N., Anthracopoulos, M. B., Eber, E., Koumbourlis, A. C., Wood, R. E., Masters, Ian B., and Chang, Anne B.

Published
2010

31. Ion composition of airway surface liquid of patients with cystic fibrosis as compared with normal and disease-control subjects

Author

Knowles, M R, Pue, C A, Mentz, W M, Robinson, J M, Gatzy, J T, Wood, R E, Boucher, R C, and Wager, G C

Subjects
otorhinolaryngologic diseases
Abstract

To test whether a major contribution of airways epithelial ion transport to lung defense reflects the regulation of airway surface liquid (ASL) ionic composition, we measured ASL composition using the filter paper technique. On nasal surfaces, the Cl- concentration (approximately 125 meq/liter) was similar to plasma, but the Na+ concentration (approximately 110 meq/liter) was below plasma, and K+ concentration (approximately 30 meq/liter) above plasma. The resting ASL osmolarity [2(Na+ + K+); 277 meq/liter] approximated isotonicity. There were no detectable differences between cystic fibrosis (CF) and normal subjects. In the lower airways, the Na+ concentrations were 80-85 meq/liter, K+ levels approximately 15 meq/liter, and Cl- concentrations 75-80 meq/liter. Measurements of Na+ activity with Na(+)-selective electrodes and osmolality with freezing point depression yielded values consistent with the monovalent cation measurements. Like the nasal surfaces, no differences in cations were detected between CF, normal, or chronic bronchitis subjects. The tracheobronchial ASL hypotonicity was hypothesized to reflect collection-induced gland secretion, a speculation consistent with observations in which induction of nasal gland secretion produced hypotonic secretions. We conclude that there are no significant differences in ASL ion concentrations between CF, normal, and chronic bronchitis subjects and, because ASL ion concentrations exceed values consistent with defensin activity, the failure of CF lung defense may reflect predominantly factors other than salt-dependent defensins.

Published
1997
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34. Intermittent energy restriction improves weight loss efficiency in obese men: the MATADOR study

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Byrne, N M, Sainsbury, A, King, N A, Hills, A P, and Wood, R E

Abstract

Background/Objectives:The MATADOR (Minimising Adaptive Thermogenesis And Deactivating Obesity Rebound) study examined whether intermittent energy restriction (ER) improved weight loss efficiency compared with continuous ER and, if so, whether intermittent ER attenuated compensatory responses associated with ER.Subjects/Methods:Fifty-one men with obesity were randomised to 16 weeks of either: (1) continuous (CON), or (2) intermittent (INT) ER completed as 8 × 2-week blocks of ER alternating with 7 × 2-week blocks of energy balance (30 weeks total). Forty-seven participants completed a 4-week baseline phase and commenced the intervention (CON: N=23, 39.4±6.8 years, 111.1±9.1 kg, 34.3±3.0 kgm−2; INT: N=24, 39.8±9.5 years, 110.2±13.8 kg, 34.1±4.0 kgm−2). During ER, energy intake was equivalent to 67% of weight maintenance requirements in both groups. Body weight, fat mass (FM), fat-free mass (FFM) and resting energy expenditure (REE) were measured throughout the study.Results:For the N=19 CON and N=17 INT who completed the intervention per protocol, weight loss was greater for INT (14.1±5.6 vs 9.1±2.9 kg; P<0.001). INT had greater FM loss (12.3±4.8 vs 8.0±4.2 kg; P<0.01), but FFM loss was similar (INT: 1.8±1.6 vs CON: 1.2±2.5 kg; P=0.4). Mean weight change during the 7 × 2-week INT energy balance blocks was minimal (0.0±0.3 kg). While reduction in absolute REE did not differ between groups (INT: -502±481 vs CON: −624±557 kJ d−1; P=0.5), after adjusting for changes in body composition, it was significantly lower in INT (INT: −360±502 vs CON: −749±498 kJ d−1; P<0.05).Conclusions:Greater weight and fat loss was achieved with intermittent ER. Interrupting ER with energy balance ‘rest periods’ may reduce compensatory metabolic responses and, in turn, improve weight loss efficiency.

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2018
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35. Exercise, appetite and weight management: understanding the compensatory responses in eating behaviour and how they contribute to variability in exercise-induced weight loss

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King, N A, primary, Horner, K, additional, Hills, A P, additional, Byrne, N M, additional, Wood, R E, additional, Bryant, E, additional, Caudwell, P, additional, Finlayson, G, additional, Gibbons, C, additional, Hopkins, M, additional, Martins, C, additional, and Blundell, J E, additional

Published
2011
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38. Multidisciplinary Management of Hunter Syndrome

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Muenzer, Joseph, primary, Beck, M., additional, Eng, C. M., additional, Escolar, M. L., additional, Giugliani, R., additional, Guffon, N. H., additional, Harmatz, P., additional, Kamin, W., additional, Kampmann, C., additional, Koseoglu, S. T., additional, Link, B., additional, Martin, R. A., additional, Molter, D. W., additional, Muñoz Rojas, M. V., additional, Ogilvie, J. W., additional, Parini, R., additional, Ramaswami, U., additional, Scarpa, M., additional, Schwartz, I. V., additional, Wood, R. E., additional, and Wraith, E., additional

Published
2009
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39. Strategic Plan for Pediatric Respiratory Diseases Research: An NHLBI Working Group Report

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Castro, M., primary, Ramirez, M. I., additional, Gern, J. E., additional, Cutting, G., additional, Redding, G., additional, Hagood, J. S., additional, Whitsett, J., additional, Abman, S., additional, Raj, J. U., additional, Barst, R., additional, Kato, G. J., additional, Gozal, D., additional, Haddad, G. G., additional, Prabhakar, N. R., additional, Gauda, E., additional, Martinez, F. D., additional, Tepper, R., additional, Wood, R. E., additional, Accurso, F., additional, Teague, W. G., additional, Venegas, J., additional, Cole, F. S., additional, and Wright, R. J., additional

Published
2009
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40. The influence of hole quality on graphite epoxy composite laminates

Author

Pengra, J. J and Wood, R. E

Subjects
Structural Mechanics
Abstract

The paper studies the influence of hole quality on the structural behavior of composite materials. Static and fatigue pin bearing and compression test results are presented and discussed. These results show that a hole chipout defect reduces static and cyclic endurance characteristics.

Published
1980

41. Cavity Reactor Engineering Mockup Critical Experiment

Author

Hyland, R. E, Kunze, J. F, Pincock, G. D, and Wood, R. E

Subjects
Nuclear Engineering
Abstract

Critical mass of uranium 235 for stainless steel lined cavities in nuclear research and test reactors with heavy water reflector

Published
1968

42. Cavity reactor gas-core critical experiment

Author

Hyland, R. E, Kunze, J. F, Masson, L. S, Pincock, G. D, and Wood, R. E

Subjects
Nuclear Engineering
Abstract

Critical experiment for cavity reactor using gaseous uranium hexafluoride core configuration

Published
1967

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