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Discrete groups and computational geometry : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2013)
Let f and g be Möbius transformations with finite-orders p and q respectively.
Further, let γ
= tr[f; g] - 2, where tr[f; g] is the trace of the commutator of f
and g in the standard SL(2;C) representation of Möbius ...
Impressions of a multiple station speech and language therapy admissions interview : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master degree in Speech and Language Therapy at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2014)
Interviews are commonly used as part of the admissions process into selected entry
university programmes to assist the selection committee to ascertain applicants’ personal qualities
such as their communication skills. ...
The effects of restoration on the structure and function of litter invertebrate communities in New Zealand native forest remnants : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Ecology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2012)
Much of New Zealand‘s remaining lowland forest exists as small, often degraded and
heavily disturbed remnants on private farmland. Disturbances, such as livestock
grazing and browsing by mammalian pests, are known to ...
The clarinet as extension of the voice and expressive conduit of musical styles in diverse ensembles : a thesis submitted for [i.e. to] the Victoria University of Wellington in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Musicology, 2011 : New Zealand School of Music, Wellington, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2011)
Original research into the links between vocal and clarinet tone reveals how
clarinettists act as expressive conduits of musical styles in diverse ensembles. This
research is relevant to musicologists and anthropologists ...
Constructing craft : harmony and conflict within the New Zealand studio craft movement 1949 - 1992 :|ba thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in History at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2012)
This thesis examines different constructions of studio craft in New Zealand between 1949 and 1992. Initially, most craftspeople were amateurs who shared similar ideas about craft and worked cooperatively to establish a ...
A preliminary Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) study of magnetite surface microtextures from the Wahianoa moraines, Mt Ruapehu, New Zealand.
(2010-05-11)
Scanning electron microscope (SEM) of quartz micro‐textures has routinely been used to identify the depositional environment of sediments in areas of former ice‐sheet glaciation. On volcanic mountains, where the geomorphic ...
Quantification of channel planform change on the lower Rangitikei River, New Zealand, 1949-2007: response to management?
(2010-09-06)
The Rangitikei River, a large gravel‐bed wandering river located in the North Island of New Zealand, has outstanding scenic characteristics, recreational, fisheries and wildlife habitat features. Recently concerns
have ...
Corporate governance in the New Zealand public health sector: a 152.785 research report presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Master of Management (Management) at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(2010-07-07)
This research report considers corporate governance within the public health sector, an area which has undergone significant changes in terms of structures, focus, and demand for service and funding. As there has been ...
Characteristics of green rimu fruit that might trigger breeding in kakapo : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters in Zoology at Massey University, Turitea Campus, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2010)
Species living in unpredictable habitats cannot prepare for a regular reproductive year, and must reproduce when conditions are favourable. The timing of reproduction of the seed predators involves anticipating an abundant ...
The mitochondrial genome of the little spotted kiwi : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Molecular Biosciences, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2010)
The complete mitochondrial genome of the little spotted kiwi, Apteryx owenii, has been sequenced
and submitted to GenBank (acquisition number GU071052). A method was first developed to
extract pure mitochondrial DNA from ...