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Browsing Theses and Dissertations (University of Pretoria) by Title
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Song, Ting-Chen Tom
(University of Pretoria, 2006-09-23)
In the past, the design of PC algorithms for CDMA systems has remained at the physical layer to compensate for slow and fast channel impairments (known as fast PC and slow PC). The TDMA/FDMA manages inter-cell interference ...
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Nzuki, Inosters Wambua
(University of Pretoria, 2019)
Cassava (Manihot esulenta Crantz.) is a staple food crop for more than 800 million people worldwide. It is drought tolerant and offers a flexible harvesting regime since the roots can remain in the soil and be harvested when ...
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Jacobs, Ockert Botha
(University of Pretoria, 2012-08-14)
Reflector antennas used for radio astronomy require feeds that use the reflector surface as
efficiently as possible while maintaining low noise levels. The specifications of new radio
astronomy telescopes under development ...
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Lotter, C.B.
(University of Pretoria, 2017)
Background and objectives: Whilst Active and Receptive Music Therapy techniques have been widely
researched and are employed within a range of contexts and with diverse client populations, this study
reports on their ...
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Kombo, Rainah
(University of Pretoria, 2016)
A great deal of work has been conducted on in-tube condensation in horizontal and vertical smooth tubes. The available literature points to mechanisms governing two-phase condensation heat transfer coefficients and pressure ...
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Hwehwe, Chenaimoyo Mellissa
(University of Pretoria, 2020)
This study is an analysis of social differences in the value chain of small scale artisanal miners in the Shurugwi area in Zimbabwe. Artisanal mining drives the economy of several developing nations including Zimbabwe. ...
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Khuzwayo, Fanelesbonge
(University of Pretoria, 2023-12)
The study investigates informal social networks’ role, contribution, and significance to street traders within the Pretoria Central Business District (CBD). This locale was considered ideal for this study because the City ...
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Boikhutso, Rantsae Abner
(University of Pretoria, 2006-03-22)
Affirmative action is a sensitive and controversial topic evoking a host of emotional reactions regarding tokenism, window dressing, reverse discrimination, lowering of standards, empowerment, disregard for meritocracy and ...
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Smith, Cammy Frances
(University of Pretoria, 2016)
This study sought to explore the perceptions of social loafing held by post-graduate university students within a group work context. The study aimed to advance understanding of how such perceptions can impact group work ...
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Keva, Sandiswa
(University of Pretoria, 2007-03-13)
The objectives of this study were to evaluate the quantity and quality of cashmere produced by South African indigenous goats under different environmental conditions and to compare two techniques (Video Image Analyser-VIA ...
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Rudolph, Willem Johannes
(University of Pretoria, 2021)
In South Africa there are regular cases of human and animal poisoning where plants used in ethnic medicine are suspected to be the source of the poison. This project aims to develop methods for identifying and quantifying ...
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Zuma, Nombuso Sphumelele
(University of Pretoria, 2024-11)
In todays’ evolving business environment, crises are becoming more common and severe. The importance of leadership in handling such difficulties is paramount. The study sought to investigate how leaders in the South African ...
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Shedden, Jason Patrick
(University of Pretoria, 2007-05-09)
Research indicates that the dynamics and complexities driving and challenging business organisations in the current era have increased exponentially in the recent past. As a result more complex demands are being placed on ...
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Snyman, Leendert D.
(University of Pretoria, 2007-04-02)
This study was conducted in two trials. The aim was firstly to identify the qualitative characteristics of Atriplex nummularia (Hatfield Select). Goats and sheep were used to identify three palatability groups of plants ...
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Meyer van den Heever, Ellenore D.
(University of Pretoria, 2019-11)
Spiritual care of patients is considered a fundamental component of quality, compassionate
health care. In the African context spirituality is seen as a vital component of whole-person
care (Louw, 2014; De la Porte, ...
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Basson, Liz-Marie
(University of Pretoria, 2024-04)
A unique blend of challenges in rural spaces in the Global South hinders the health, well-being and learning outcomes of students in primary schools. There is a need for knowledge on effective, evidence-based interventions ...
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Gouws, Keagan Richard
(University of Pretoria, 2022)
Previous research exploring body image disturbances has principally focused on heterosexual white females and their desire to control their perceived bodily deficits, reinforcing society’s flawed belief that body image ...
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Carstens, Juan-Pierre
(University of Pretoria, 2016)
Spirituality as investigative topic has been a construct often classified as nebulous and difficult to explore scientifically. When specifically relating spirituality to psychotherapy there are a number of identified authors ...
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Smit, Martinus Jacobus
(University of Pretoria, 2007-11-12)
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects thousands of people in South Africa. Our knowledge regarding this phenomenon has expanded rapidly and the problematic psychological wellbeing of persons who have been injured through ...
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Pauw, Annalie
(University of Pretoria, 2009-10-30)
This study is a qualitative exploration of the gendered discourses of South African women in middle management. It explores the locations and perspectives from which middle management women speak, the institutions and ...