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Effect of processing and storage on the reconstitution properties of whole milk and ultrafiltered skim milk powders : thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Food Technology
(Massey University, 2000)
The climates of many areas in Asia, Central America, the Middle East and Africa make it difficult to support a dairy industry based on fresh milk. In these areas the shelf life of fresh, undried milk products is short. ...
Rip density and dynamics along the New Zealand coastline : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Geography, Massey University
(Massey University, 2000)
Rip currents are the most obvious component of the nearshore cell circulation system. The aim of this research was to investigate the applicability to the New Zealand coastal setting of a rip density scaling hypothesis, ...
Effectiveness of treatment for cannabis use disorder in New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy in Rehabilitation at Massey University
(Massey University, 2000)
This study, believed to be the first cannabis treatment outcome study in New Zealand, used a naturalistic design to examine the relationships among client characteristics and correlates of cannabis use problems, treatment ...
Anti-parasitic activity of bovine milk : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master in Nutritional Science at Massey University
(Massey University, 2000)
Previous studies have shown that milk-fed ruminants were less susceptible to gastro-intestinal parasites compared with young animals that were given solid feed in the diet. The present studies were carried out to gain a ...
Conceptualisations of teaching and learning in the policies of the NZQA : critique and case studies : a thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Educational Administration at Massey University
(Massey University, 2000)
The study originated from a concern that the nature of teaching in polytechnics was undergoing a fundamental change. Increasingly, it seemed, teaching and learning were being seen as the means for achieving measurable ...
Neuropsychological assessment of cognitive functioning in individuals with expressive disabilities in addition to traumatic brain injuries : a dissertation presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology at Massey University
(Massey University, 2000)
This research programme focussed on individuals who have severe physical and sensory disabilities that interfere with standard neuropsychological assessment. Current assessment guidelines when working with people who have ...
Reproductive efficiency in dairy cattle calving during autumn or spring : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Applied Science in Animal Science, Institute of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences, Massey University
(Massey University, 2000)
Reproductive performance of cows is a key element in the productivity and efficiency of a dairy system. Therefore, the aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the reproductive performance of cows calving in different ...
Human calming of dog arousal : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2000)
Humans, by their behaviour, may wittingly or unwittingly increase arousal that triggers attacks in dogs. Equally their behaviour may have a calming effect. Based on evidence in scientific literature, and from recommendations ...
Synchronization of follicular development, oestrus and ovulation using oestradiol benzoate and progesterone in dairy cattle : a thesis presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy (Veterinary Clinical Science) at Massey University
(Massey University, 2000)
The aim of oestrus synchronisation in cattle is to achieve a close synchrony of oestrus and ovulation with high submission rates. The status of follicular wave development at the time of treatment has been responsible for ...
The effect of manipulation of feed intake during pregnancy on lamb birth weight : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Applied Science in Animal Science at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2000)
This study tested the hypothesis that increased maternal nutrition during early and mid-pregnancy could affect placental and fetal development at mid-gestation and fetal weight at term. Mixed-aged Romney ewes (n=136) were ...