The Plymouth Student Scientist - Volume 08 - 2015: Recent submissions
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Effects of storm-induced sand scour on Patella vulgata off south-west Britain
(University of Plymouth, 2015)This study investigates the impacts of storm-induced sand-scour on common limpets (Patella vulgata) off south-west Britain, focussing particularly on the physical impacts of this process, as well as shore recovery. Unusually ... -
Why is eyewitness testimony so inaccurate? An investigation into event-related potentials and the recognition of familiar and unfamiliar faces
(University of Plymouth, 2015)Eyewitness-testimony is notoriously inaccurate and unreliable. In addition, a body of research has indicated that unfamiliar faces are poorly recognised in comparison to famous or familiar faces. Under the assumption that ... -
Exposure to predator kairomones influences egg number and size in Littorina littorea
(University of Plymouth, 2015)Predator kairomones play an important role in intertidal ecosystems, but knowledge on their potential role in influencing maternal effects is lacking. The aim of this study was to test whether egg production by female ... -
Factors influencing canopy invertebrates in Britain
(University of Plymouth, 2015)Canopy research is becoming increasingly important as the extent of woodland habitats decreases and becomes more fragmented. Invertebrates are a diverse group of canopy fauna which are commonly used as bio-indicators to ... -
Investigating the concept of a novel flexible fabric wave energy device
(University of Plymouth, 2015)This literature review comprises one part of a project report which presented the findings of an initial investigation into the concept and performance of a 1:50 scale model novel flexible fabric wave energy device subjected ... -
An investigation into the relationship between hypnotic suggestibility and tendency to engage in ideomotor action
(University of Plymouth, 2015)The relationship between hypnotic suggestibility and tendency to engage in ideomotor action was measured in 71 psychology undergraduates at Plymouth University. Each participant’s level of hypnotic suggestibility was ... -
Use of space and airborne imagery to monitor and detect oil spills
(University of Plymouth, 2015)Satellite and airborne remote sensing are the two main methods for mapping and identifying oil spills. It is important to accurately map oil spills so that a response effort is most effective. Although it is relatively ... -
Large Numbers in Computing and Mathematics
(University of Plymouth, 2015)We present an overview of large numbers within mathematics and computing. Particular emphasis is put on the problem of large number notation in the mathematical attempt to get closer to infinity. -
Human impacts on Nitrogen and Phosphorus concentrations in the North Sea
(University of Plymouth, 2015)This study evaluates the temporal and spatial variations in nutrient concentrations within the period of 1990-2011, with the aim to assess the effectiveness of legislative implementation and associated control measures ... -
Assessing the extent of establishment of Undaria pinnatifida in Plymouth Sound Special Area of Conservation, UK
(University of Plymouth, 2015)The north-west Pacific kelp, Undaria pinnatifida, was first discovered in Europe on the Mediterranean coast of France (1971) and introduced to Brittany for aquaculture (1983). In the north-east Atlantic, it occurs in ...
