The Plymouth Student Scientist - Volume 03 - 2010: Recent submissions
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The effect marina design and recreational boating has on the spread of Non Indigenous Species
(University of Plymouth, 2010)The spread of Non Indigenous Species (NIS) is a global problem and has major implications for the pattern of local biodiversity and ultimately the functioning of ecosystems. Invasive NIS are recognised as a major threat ... -
The effect of handedness on interhemispheric interaction in a simple reaction time task
(University of Plymouth, 2010)An individual’s handedness was hypothesised to affect their reaction times when using them to measure interhemispheric interaction. 40 male and female participants filled out an Edinburgh Handedness Inventory and took ... -
The application of canting keel concept in racing windsurfing fins: does it lead to superior performance?
(University of Plymouth, 2010)Windsurfing is a young, dynamically evolving sport. As the numbers of windsurfers increase around the world, equipment producers race against each other, using the latest materials and technologies in the never ending ... -
The mechanisms of marine bacterial interactions
(University of Plymouth, 2010)Bacteria are found in numerous habitats within the vast marine realm. Many marine bacteria live together as a biofilm which allows them to closely interact and intimately influence each other‟s lives, mainly by the ... -
Characteristics of wool fibres from Mule Sheep
(University of Plymouth, 2010)A study was conducted to find out if there were any differences in the characteristics of wool fibres from mule sheep in sheep of different ages. Wool samples were taken from 91 North of England Mule Sheep from Seale Hayne ... -
The mitochondrial permeability transition pore components
(University of Plymouth, 2010)The mitochondrial permeability transition pore (MPTP) is a non-specific channel in the inner mitochondrial membrane (IMM) that opens following ischaemia and reperfusion due to the presence of various stimuli, such as ... -
The microbial role in carbon cycling within seagrass sediments
(University of Plymouth, 2010)Seagrasses are an important feature of coastal systems worldwide, capable of fixing significant amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere into cellular material, potentially helping to alleviate rising carbon dioxide ... -
Abundance and diversity of anuran species in Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo
(University of Plymouth, 2010)1. Anurans are important components of tropical ecosystems; however, the biodiversity of these species is under threat due to the rapid deforestation of Southeast Asian forests. 2. Abundances and numbers of individuals ... -
The effect of forest edges on the community structure of tropical fruit-feeding butterflies
(University of Plymouth, 2010)Artificial edges in tropical forests are known to have profound effects on microclimate, tree mortality, forest structure, and community composition. While edges between continuous forest and clear felled stands have been ... -
The effect of different dosages of caffeine on time to exhaustion in prolonged exercise in trained athletes (a meta analysis)
(University of Plymouth, 2010)Background The world anti doping organisation removed caffeine from the banned list of substances in 2004; yet, research shows over recent years caffeine has become one of the most widely used ergogenic aids by athletes ...
