The Plymouth Student Scientist - Volume 15, No.2 - 2022
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All these incredible research and development articles in this edition are from STEM students at the University of Plymouth, working on their final year research project during partial COVID19 lockdowns over the period 2021 and 2022. A huge thank you to them, and their committed supervisors. I have enjoyed reading your submissions and working with you all. With kind regards, Dr Jason B. Truscott (Chief Editor).
Biological sciences:
Toby Anderson von Trampe, Biochar amendment of a sandy loam improves wheat growth under drought and control conditions, pp. 1-18.
Anna Carne, Public engagement in environmental issues: Investigating factors of disengagement from an individual and organisational perspective, pp. 19-41.
Lena Pollett, Analysing association rates of reef manta rays (Mobula alfredi) situated in Chagos Archipelago, pp. 42-61.
Marine biology:
Caroline Millan, The effect of seagrass components on the associated bacterial diversity and antimicrobial activity in Zostera marina , pp. 62-83.
Ana Paula Vidal, The socio-economic and ecological impact of regime shifts on small-scale fisheries in northern Peru, pp. 84-101.
Rosie Wilson, Diurnal and tidal influence on the spatial distribution and surface activity of bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) in the Shannon Estuary, Ireland, pp. 102-126.
Marine Sciences:
Alizee De groodt, Numerical models to track the origin and drift of pharmaceutical flotsam in the English Channel, pp. 127-162.
Janine Douglas, Marine mammals in the Western English Channel, a survey from the Rame Head Peninsula, pp. 163-192.
Luke Glass, Assessing future projections of Intense typhoon return period and intensity over Taiwan, pp. 193-220.
Julia Hinrichs, Biological recruitment on static and boat hull panels coated with non-toxic fibre flock, pp. 221-238.
Max Harry Kimble, An investigation into the absence of the great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) from British water, pp. 239-274.
Megan Morley, Weather patterns associated with green turtle (Chelonia mydas) hypothermic stunning in Corpus Christi Bay, Texas, pp. 275-297.
Heather O'Keefe, Investigating the impacts of heterotrophic nutrition on Acropora microclados , pp. 298-319.
Ella Sykes, Identification of North Sea areas suitable for cultivating Saccharina latissima as an alternative source of protein, pp. 320-357.
Mechanical, Marine and Materials Engineering:
Oliver George Barretto, Hypersonic non-equilibrium Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis and effect of underbelly shape on a conceptual lifting body spaceplane, pp. 358-403.
Jack Orders, Computational fluid dynamics optimisation of grid fin aerodynamic design for reusable launch vehicles, pp. 404-463.
Nutrition, Exercise and Health:
Bailey Lentern, The relationship between diet, supplement use, and the prevalence and severity of nausea and vomiting during the 1st and 2nd trimesters of pregnancy, pp. 464-487.
Elise Lucas, An investigation into the effects of weekly habitual and targeted caffeine consumption on adult runners' endurance, speed, and mood, pp. 488-505.
Psychology:
Jessica Allen, The effect of pre-event instructions on eyewitness identification, pp. 506-523.
Gulbeyaz Altun, Age differences in facial first impressions of traits associated with trustworthiness, pp. 524-546.
Madeleine Esser, An Investigation into whether psychopathic traits negatively contribute to moral judgements, pp. 547-562.
Oliwia Hryniewska, Assertive behaviour: not a one-size-fits-all solution to poor psychological well-being, pp. 563-585.
Catalana Parris, Reasons for living following an acquired brain injury: A mixed thematic analysis, pp. 586-614.
Recent Submissions
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Identification of North Sea areas suitable for cultivating Saccharina latissima as an alternative source of protein
(University of Plymouth, 2022)Demands for food resources are increasing with the growing human population and the impacts of climate change on agricultural land. Protein is an essential macronutrient for human well-being and supplies are likely to ... -
Biochar amendment of a sandy loam improves wheat growth under drought and control conditions
(University of Plymouth, 2022)Drought stress is a major limiting factor in cereal crop growth. To meet the feeding requirements of an increasing population, cereal crop yields need to be significantly increased in a sustainable manner. Biochar is a ... -
Analysing association rates of reef manta rays (Mobula alfredi) situated in Chagos Archipelago
(University of Plymouth, 2022)Reef manta rays (Mobula alfredi) are in rapid decline and threatened by multiple anthropogenic pressures. Conservation of this vulnerable marine species requires an understanding of the drivers of their movement patterns ... -
Investigating the impacts of heterotrophic nutrition on Acropora microclados
(University of Plymouth, 2022)The Scleractinian coral Acropora microclados is a commercially important species that functions as both an autotroph and heterotroph. In ex situ coral aquaculture, elucidating an optimal diet to improve growth and resilience ... -
Reasons for living following an acquired brain injury: A mixed thematic analysis
(University of Plymouth, 2022)Considering the prevalence of acquired brain injury (ABI) and the concerning statistics around the associated risk of problematic substance use, impacted mental health, and suicidality (3-4 greater risk of suicidality in ... -
An investigation into the absence of the great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) from British waters
(University of Plymouth, 2022)In the last ten years, there have been over 100 reports of great white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias) in British waters, yet there has never been a confirmed sighting. British waters are home to the largest grey seal ... -
Numerical models to track the origin and drift of pharmaceutical flotsam in the English Channel
(University of Plymouth, 2022)Marine plastic pollution is an increasing problem that has serious impacts on the environment. The sources, pathways and fate of plastics in the ocean are still poorly understood, especially for marine pollution coming ... -
Hypersonic non-equilibrium Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis and effect of underbelly shape on a conceptual lifting body spaceplane
(University of Plymouth, 2022)A methodology is developed to analyse the effect of underbelly shape on the force coefficients and adiabatic wall temperature acting on a lifting body spaceplane at 30° angle of attack and three Mach numbers (𝑀𝑎=4, 10, ... -
Assertive behaviour: not a one-size-fits-all solution to poor psychological well-being
(University of Plymouth, 2022)Extraversion as both a personality trait and state has robust links with well-being; extraverted state, or behaviour, is sufficient to increase positive affect (PA) regardless of disposition. However, examining extraversion ... -
The relationship between diet, supplement use, and the prevalence and severity of nausea and vomiting during the 1st and 2nd trimesters of pregnancy
(University of Plymouth, 2022)Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy (NVP) are common conditions experienced by women throughout the world. However, despite their widespread occurrence, the prevalence and severity of symptoms range significantly, with ...
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