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Climatic variation: effects on global seabird populations
(University of Plymouth, 2012)
This review will identify and outline four dominant climatic systems and describe
associated environmental factors including discussion of subsequent effects that
they have on global seabird populations. Finally, the ...
How will ocean acidification affect marine photosynthetic organisms? A review
(University of Plymouth, 2012)
Atmospheric carbon dioxide is increasing year on year, mainly as a result of burning
fossil fuels. Although carbon dioxide dissolves in the oceans, mitigating atmospheric
effects, it does result in a reduction of the ...
Testing the Degradation Rates of Degradable, Non-degradable and Bio-degradable Plastics Within Simulated Marine Environments
(University of Plymouth, 2008)
Do microplastics affect the bioavailability of harmful pollutants? [POSTER]
(University of Plymouth, 2014)
Poster presentation
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 ...
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 ...
Facies analysis and diagenesis of late Pleistocene shoreline sands, Saunton, North Devon
(University of Plymouth, 2012)
The succession at Saunton is composed of all the major elements of Pleistocene coastal stratigraphy from across north Devon. The aim of this study is to analyse and interpret the depositional environment of the laterally ...
Working Towards Productive Seas: A Comparative Analysis of the Marine Management Regimes under UK and Scottish Law
(University of Plymouth, 2014)
This research presents a comparative analysis of the marine management regimes under the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 and the Marine (Scotland) Act 2010. In light of the vision shared by both administrations to achieve ...
The impacts of tuna fisheries on the pelagic ecosystem in the central west Pacific Ocean [POSTER]
(University of Plymouth, 2014)
Poster submission
Labrador Sea Water formation in the Irminger Basin and its dependence on the North Atlantic Oscillation
(University of Plymouth, 2009)
Historical temperature and salinity data from the Irminger basin were analysed to determine if Labrador Sea Water forms in the Irminger Basin and if deep convection in the region is dependent on the North Atlantic Oscillation. ...