The Plymouth Student Scientist
- Welcome to The Plymouth Student Scientist! This is an electronic journal showcasing excellence in undergraduate student research from the University of Plymouth's STEM disciplines. This online journal started as the main output of a HEFCE-funded project, and is now supported by Learning Development, Student Learning Services (part of Library and Academic Development). Its aim is to support and develop research-informed teaching and good writing practice at the University of Plymouth. The journal is bi-annual and typically publishes student work from each academic year in both the December and June editions.
- The e-journal seeks to make the research process more accessible and explicit, by highlighting examples of good practice from across the STEM disciplines. It also aims to support both staff and student involvement, by acting as a teaching tool for staff and as a vehicle to promote and share student research activities. We welcome STEM submissions from all faculties at Plymouth How to submit
- It is hoped that the journal will encourage students to become more reflective and critical of their own research skills as they consider the work of their peers. It is with this aim in mind that all articles are presented, largely, in their original state complete with imperfections. In addition, we hope the journal will enable students to see a range of research activities and potential collaborations with staff at the University, encouraging further dialogue and enquiries. We welcome comments regarding this e-journal. Contact the Chief Editor
Current Issue: Volume 17, Issue 2 (2024)
Introduction
All these incredible research and development articles in this edition are from STEM students at the University of Plymouth, working on their final year undergraduate research project during the period 2023 and 2024. 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 and Marine Sciences Articles
The impact of artificial light at night on the distribution of sea turtles in the Mediterranean
Molly R. Blyth
Investigating climate change and nutrient pollution effects on Drupella rugosa coral reef destruction in Koh-Tao, Thailand
Beatrice Canteri
Predictors of sedimentary organic carbon in seagrass vegetated and unvegetated sediment in the Tamar Estuary, United Kingdom
Kathryn Pogson
Rooting for resilience: Investigating the success of seagrass restoration methods
Olivia K. Stockdale
Biomedical and Healthcare Sciences Articles
Engineering, Computing and Mathematics Articles
Sloshing analysis of an isothermal fluid in a cylindrical tank for cryogenic tank design using smoothed particle hydrodynamics
Dillon Freeman
Measurement of the mechanical properties of blood vessels using a vascular simulation rig
Jack Lockyer
Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences Articles
An In-depth analysis and comparison of eco and non-eco surfboard waxes
Markos Kaskaneas - Efthymiou
