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Theses submitted by Lincoln University masters students.
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Management and leadership in community gardens: Two initiatives in Greater Christchurch, New Zealand : A thesis submitted to the University of Applied Life Sciences Vienna and Lincoln University in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the Degree of Master of Natural Resources Management & Ecological Engineering
(University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences Vienna, 2009)Over the last century, a rapid process of urbanisation was evidenced throughout the world. This process resulted in significant land-use changes, environmental degradation, changes of lifestyles and society through increased ... -
The effect of simulated training on basketball performance : A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Applied Science at Lincoln University
(Lincoln University, 2020)The aim of this study was to investigate whether adding hypoxia to 4 weeks of repeated sprint and high-intensity training improved explosive muscular power, aerobic performance and repeated sprint ability in 3x3 basketball ... -
Sediment trace elements in lake cores as indicators of rural land use change in six selected New Zealand lakes : A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Water Resources Management at Lincoln University
(Lincoln University, 2020)Ongoing concerns of water quality degradation in New Zealand lakes in agricultural catchments, mean that it is important to develop an understanding of both past and present conditions of lake water quality. Lake sediments ... -
The era of anti-consumption in New Zealand: An investigation of anti-consumer motivations, attitudes and behaviours : A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Commerce and Management at Lincoln University
(Lincoln University, 2020)In recent times, consumer engagement in anti-consumption movements is on the rise, while unsustainable levels of consumption have become a concerning problem in society. Literature divides anti-consumption practices into ... -
Water holding characteristics of pumice fragments in New Zealand Pumice Soils : A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Science at Lincoln University
(Lincoln University, 2020)Nutrient budget models are used throughout New Zealand to monitor the movement of water and nutrients in farm systems. Currently there is limited knowledge pertaining to the water release and water holding characteristics ...