Masters Theses: Recent submissions
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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 ... -
The association between physical activity and vascular health in a cross section of older adults : A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Applied Science at Lincoln University
(Lincoln University, 2020)In New Zealand, the older adult population is the fastest growing age group, currently with 29,000 90 plus year olds, and it is projected to surpass 180,000 by 2060 (Stats NZ, 2019b). Older age is associated with frailty ... -
Access and impact: The spatial effects of off-road vehicles on a saltmarsh wetland in Canterbury, New Zealand : A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Landscape Architecture at Lincoln University
(Lincoln University, 2020)Saltmarsh wetlands are highly productive environments that provide a wide range of ecosystem services, yet many of them have been lost globally and continue to be degraded. Significant impacts can occur when wetlands are ...