• Geomorphology and geotechnical characterization of the Queenstown Hill landslide 

  Gnesko, Laura (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  The Queenstown Area is a major tourist destination in the lower South Island and has approximately 16,000 permanent residents. Residential development occurs predominantly on flat-lying alluvial terraces, and elsewhere on ...

• The efficacy of a computer based reading program for increasing the reading comprehension skills of children with autism 

  Henderson-Faranda, Natalia (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  Reading comprehension skills are often impaired in children with autism. This multiple-phase single case design study sought to explore the impact of a computer assisted reading program, Reading Eggspress (RE), on the ...

• Origin and emplacement of a composite benmoreite-trachyte intrusion : Castle Rock, Lyttelton volcano 

  Fitzgerald, Rose (University of Canterbury, 1991)

  Castle Rock and the Eastern Sheet are elongate intrusions associated with the Lyttelton Volcano, Banks Peninsula. These intrusions were emplaced about 9.7 Ma, late in the evolutionary history of the volcano, and are connected ...

• An investigation of the soil-water characteristics and unsaturated shear strength behaviour of Akaroa loess 

  Yates, Katherine (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  Loess and loess-derived soils in the Akaroa Harbour area are typically unsaturated and are often vulnerable to shallow landsliding during rainfall events. These failures occur in both natural slopes and engineered cuttings, ...

• An open trial investigating the usefulness of metacognitive therapy for patients diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa 

  Then, Rebecca (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  Anorexia nervosa is considered to be a difficult disorder to treat in adults (Fairburn, 2005). The current study aimed to explore the effectiveness of metacognitive therapy modified for anorexia nervosa as a new intervention ...

• New computationally efficient quantum chemical models that capture static and dynamic correlation separately 

  Stinson, Chris (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  This thesis presents a new family of computationally-efficient quantum chemical methods designed to capture static and dynamic correlation energies separately without double counting. Statically correlated systems require ...

• Soil legacy and fungal community responses to Cytisus scoparius invasion. 

  Wainer, Ralph (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  The goal of my thesis was to study the effects of soil under various levels of invasive Cytisus scoparius (Scotch broom) and then examine whether the unique soil legacy of C. scoparius was contingent on how C. scoparius ...

• Optimising the transport of Crassostrea gigas for aquaculture. 

  Jaroslav, Prenski (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  Transporting oysters in air between growing sites is common practice in the New Zealand Pacific oyster (Crassostrea gigas) aquaculture industry. However, this process is detrimental to their post-transport survival, leading ...

• Multi-trophic effects of predator exclusion fencing for the robust grasshopper (Brachaspis robustus) : implications for invertebrate conservation. 

  McIver, Liam Richard (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  Evidence is mounting that the earth is entering a sixth mass extinction event. However, species conservation, essential to prevent further loss, is costly and some management actions may have unintended negative effects ...

• The use of bioreactors and a vertical flow reactor in the treatment of circum-neutral mine affected water. 

  Stephanie R., Hayton (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  OceanaGold’s Globe Progress Mine, located in the West Coast of New Zealand, is a hard rock gold mine which ceased operation in 2015 and is now in the closure phase. During operations an active water treatment plant was ...

• The relationship between neuroticism and health outcomes : the effects of vigilance and conscientiousness 

  Elston, Meg (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  The effect of neuroticism on health has been debated throughout health research. Many studies indicate negative effects of neuroticism finding it to be related to risky health behaviours, worse self-rated health, somatic ...

• Effects of mismatched pre- and postnatal environments on offspring sex ratios in reintroduced populations. 

  Robinson, Arran Lindsay (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  Species reintroductions are becoming increasingly used as a conservation strategy to preserves threatened species and restore natural ecosystems. While species reintroductions can have significant positive impacts for ...

• Characterisation of the cysQ locus of Escherichia coli : cysQ is activated by entry into stationary phase 

  McDonald, Michael David (University of Canterbury, 1993)

  Cysteine biosynthesis is an essential biosynthetic activity of Escherichia coli, as it is the sole pathway for synthesis of reduced sulphur. In this study a mutant, AM77, was found to be a cysteine requiring ...

• Colour and size variation within a population of Brachaspis collinus (Hutton) (Orthoptera: Acrididae) 

  Staples, Derek J. (University of Canterbury, 1967)

  There are at least two types of biological variation, i.e., “group, or geographical variation” referring to differences between populations and "individual variation” referring to differences among individuals in a single ...

• The Pegasus Bay rig fishery : management for optimum yield 

  Massey, Brendon Robert (University of Canterbury, 1984)

  The Pegasus Bay rig fishery is a small but complex set net fishery. It is one of the four main fisheries exploiting the South Island east coast rig stock. The goal of this study is to determine how the fishery could be ...

• The nostalgic process and experience : an examination of the cognitive and experiential nature of the nostalgic process at state and trait levels. 

  Bhattacharya, Oindrila (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  This main objective of this research work was to study the experiential nature of nostalgia. Nostalgia is a complex phenomenon with a cognitive component focussed on past autobiographical memories that elicits a rich ...

• Percolating atomic switch networks for neuromorphic computing 

  Mallinson, Joshua B. (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  Conventional computer technology is ubiquitous in modern society. Initially used only to perform mathematical calculations, computers are now integrated with most daily human activity. As the demand on computers shifts ...

• Effect of non-pathogenic bacteria on plant pathogen virulence and the plant immune system 

  Jiang, Renji (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  The development of so-called biocontrol agents is in the spotlight to solve agricultural losses caused by foliar pathogens. Biocontrol agents can protect plants via direct antagonistic interactions or by modulating host ...

• Aero-tactile integration in speech perception : adults with hearing impairment. 

  Gordon, M. (University of Canterbury, 2017)

  Human speech perception can be influenced by speech-related air-flow stimuli delivered to the skin, known as aero-tactile stimulation. Following on from a series of experiments conducted in listeners with normal hearing, ...

• Are diversity strategies all or nothing? Moving away from a winner takes all approach toward a fit for purpose approach 

  Melville, Savannah (University of Canterbury, 2020)

  Various strategies have been brought forward as possible solutions to address the challenges arising from increased levels of diversity and intergroup relations. Some have been favoured more (or less) than others within ...

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