Theses - Zoology
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Development of neuronal connectivity in the central nervous system of Drosophila melanogaster
(2019-04-27)Our nervous system is made of billions of neurons that process sensory information and control behavior. It is organized into circuits with specifically tuned cell-to-cell connections that are essential for proper function. ... -
Effects of early-life social experiences on learning and conservation in a threatened songbird
(2019-07-20)Learning new behaviour is a fundamental way for animals to adjust to changes in their surroundings and is especially important for naïve juveniles. Paying attention to socially-provided information may be a way for juveniles ... -
Investigating the mechanisms of cell competition in mammals using in vitro systems
Cell competition leads to elimination of a viable cell population, by fitter cells. Despite over forty years of research, the molecular mechanisms of competition in mammals are poorly understood. During my PhD I have ... -
An analysis of phonotactic behaviour in the cricket Gryllus bimaculatus
(2019-07-20)This thesis represents a comprehensive examination of the phonotactic behaviour (i.e. attraction to sound) of the female Gryllus bimaculatus under laboratory conditions. Chapter 2 is the first study to analyze the effect ...
