Browsing Philosophiae Doctor - PhD (Biodiversity and Conservation Biology) by Author "Raitt, Lincoln"
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An analysis of primary and secondary production in lake Kariba in a changing climate
Ndebele-Murisa, Mzime R. (University of Western Cape, 2011)Analysis of temperature, rainfall and evaporation records over a 44-year period spanning the years 1964 to 2008 indicates changes in the climate around Lake Kariba. Mean annual temperatures have increased by approximately ... -
Linking biology and sustainable livelihoods to the proposed establishment of community -based Eucheumoid farming in southern Kenya
Wakibia, Joseph .G (University of the Western Cape, 2005)Growth rates of three commercial eucheumoids: brown Eucheuma denticulatum and green and brown Kappaphycus alvarezii were studied at three sites (Gazi Bay, Kibuyuni and Mkwiro) in southern Kenya. The study was conducted ... -
Salt tolerance and modification of wheat salt resistance by plant hormones
Adam, Muftah Ahmed (University of the Western Cape, 2004)The history of salt tolerance and the factors effecting salt resistance of plants were literature surveyed, and it was concluded that ion concentration, salt accumulation, compatible solutes and the genetic traits play a ... -
Sources of heavy metals in vegetables in Cape Town and possible methods of remediation
Meerkotter, Marÿke (University of the Western Cape, 2012)Cape Town includes two vegetable farming areas within the city limits, the Joostenbergvlakte/Kraaifontein area and the Philippi area. Both areas supply produce to local markets and further afield. Sporadically, high levels ... -
Water regime requirements and possible climate change effects on Fynbos Biome Restionaceae
Ayuk, James (University of the Western Cape, 2018)The Cape Floristic Region (CFR) of southern Africa is one of the world’s most unique biodiversity hotspots. However, this biodiversity continues to be threatened by habitat loss due to rapid urbanisation, agriculture and ...