Russ Connelly
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Email
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Location
Colchester Campus
Profile
- Seahorses!
- 3D Printing
- Scientific SCUBA Surveys
Qualifications
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Research Masters (MRes) Degree in Marine Biology University of Essex (2022)
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Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons) Degree in Marine Biology University of Essex (2021)
Research and professional activities
Thesis
Using new smart tools (eDNA and acoustics) to detect cryptic UK seahorse species
The aims of this project are to: - Develop and validate an eDNA technique using sediment samples to identify and quantify target fish species. - Develop and validate acoustic techniques for detecting target fish species. - Apply these novel techniques to evaluate existing species distribution models. - Application of these novel techniques for tracking potential changes in species distributions.
Supervisor: Dr. Michelle Taylor , Dr. Boyd McKew , Dr. Lucy Woodall , Dr. Hazel Selley , Dr. Sophie Nedelec
