OLFM: Nancy Elliot
Theoretical Perspectives
My research project looks at how proximity to trees effects ground plant diversity. This hinges on the concept of competition for resources such as nutrients, water, and sunlight between the…
Selecting a field site for sampling
My difficulties in implementing my sampling revolved around my work schedule. I was sent to a different town for work so I had to decide whether to choose a new…
Sampling strategy at Cambridge Bay
I plan to study vegetation as my sampling unit (percent ground cover and number of species observed). I have selected an area that was a landfill that was covered in…
Data Collection
I began my data collection by measuring the soil moisture in randomly selected locations. I measured twenty replicates and recorded whether the soil was dry or damp and the location…
Blog Post 8
I had a simple line graph illustrating all the different rose plant’s growth with different amounts of sunlight. Although, at first glance, it was hard to see that there was…
Post 9: Field Research Reflections
This field research journey has been an interesting experience, which provided me with important insights not just into the subject matter but also into the process of scientific research itself….
Post 8: Tables and Graphs
The goal is to explore the diversity and health of plant species in a designated area, from 6 define main areas, of 10 square meters that are broken into approximately…
Data Collection in Riverside Park
I have gathered 3 replicates of 10 samples each between July 3rd to 6th. The weather was mostly sunny with some cloud cover, with the temperature varying from 17 –…
Blog Post 2: Sources of Information
a) The link to my source is: https://doi.org/10.1002/ecs2.2880 Citation: Hejda, M., K. Štajerová, J. Pergl, and P. Pyšek. 2019. Impacts of dominant plant species on trait composition of…
Post 7: Theoretical Perspectives
My research project aims to investigate the factors affecting plant species diversity and health in Edworthy Park’s riparian zones. This study revolves around understanding the balance between natural ecological processes…