Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection

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    Ploidy and Fitness Levels of Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) Populations in South-Central Ontario: Implications for Seed Quality and Restoration

    Year: 2023, 2023
    Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
    Name(s): Creator (cre): Lefort, Hilary Anne, Thesis advisor (ths): Whillans, Tom, Thesis advisor (ths): Sager, Eric, Degree committee member (dgc): Watkinson, Autumn, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
    Abstract: <p>Ecological restoration of grassland ecosystems is increasing in scope in Ontario, as a result the demand for genetically appropriate, high-quality seeds of native plants is also
    increasing. This mixed methods study characterized fitness and seed quality traits using
    genetic, demographic and growth trial data for a keystone tallgrass prairie species Big
    bluestem (Andropogon gerardii).… more

    Wetland Offsetting: Emergent Protocols and Techniques for Prioritizing Site-Specific Wetland Services

    Year: 2021, 2021
    Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
    Name(s): Creator (cre): Spence, Becca, Thesis advisor (ths): Whillans, Tom, Degree committee member (dgc): Sager, Eric, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
    Abstract: <p>Wetland loss in southern Ontario, escalated by development, is putting pressure on planners as they struggle to meet development needs while maintaining a balance with regional natural heritage. Wetland offsetting, coupled with strategic environmental assessment and sustainable community planning, offers a potential solution. A combined approach of literature review, interviews, focus… more

    Prioritizing Restoration Potential within Protected Areas in Haliburton County, Ontario

    Year: 2021, 2021
    Member of: Trent University Graduate Thesis Collection
    Name(s): Creator (cre): Monico, Robert Giovanni, Thesis advisor (ths): Whillans, Tom, Degree committee member (dgc): Sager, Eric, Degree committee member (dgc): Attridge, Ian, Degree granting institution (dgg): Trent University
    Abstract: <p>Ecological restoration helps managers of protected areas respond to challenges presented by factors that threaten ecological integrity and respond to residual effects of previous land use. Many protected areas require restoration on sections of the property, due to previous land use. The objective of this thesis is to present criteria that assist ecological restoration professionals in… more