Master’s theses (BioVit)
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Answering the Call : Motivation and Experiences of Leaders in the Global Regenerative Forestation Movement
(Master thesis, 2020)Forestation, the planting and cultivation of trees, is an important strategy utilized by community groups, farmers, NGOs, and governments, to counteract catastrophic climate change. Regenerative forestation is an ecological ... -
Factors affecting the behaviour of horses when ridden, with emphasis on bridles and other equipment used to control behaviour
(Master thesis, 2020)The horse is usually controlled through use of some form of equipment and pressure. This thesis explores type and fit of riding equipment, especially bridles, and how they affect ridden horse behaviour. A review of relevant ... -
The role of demonstration farms in agroecological transitions : nexus for scaling up and scaling out agroecology
(Master thesis, 2020)Adoption of agroecological farming practices remains low, despite increasing evidence for their socioeconomic and ecological potential. This is regretful, especially in Sub Saharan Africa (SSA) where there is a critical ... -
Exploring different aspects of a metgenomic study using third-generation sequencing
(Master thesis, 2020)The microbial communities found in the gastrointestinal tract of mammals, such as within the rumen of herbivores or in the gut of humans exert significant influence on their host via their vast array of metabolic functions. ... -
Trends in runs of homozygosity and inbreeding in Norwegian Red Cattle before and after implementation of genomic selection
(Master thesis, 2020)Background: Despite commercial breeding being part of the genomic era, routine use of genotype data to govern inbreeding is still scarce. Recent studies have found acceleration of inbreeding rates after implementation of ... -
Characterization and optimization of the ParB_INT imaging tool
(Master thesis, 2020)Partitioning B (ParB) proteins are key to the prokaryotic partitioning machinery which ensures proper segregation of replicated plasmid DNA strands. ParB proteins bind specifically to a centromere-like parS sequence, from ... -
Exploring current practices and the potentials of Nanopore sequencing in metagenomics
(Master thesis, 2020)For billions of years, microorganisms were the sole inhabitants of planet Earth. As major drivers behind many essential geochemical cycles such as the carbon cycle, microbial communities are integral to the continued support ... -
Effekt av grasensilering med forskjellige syrer, kjemiske stabilisatorer, lactobacillus spp. og eksogene fibrolytiske enzymer på aerob stabilitet, kjemisk sammensetning og in vitro vomnedbrytning
(Master thesis, 2020)Konservering av grovfôr er en nødvendighet i Norge for å kunne sikre dyra tilgang på mat gjennom vinterhalvåret. God kvalitet på det konserverte fôret er viktig for å kunne opprettholde en god produksjon og produktkvalitet ... -
Participatory Guarantee System for urban agriculture
(Master thesis, 2020)Following the rapid growth of urban agriculture (UA), research has stressed the need for a methodology to evaluate and valorise sustainability of UA projects. In parallel, the worldwide development of Participatory Guarantee ... -
Fillet quality of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) as affected by dietary and environmental treatments
(Master thesis, 2020)Fillet quality of Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar L) is crucial for both salmon producers and consumers. There are endogenous and exogenous factors that affect fillet quality. This thesis mainly focuses on exogenous factors: ... -
Effect of temperature-photoperiod interaction on growth and winter bud development in Norway spruce (Picea Abies)
(Master thesis, 2020)Woody species growing in temperate and boreal regions, like Norway spruce (Picea abies) have to enter dormancy to survive winter and freezing temperatures, while simultaneously maximizing their growing period. Dormancy is ... -
Remodelling of H3K4me3 histone tail modifications across life stages in Atlantic salmon
(Master thesis, 2020)Atlantic salmon undergo a series of preparatory adaptation for a life in the sea, referred to as smoltification. Recent studies have focused on the genetic base of this process and revealed genome-wide transcriptional ... -
Growth media comparison for tomatoes in greenhouses
(Master thesis, 2020)As part of the SiEUGreen project, development of urban farming has become of increasing importance as urban population and urbanization grow worldwide. Moreover, dealing with urban waste, and recycling of resources are ... -
Sein bekjemping for å hindre produksjon av spiredyktige frø av hønsehirse (Echinochloa crus-galli (L.) P. Beauv.)
(Master thesis, 2020)Hønsehirse (Echinochloa crus-galli) som ofte blir ofte omtalt som verdens tredje verste ugras, sprer seg i områdene rundt Oslofjorden. Hønsehirse blir sett på som et økende problem i norsk landbruk. Artens suksess som ugras ... -
Investigating the need for and interest in offering honey bee pollination services in apple production : perspectives from growers and beekeepers in Midt-Telemark, Norway
(Master thesis, 2020)Studies show that having an abundance of honey bees, Apis mallifera, can increase yield and quality in fruit production. Managed honey bee pollination services may be a contributing factor to agricultural productivity. ... -
Characterization of binding ability of the commercial and novel feed binders in starch and protein based particles
(Master thesis, 2020)Pelletization aims to agglomerate a small particle of feed to become a larger particle using pressure, moisture, and heat. Pellets must have a basic form of physical quality in terms of hardness and durability to withstand ... -
Evaluation of feeding value of cereals and legumes for ruminants using in vitro gas production
(Master thesis, 2020)This thesis consists of a literature background and laboratory experiment. The literature review contains knowledge of raw ingredients, ruminal digestion of nutrients and feed evaluation methods of ruminants. Feed quality ... -
Fornying av økologisk eng : effekt av dekkvekst, såmåte og såmengd på avling og fleirårig tofrøblada ugras
(Master thesis, 2020)Dei grovfôrbaserte husdyrproduksjonane er berebjelken i norsk matproduksjon og om lag 2/3 av jordbruksarealet i Noreg vert nytta til å dyrka grovfôr. Integrert plantevern (IPV) er lovfesta, og det er trong for å utvikla ... -
Characterization of chromatin-bound interactome of cyclin-dependent kinase 12 (CDK12)
(Master thesis, 2020)Proper gene expression relies on control by an abundant number of factors and mechanisms, and the orchestration of these fine-tuned programs is fundamental in cellular functionality. Transcription regulation by RNA polymerase ... -
The welfare of finishing pigs : effects of air quality, environmental enrichment, and management
(Master thesis, 2020)It is highly important and necessary to document finishing pigs’ welfare, as healthy and happy pigs, with the ability to express their natural behaviour, will give good quality products to the consumers. A welfare ...