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Mathematical modelling of invertebrate movement patterns
Reference
BBS/E/C/00004939
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Dr Andrew Reynolds
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Institution
Rothamsted Research
Department
Rothamsted Research Department
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
405,345
Status
Completed
Type
Institute Project
Start date
01/04/2008
End date
31/03/2012
Duration
48 months
Abstract
The objective of the research is to develop a unified theory of invertebrate movement patterns over field scales. This research will utilise data from harmonic studies of the flight patterns of honeybees, bumbebees and butterflies. Data acquired at the laboratory-scale will also be used. Modelling will draw upon recent advances that have been made in search theory. It is hypothesed that many invertebrate utilize optimal Levy flight searching patterns.
Summary
unavailable
Committee
Closed Committee - Engineering & Biological Systems (EBS)
Research Topics
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Research Priority
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Research Initiative
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Funding Scheme
X – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme
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