Possible topics for MSc or BSc theses
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Our current thesis topics
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Using eDNA to analyze the diet of mysterious deep sea squid
Cuttlefish and squid are thought to be opportunistic predators, hunting anything that moves. To capture prey, they use their suction cups found on... -
Hooked on fishing: How squid catch prey using sucker ring teeth
In 1873 a fisherman called Tom Picot and his crew were attacked by a giant squid in Newfoundland. Fortunately, they could scare the squid away with an... -
Is there a lid for every pot?: Analyzing sucker morphology with CT-scans to determine whether sucker morphology is adapted to prey type
Cuttlefish and squid suckers are highly diverse in size, shape and morphology. They range from minute suckers, that have a diameter of only two hairs... -
How does climate change effect suction performance in the veined squid?
Cuttlefish and squid have a unique suction cup morphology that is characterized by a hard sucker ring. This sucker ring provides rigidity, preventing... -
Developing and characterizing bio-inspired arrays of suction cups
Cuttlefish and squid are versatile predators capable of attaching to a variety of prey items within milliseconds. They do this by rapidly extending...