Possible topics for MSc or BSc theses
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Our current thesis topics
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Prey capture by the dwarf cuttlefish
Cuttlefish are versatile predators capable of attaching to a variety of prey items within milliseconds. They do this by rapidly extending their paired... -
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...