All Outputs (3)

From brains to bears. understanding brain size evolution: causes, costs and benefits (2022)
Thesis
Chambers, H. From brains to bears. understanding brain size evolution: causes, costs and benefits. (Dissertation). University of Salford

Developmental and energetic costs result in brains being expensive organs to grow and maintain, yet large brains have evolved in many mammalian species. The adaptive value of increased brain size has come under scrutiny over the past few decades and... Read More about From brains to bears. understanding brain size evolution: causes, costs and benefits.

The Social Cognition of Domestic Dogs (Canis familiaris) During Cross-Species Interactions with Humans
Thesis
Worsley, H. (in press). The Social Cognition of Domestic Dogs (Canis familiaris) During Cross-Species Interactions with Humans. (Thesis). University of Salford

Domestic dog (Canis familiaris) research has revealed an impressive cognitive skillset within the species; however, little research is conducted in naturalistic settings. Thus, much of what is currently known about dog cognition comes from laboratory... Read More about The Social Cognition of Domestic Dogs (Canis familiaris) During Cross-Species Interactions with Humans.

Social behaviour and personality assessment as a tool for improving the management of cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus) in captivity
Thesis
Chadwick, C. Social behaviour and personality assessment as a tool for improving the management of cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus) in captivity. (Thesis). University of Salford

The wild cheetah population is rapidly declining, and the captive population is not self-sustaining. This is of great concern for cheetah conservation and the latter might indicate underlying captive welfare concerns. This research measured the behav... Read More about Social behaviour and personality assessment as a tool for improving the management of cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus) in captivity.