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Medical and Applied Physiology Experimental Report Name: Student Number: Total Marks: /30 Abstract and Introduction: 5 marks Marks were based upon the appropriateness of the summary of your report in...

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Medical and Applied Physiology Experimental Report
Name:
Student Number:
Total Marks: /30
Abstract and Introduction: 5 marks
Marks were based upon the appropriateness of the summary of your report in the Abstract. A review of the
literature based on your area of research (citing relevant literature in your area of research for your chosen
project), the conciseness of your written text, and presentation of your report’s aims or objectives. The
logical manner in which the Introduction section led to the aims and hypotheses stated.
Methods: 5.5 marks
Marks were based upon the appropriateness of the description of the methodology and reporting of technical
details. (e.g., did you provide sufficient information so that the study could be replicated by someone
eading the methods section).
Results: 5.5 marks
Presentation of what you found, i.e., data reporting. Did your findings complement your Methods and Aims?
Also, were the Figures or Tables presented relevant? All results presented in Tables and Figures should be
followed by in-text descriptions of each in this section.
Discussion, future directions and conclusions: 10 marks
Marks were based upon the appropriateness of the discussion in response to your results as compared to the
literature in the area as well the conciseness of your writing. Were the tables and figures presented under
Results refe
ed to in the Discussion section? Compare and contrast your study results with that in the
literature. Were limitations and strengths of studies in the literature discussed? Also, whether limitations of
your research were discussed and considered. Were future directions and summary/conclusion reported?
Referencing: 2.5 marks
Marks were based upon the referencing of the literature and also on the consistency and appropriateness of
the Harvard referencing system used in the report, both within the text citations and in the reference list. At
least 15 journal articles should have been cited and referenced.
Initiative and innovative ability: 1.5 marks
Marks allocated to demonstrating the ability to write creatively. Also demonstrating capacity for selfwork
and independent thinking in this experimental write-up. Ability to apply critical analysis and thinking.
Ability to apply scientific skills and interpretation in unfamiliar or new areas (such as the area of your
experiment).
Note: Refer mainly to journal articles/studies as well as other reference sources and cite them in your
assignment. Applicable for most sections above.

Laboratory Experiment Report - Instructions
Medical and Applied Physiology
Experimental Report Assignment 2018

Assignment due: Friday the 21
st
of September, 2018

Note: - Assignment is worth 30% of total subject grade
An electronic version of the assignment is to be submitted via Turnitin using UTS Online. Details
will be announced during the semester.
DO NOT submit your assignment to lecturers or tutors directly.

Note and adhere to all UTS rules regarding plagiarism and copyright issues for the writing
and submission of your assignment.
Assignment Format
ï‚· The assignment should be no more than 3000 words (excluding references).
ï‚· Use Times New Roman 12 point font. Line spacing: 1.5.

Cove
Title page: Include a
ief title. Cover page MUST contain your name, student number,
title of assignment and group number. It should also contain the total word count (excluding
eference list) and your signature.
A template of the cover page will be made available via UTS online.

Abstract: Should be 150 words maximum. This should provide a summary of your research.
Introduction: Review of the literature and research applications in your chosen area of experiment.
Do not just discuss the physiological measurement technique only. References must be used in this
section- these must include journal references.
Experimental aims and hypotheses: To be reported.
Methods: Experimental design and procedures and equipment and materials used, provide sufficient
details so that person reading can replicate the experiment.
Results: Report and describe the results collected. You may also use tables and figures or other
ways of representing the data. Do not present the same data using more than one method, for
example do not present the same data both in a table and as a graph. Each table and figure should be
followed by an in-text explanation after each in the results section.
Discussion/Future Directions and Conclusions: Provide a discussion of your results by
comparing/contrasting the results/findings you expected to that reported in the literature. Discuss
limitations in your experiments/methods and limitations and strengths in other reviewed studies.
Discuss future directions arising from the findings in the literature and your study. Provide a short
paragraph on conclusions. References must be used- include mainly journal references. You should
efer to at least 10-15 references or more in this section.
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References: Format Harvard (cite at least 15 journal references or more in your area of research).
Include mainly journal references and keep website and text book references to a minimum. Cite
eferences especially in the introduction and discussion sections. Both in-text citation and reference
list (at the end of the report) should be accurate.
Initiative and innovative ability
Some marks will also be allocated for demonstrating the ability to write concisely and creatively,
demonstrating capacity for self-work and independent thinking in this experimental write-up.
Ability to apply critical analysis and thinking when writing the assignment. Ability to apply
scientific skills and interpretation in unfamiliar or new areas (such as the area of your experiment).
Some hints
In your discussion:
- Compare and contrast your results to the findings in the literature
- Note limitations in your experiment/such as:
 Noise in the environment and signal
 Lack of subject numbers tested
 Uncontrolled experimental environment, etc.
- Discuss any lack of information in the literature, confounding results in the literature,
strengths in the studies reported in the literature, etc.
Future directions and conclusion: For future directions discuss how the experiment can be
improved, what new studies can be performed in the area.
Failure to follow instructions can lead to delays in marks being finalised.
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Medical and Applied Physiology Experimental Report 13
Medical and Applied Physiology Experimental Report
Student Name:
Student Number:
Group Number:
Total Word Count: 2909
Signature:…………….
    Abstract
The report explains controlled experiment performed in lab to measure the cere
al activity of a group of individuals using different media (scrolling on social media on their cell phone, reading a book on their phones, as well as a physical copy of a book). The experiment interviewed 14 participants of 19-21 years of age, through questionnaire, for analyzing the affect of their mobile use over the frequency of
ainwave signaling. The report found the results complying with the hypothesis. The findings prove that reading the books through mobile and
owsing the mobiles for social media reduces the concentration of mind. The report presents empirical data recorded from the responses of the participants and analyses the influence of exercise and caffeine on EEG activity of the
ain.
Keywords: Experiment; Questionnaire; Brainwave Signaling.
Introduction
With the prevalence of social media in society, people spend more of their time in a virtual world which negatively affects the
ain (Ja
,2013). It degrades the memory, makes us tired and prevents us from falling asleep. The Computer-based screens directly flashlight on eyes. The pixels and glare may tire the eyes (Hassoy, Durusoy and Karababa, 2013). Reading the illuminated screen for a longer time may cause blu
ed vision, headache and eyestrain collectively known as Computer Vision Syndrome (Naeem, 2014). The people are unable to be attentive and to concentrate on the intended text (Keykhosravi et al. 2018). The mobile
owsing activities adversely affect the
ain, alters the response time and sleeping pattern of the users (Naeem,2014). According to Morgan et al (2015), the radiations of mobile phones, being probable carcinogens, may cause cancer and tumors in the
ain.
Scientifically, there is a significant difference in how the
ain responds to different media. These deviations specify differences in concentration power, the attention and stress level. When the
ain finds it difficult to concentrate over the text, it is less likely that learning will occur. The two main functional areas of the
ain specialized in handling sight: the parietal lobe and the occipital lobe are mainly involved in the cere
al activity of
ain while reading. Any introduction of new information to the
ain, leads to formation of new pathways within the neuron clusters. Similarly, an interaction with new media through selective experience leads to changes in neuronal connection in the
ain.
According to Theory of Brain Oscillations, the Electroencephalogram (EEG) is very important to measure the oscillations or wave frequencies in particular areas of the
ain by placing a number of electrodes on the scalp (Geske & Goel, 2005). These frequencies are used to interpret different functions of
ain like sensory perception, attention, memory, learning and information processing. The EEG recordings of different parts of
ain give a real reflection of its functionality and level of overall interactions. The EEG measures four basic states of
ain waves:
Beta Waves have a frequency of about 13 waves per second. They are present at highest numbers during the state of normal consciousness, attention, and waking. Their presence shows that the
ain is reading, processing and concentrating on certain information mainly in mathematics or language areas. These waves are related to challenging cognitive activities.
Alpha waves denote a condition of less focused and more relaxed information processing generally in the range of 8-13 Waves per Second (wps).
Theta waves are associated with deep sleep and relaxation at a frequency of 4-7 wps.
Delta waves are found in case of loss of conscious attention and deep sleep pattern. They indicate a frequency of less than 4 wps.
When the wave pattern moves from slower Delta waves to faster Alpha waves, it increases attention and awareness. During stressed conditions, the beta activity a
uptly increases and alpha power blocks considerably. Several studies reflect that suppression of Theta waves enhances the mental ability of
ain. Generally while reading, our
ain is in Beta state, however, as we switch to entertainment or social media, it moves towards the alpha state. The
owsing through Facebook also refers to the lower alpha state. The mind is not focused, but alert. Eyes searching the matter of interest, perceive it as a more holistic content instead of going into the finer details of each post. Gazing at the illuminant mobile screen for a prolonged period of time also increases the alpha waves and reduces the beta power (Hassoy et al, 2013). Generally, the Beta activity increases when an individual is reading a physical book, compared to digital book and scrolling on social media 
Physiologically, if the human
ain spontaneously moves from one frequency state to another on the basis of illumination and type of media, it might affect the cognitive ability of
ain when we use different media. If the visible interaction with mobile or computer screens for prolonged duration reduces the attention and concentration levels of the
ain, it would have serious consequences for the distant learners, as against the traditional textbook learning.
Aim of the Experiment
The study analyzes how the use of these three different media (reading a book on their phone, reading a physical copy of book and just scrolling on the social media on mobile phones) influences the visual processing of the
ain. The study analyzes the cere
al activity of the
ain by measuring the
ainwaves pattern produced while the...
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