Academic Articles & Research Papers

Correction : Low carbon futures: assessing the status of decarbonisation efforts at universities within a 2050 perspective

“Ahogy gondozza, úgy veszi hasznát.” Hagyományos ökológiai tudás és gazdálkodás Gyimesben. Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Land Use in Gyimes (Eastern Carpathians), by Dániel Babai, Ábel Molnár and Zsolt Molnár. Vácrátót, Budapest, 2014, 174 p.

The reviewed book meets the increase expectation of studying traditional ecological knowledge of the Hungarian-speaking Csángó [Tsango] ethnics, comparing it to Western science, and thus bringing further substantial proof of how traditional...

Toward a pluralistic conservation science

Abstract This editorial reflects on the history of the conservation movement, the strong continuing influence of its colonial past, and the counter‐emergence of a more pluralistic and respectful worldview. Conservation Letters seeks to supp...

Barriers and opportunities for clinical trials in Bahrain: a qualitative study of key opinion leaders

Background and objectives Clinical trials are essential for advancing scientific knowledge and improving patient outcomes. In the last decade, Bahrain has made notable progress in healthcare. However, clinical trial participation from the r...

Features of reproduction of the shrub vole <i>Microtus majori</i> Thomas, 1906 in natural conditions

Aim. The purpose of this research based on the study of the ecological and biological characteristics of the shrub vole is to expand knowledge about patterns of microevolution in space, ecology and biology on the basis of which to assess th...

Antidiarrheal and antimicrobial profiles extracts of the leaves from Trichilia emetica Vahl. (Meliaceae)

Objective: To evaluate anti-diarrhoeal and antimicrobial activities of the bioactive fraction of Trichilia emetica in order to provide a scientific basis for the management of gastroenteritis in Burkina Faso. Methods: To do this, polyphenol...

Enhanced Degradation of Juvenile Hormone Promotes Reproductive Diapause in the Predatory Ladybeetle Coccinella Septempunctata

Improved knowledge on the regulation of reproductive diapause in Coccinella septempunctata, an important predator of aphids, is crucial for improving shelf-life and mass production of the ladybeetles. In many insects, the absence of juvenil...

Association Mapping of Seed Coat Color Characteristics for Near-Isogenic Lines of Colored Waxy Maize Using Simple Sequence Repeat Markers

Waxy maize is mainly cultivated in South Korea for the production of food and snacks, and colored maize with increased anthocyanin content is used in the production of functional foods and medicinal products. Association mapping analysis (A...

A native parasitic plant and soil microorganisms facilitate a native plant co‐occurrence with an invasive plant

Abstract Invasive plants often interact with antagonists that include native parasitic plants and pathogenic soil microbes, which may reduce fitness of the invaders. However, to date, most of the studies on the ecological consequences of an...

Study on Three Sarcocapnos Species as Potential Sources of Bioactive Compounds: Relation between Phenolic Content and Bioactivity by Multivariate Analysis

In this work, we report the phenolic composition and bioactivity of the aerial parts of three species of Sarcocapnos (S. enneaphylla, S. pulcherrima, and S. saetabensis) to study their potential as sources of bioactive compounds to revalori...

Updated Taxonomy of Chinese <i>Craterellus</i> (Hydnaceae, Cantharellales) with Three New Species Described

Species of Craterellus are interesting and important due to their mycorrhizal properties, medicinal value, and edibility. Despite extensive research on Craterellus in China, its taxonomy remains inadequately understood. This study presents ...

Floristic diversity and structural parameters on the forest tree population in the Luki biosphere reserve, Democratic Republic of Congo

Tropical rainforests play an important role in the global Eco-climatic balance and its sustainable management is a major concern that has attracted the attention of researchers. The Luki biosphere reserve, while under a status of protected ...

Prediction of metabolic status of dairy cows in early lactation using milk fatty acids and test-day variables

ABSTRACT: Early lactation metabolic imbalance is an important physiological change affecting the health, production, and reproduction of dairy cows. The aims of this study were (1) to evaluate the potential of test-day (TD) variables with o...

Timing of menarche and pubertal growth patterns using the QEPS growth model

ObjectivesTo explore the timing of menarche, postmenarcheal growth, and to investigate the impact of various variables on menarcheal age and postmenarcheal and pubertal growth.Study DesignThis longitudinal community population-based study a...

Nanomaterials in nuclear engineering and radioecology

Key results concerning large-scale application of nanomaterials in nuclear engineering are reviewed. The data on redox reactions of uranium and actinides in solutions and solid-phase transformations for the development of modern technologie...

Identification of potential welfare and survival indicators for stranded cetaceans through international, interdisciplinary expert opinion

Management of live cetacean strandings generally focuses on refloating animals, yet there is a lack of scientific data to inform decision-making. Valid indicators that are practical to measure are needed to assess welfare status and surviva...

Consumers' Perception of Urban Farming—An Exploratory Study

Urban agriculture offers the opportunity to provide fresh, local food to urban communities. However, urban agriculture can only be successfully embedded in urban areas if consumers perceive urban farming positively and accept urban farms in...

First Report of Ciguatoxins in Two Starfish Species: Ophidiaster ophidianus and Marthasterias glacialis

Ciguatera fish poisoning (CFP) is a syndrome caused by the ingestion of fish contaminated with Ciguatoxins (CTXs). These phycotoxins are produced mainly by dinoflagellates that belong to the genus Gambierdiscus that are transformed in more...

Reefs under Siege—the Rise, Putative Drivers, and Consequences of Benthic Cyanobacterial Mats

Benthic cyanobacteria have commonly been a small but integral component of coral reef ecosystems, fulfilling the critical function of introducing bioavailable nitrogen to an inherently oligotrophic environment. Though surveys may have previ...

Characterizing Photosymbiosis Between Fraginae Bivalves and Symbiodinium Using Phylogenetics and Stable Isotopes

Photosymbiotic associations between heterotrophic hosts and photosynthetic algae play crucial roles in maintaining the trophic and structural integrity of coral reef ecosystems. The marine bivalve subfamily Fraginae contains both non-symbio...