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Multi-generation effects of lead (Pb) on two Daphnia species
Two monophyletic Daphnia species ( Daphnia magna and D. similis ) were exposed to a sub-lethal concentration of Pb (50 µg/L) for nine generations under...
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Heterologous expression of distinct insecticidal genes in potato cultivars encodes resistance against potato tuber moth, Phthorimaea operculella (Zeller) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae)
The potato tuber moth, Phthorimaea operculella (Zeller), is a notorious insect pest of potato incurring substantial yield losses in the field as well...
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Exploring Ficus religiosa inflorescence powder as an eco-friendly and sustainable solution for the removal of crystal violet with a disposal solution
This study investigates the potential of using Ficus religiosa inflorescence (peepal tree) as an efficient solution for removing crystal violet from...
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Application of CuNPs and AMF alleviates arsenic stress by encompassing reduced arsenic uptake through metabolomics and ionomics alterations in Elymus sibiricus
Recent studies have exhibited a very promising role of copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) in mitigation of abiotic stresses in plants. Arbuscular...
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Soil effects on the plant growth inhibitory activity of S-abscisic acid
The use of natural plant growth regulators (PGRs) as ecofriendly agrochemicals is gaining much attention, but the fate of these compounds once they...
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The acyl-CoA-binding protein VdAcb1 is essential for carbon starvation response and contributes to virulence in Verticillium dahliae
In the face of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus starvation, microorganisms have evolved adaptive mechanisms to maintain growth. In a previous study,...
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Rushing and spawning behavior of the Kidako moray Gymnothorax kidako
This study investigated the reproductive behavior of the Kidako moray Gymnothorax kidako in Tateyama, Chiba, Japan and Enoshima Aquarium. Field...
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Apple Pomace Extract Induces Cell Proliferation and Increases Type I Collagen and Hyaluronan Production in Human Skin Fibroblasts In Vitro
Apple pomace is the residue left after apples are squeezed. The majority of pomace produced worldwide is produced by the apple manufacturing...
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Synthetic Alfalfa Infusion Odour Attracts Gravid Culex quinquefasciatus Under Laboratory Conditions
Gravid culicine mosquitoes rely on olfactory cues for selecting breeding sites containing organic detritus. While this capacity of the mosquitoes is...
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Exploring secondary structures within the nuclear ribosomal DNA internal transcribed spacers (nr DNA ITS) for enhanced phylogenetic insights in Medicago sativa (alfalfa)
ITS sections, which are situated inside the ribosomal DNA operon, are recognized for their high levels of diversity and slow rate of evolution, which...
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Polyploidy in maize: from evolution to breeding
Polyploidy played an important role in the evolution of the three most important crops: wheat, maize and rice, each of them providing a unique model...
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Where do Harris’ Checkerspots Lay their Eggs and what are the Consequences?
Where a female lays her eggs has strong implications for the survival of her offspring, an impetus that takes on particular significance for species...
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Unveiling the Role of Angiosperm Pollen Morphology in Attachment to the Moth (Lepidoptera) Proboscides
AbstractThe current study aims to understand the role of various morphological features of pollen grains in attachment with moth proboscides. To test...
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Trait-guided selection for superior safflower genotypes: towards enhanced oil yield and composition
Safflower ( Carthamus tinctorius L.) is an important oilseed crop with potential for further improvement through breeding programs. However, there is...
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Identification of Tissue Expression Characteristics of Pig ALKBH5 and Its Association with Pathogenic Microbial Infection
AbstractN 6 -methyladenosine (m 6 A) as a reversible RNA modification has become a new direction and hotspot of RNA epigenetics research in the field of...
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Sexual Size Dimorphism in Buthus tunetanus (Scorpiones: Buthidae) from Tunisia
AbstractScorpions are known to exhibit sexual size dimorphism, but data is still lacking from a large number of species throughout the world. Such...
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Epichloë endophytes alter the soil microbial communities and soil metabolite profile after their host decomposition under salt stress
Background and aimDecomposition plays a crucial role in regulating the structure and function of microbial ecosystems. However, the response of soil...
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Sublethal exposure to thiamethoxam and pyraclostrobin affects the midgut and Malpighian tubules of the stingless bee Frieseomelitta varia (Hymenoptera: Apidae: Meliponini)
The stingless bee Frieseomelitta varia Lepeletier 1836 (Hymenoptera: Apidae) is an essential pollinator in natural and agricultural ecosystems in the...
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Growth Characteristics of 10 Deep-Sea Demersal Scorpaenoid Fish Species from the Arabian Sea: Insights for Database Update and Fisheries Management
AbstractThe present study provides length-weight relationships (LWRs) and condition factors (Kn) estimates for ten deep-sea scorpaeniform fishes...
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DNA Barcoding of Tree Frogs: Testing the Existence of Two Mitochondrial Lineages of Hyla savignyi
AbstractDNA barcoding is a popular approach that can aid in identifying species and has led to the discovery of many new amphibian species. In this...
