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Ecological networks: delving into the architecture of biodiversity [PDF]

Biology Letters, 2014
In recent years, the analysis of interaction networks has grown popular as a framework to explore ecological processes and the relationships between community structure and its functioning. The field has rapidly grown from its infancy to a vibrant youth, as reflected in the variety and quality of the discussions held at the first international ...
Heleno, Ruben, Garcia, Cristina, Jordano, Pedro, Traveset, Anna, Gómez, José Maria, Blüthgen, Nico, Memmott, Jane, Moora, Mari, Cerdeira, Jorge, Rodríguez-Echeverría, Susana, Freitas, Helena, Olesen, Jens M.   +11 more
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The complete mitochondrial genome of a yellow-bellied sea snake (Hydrophis platurus) (Squamata, Elapidae)

Mitochondrial DNA. Part B. Resources, 2020
In this study, we provide the first report of the complete mitochondrial genomic sequencing of a yellow-bellied sea snake (Hydrophis platurus) that has the broadest distribution range of all Squamata species.
Jong-Gwan Kim, Jaejin Park, Chang-Ho Yi, Min-Seop Kim, In-Young Cho, Ji min Kim, Il-Hun Kim   +6 more
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Developing a flexible learning activity on biodiversity and spatial scale concepts using open‐access vegetation datasets from the National Ecological Observatory Network

Ecology and Evolution, 2021
Biodiversity is a complex, yet essential, concept for undergraduate students in ecology and other natural sciences to grasp. As beginner scientists, students must learn to recognize, describe, and interpret patterns of biodiversity across various spatial
Diane M. Styers, Jennifer L. Schafer, Mary Beth Kolozsvary, Kristen M. Brubaker, Sara E. Scanga, Laurel J. Anderson, Jessica J. Mitchell, David Barnett   +7 more
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Ecological-Economic Analysis and Valuation of Biodiversity [PDF]

SSRN Electronic Journal, 2001
This paper introduces and surveys ecological-economic analysis and valuation of biodiversity. Furthermore, the notion and application of economic, monetary valuation of biodiversity is critically evaluated. A classification of biodiversity values is offered, based on a system of logical relationships among biodiversity, ecosystems, species and human ...
Paulo A.L.D. Nunes, Jeroen C.J.M. van den Bergh, Peter Nijkamp   +2 more
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Meiofauna Biodiversity and Ecology [PDF]

, 2020
Meiofauna are small organisms ranging 30–500 μm in body size, inhabiting marine sediments and other substrata all over the world, even the most extreme ones. We can find many different meiofaunal species in a very small handful of sediment, with the most varied and curious shapes, that share peculiar lifestyles, ecological relationships, and ...
Semprucci Federica, Sandulli Roberto
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Studies on reproductive strategies of Vitex negundo L. var. heterophylla (Franch.) Rehder (Lamiaceae) based on morphological characteristics and SSR markers

Ecology and Evolution, 2020
Vitex negundo L. var. heterophylla (Franch.) Rehder (Lamiaceae) is an important tree species for soil and water conservation, yet the reproductive ecology of this species remains to be elucidated. To investigate the reproductive traits of V. negundo var.
Xiaohan Sun, Feng Wang, Rong Cui, Xiao Liu, Xiangxiang Li, Jibin Dong, Lu Sun, Siqi Qin, Renqing Wang, Peiming Zheng, Hui Wang   +10 more
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Bulk, water, and sediment eDNA metabarcoding reveal metric-driven differences in WFD macrozoobenthos ecological status classification in Slovakia [PDF]

Metabarcoding and Metagenomics
Freshwater biomonitoring under the EU Water Framework Directive (WFD) relies on multiple biological quality elements, with macrozoobenthos being one of the most widely used, although still constrained by time-consuming morphological identification and ...
Michaela Šamulková, Pavel Beracko, Patrik Macko, Kornélia Tuhrinová, Zuzana Čiamporová-Zaťovičová, Fedor Čiampor Jr   +5 more
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What role does the seed coat play during symbiotic seed germination in orchids: an experimental approach with Dendrobium officinale

BMC Plant Biology, 2022
Background Orchids require specific mycorrhizal associations for seed germination. During symbiotic germination, the seed coat is the first point of fungal attachment, and whether the seed coat plays a role in the identification of compatible and ...
Xiang-Gui Chen, Yi-Hua Wu, Neng-Qi Li, Jiang-Yun Gao   +3 more
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Magnetotactic Bacteria from Extreme Environments

Life, 2013
Magnetotactic bacteria (MTB) represent a diverse collection of motile prokaryotes that biomineralize intracellular, membrane-bounded, tens-of-nanometer-sized crystals of a magnetic mineral called magnetosomes.
Christopher T. Lefèvre, Dennis A. Bazylinski   +1 more
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The land and sea routes to 2030: a call for greater attention on all small islands in global environmental policy

npj Biodiversity, 2023
Islands have unique vulnerabilities to biodiversity loss and climate change. Current Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement are insufficient to avoid the irreversible loss of critical island ecosystems. Existing research, policies,
Andrea Monica D. Ortiz, Ma. Laurice Jamero, Silvio Javier Crespin, Cecilia Smith Ramirez, Denise Margaret S. Matias, Jameela Joy Reyes, Aníbal Pauchard, Antonio G. M. La Viña   +7 more
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