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MRI-based habitat imaging in cancer treatment: current technology, applications, and challenges

Cancer Imaging
Extensive efforts have been dedicated to exploring the impact of tumor heterogeneity on cancer treatment at both histological and genetic levels. To accurately measure intra-tumoral heterogeneity, a non-invasive imaging technique, known as habitat ...
Shaolei Li, Yongming Dai, Jiayi Chen, Fuhua Yan, Yingli Yang   +4 more
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Tardigrada in Svalbard lichens: diversity, densities and habitat heterogeneity [PDF]

Polar Biology, 2017
Tardigrades in lichens have been poorly studied with few papers published on their ecology and diversity so far. The aims of our study are to determine the (1) influence of habitat heterogeneity on the densities and species diversity of tardigrade communities in lichens as well as the (2) effect of nutrient enrichment by seabirds on tardigrade ...
Zawierucha, Krzysztof, Węgrzyn, Michał, Ostrowska, Marta, Wietrzyk-Pełka, Paulina   +3 more
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Regional Differences in U.S. Consumer Preferences for Native Woody Shrubs With Varying Aesthetic Characteristics

Agribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Native plants offer a variety of aesthetic (e.g., fall colour, fruit, flowers) and functional benefits (e.g., pollinator friendly, wildlife friendly, water management). How these benefits influence consumer choice and perceived value of native versus introduced plants is not well understood.
Alicia Rihn, Ariana P. Torres, Sue Barton, Bridget K. Behe   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Uncovering renewable energy policy impact channels on land values, the local farm structure, and farmland heterogeneity

American Journal of Agricultural Economics, EarlyView.
Abstract Germany's Renewable Energy Sources Act (REA), enacted in 2000 and subsequently amended, subsidized national renewable energy production with fixed feed‐in tariffs for renewable energy sources (RE) from wind, solar, and biogas. Empirical studies suggest that the policy was creating windfall effects for landowners and attribute farmland use ...
Lars Isenhardt, Stefan Seifert, Saskia Wolff, Tobia Lakes, Marten Graubner, Axel Werwatz, Silke Hüttel   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

High‐elevation endemic plants predicted to lose habitat from changing climate in Washington State

American Journal of Botany, EarlyView.
Abstract Premise High‐elevation plants face unique challenges from potential climate change impacts that will likely require upslope migration into increasingly smaller suitable habitat. This situation is particularly acute for endemic species that by definition occupy small geographic ranges.
Nicholas L. Gjording, Erik W. Ertsgaard, David E. Giblin, Iris H. Dimpsey, Owen B. Bard   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Spatial heterogeneity of soil factors enhances intraspecific variation in plant functional traits in a desert ecosystem

Frontiers in Plant Science
IntroductionFunctional traits of desert plants exhibit remarkable responsiveness, adaptability and plasticity to environmental heterogeneity.MethodsIn this study, we measured six crucial plant functional traits (leaf carbon, leaf nitrogen, leaf ...
Yong-chang Wang, Yong-chang Wang, Yong-chang Wang, Xue-ni Zhang, Xue-ni Zhang, Xue-ni Zhang, Ji-fen Yang, Ji-fen Yang, Ji-fen Yang, Jing-ye Tian, Jing-ye Tian, Jing-ye Tian, Dan-hong Song, Dan-hong Song, Dan-hong Song, Xiao-hui Li, Xiao-hui Li, Xiao-hui Li, Shuang-fu Zhou, Shuang-fu Zhou, Shuang-fu Zhou   +20 more
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Interactions between maternal provisioning and natural selection on seed mass fluctuate across heat waves

American Journal of Botany, EarlyView.
Abstract Premise Changing climates are leading to more frequent and severe heat waves, potentially threatening plant populations. Both acclimation to stress and selection for heat‐escape or heat‐resistance phenotypes occur during heat waves. However, plastic responses and selection do not necessarily interact cohesively—even producing trait responses ...
Lana F. Gaspard, Elissa Harb, Stacy D. Holt Jr., Courtney M. Patterson, Nicholas J. Kooyers   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Leaf trait network variations with woody species diversity and habitat heterogeneity in degraded karst forests

Ecological Indicators
Leaf Trait Networks (LTNs) visually display the intricate trait connections in offering insights into how plants adapt to diverse environments. The pervasive environmental heterogeneity can influence plant diversity and functional traits.
Jiawei Yan, Yuejun He, Min Jiao, Yun Guo, Peiyun Xie, Danmei Chen, Qingfu Liu, Yuan Liu, Pan Wu   +8 more
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Linking community structure and climate vulnerability in desert plant assemblages of southern California

American Journal of Botany, EarlyView.
Abstract Premise Desert plant assemblages in southern California provide an opportunity to link patterns of community structure with climate‐driven vulnerability in a rapidly changing environment. California sustains an exceptionally diverse flora of approximately 4300 plant species, with 31% identified as endemic.
Hector Zumbado‐Ulate, Luis E. Barrios, Danelle A. Baronia, G. Darrel Jenerette, Lynn C. Sweet   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Reproductive stages in lowbush blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium) occur earlier with increasing temperature

American Journal of Botany, EarlyView.
Abstract Premise Climate change is altering the timing of many plant phenological events, yet most studies focus on flowering, with less attention given to later reproductive stages such as fruit development and ripening. Vaccinium angustifolium (lowbush blueberry) is an important perennial berry species that may be sensitive to these changes.
Jenna Floyd, Elise Cadiou, Alain G. Belliveau, Zoe A. Panchen, Terrell T. Roulston, Zoë Migicovsky   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source