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Interferon functional analog activates antiviral Jak/Stat signaling through integrin in an arthropod
Cell Reports, 2021 Summary: Drosophila Vago is a small antiviral peptide. Its ortholog in Culex mosquito was found to be an interferon-like cytokine that limits virus replication through activating Jak/Stat signaling.
Jie Gao +5 more
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education, Volume 53, Issue 2, Page 117-125, March/April 2025.Abstract Curated undergraduate research experiences have been widely used at colleges and universities for decades to build student interest, technical preparation, and confidence in the pursuit of scientific careers. Educators often employ standardized survey instruments to evaluate learning outcomes for research experiences, but many of these ...
Richelle L. Tanner +3 more
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Snakes in Europe Under Climate Change: Is It Getting Too Hot for the Cold‐Blooded?
Biological Diversity, EarlyView.Modelled projections indicate a widespread decline in ecological suitability for snakes across Europe, with cold‐adapted species demonstrating particular vulnerability to global warming. ABSTRACT Europe's climate will change dramatically. Snakes are particularly vulnerable to such changes due to their ectothermic nature and limited dispersal capacities.
Pablo Deschepper
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Spiders as surrogate species in ecological monitoring, habitat classification and reserve selection : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Science in Ecology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand [PDF]
, 2001 The use of invertebrates in the monitoring of terrestrial ecosystems was investigated using spiders as a focal group. In a review of previous literature, spiders were found to meet the majority of criteria required of suitable ecological indicators ...
Coombe, Gil Michael Ian
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LifeMany animals display nephridial structures for the ultrafiltration of metabolic waste. However, a nephridial equivalent and an excretory system are not generally recognized for echinoderms.
L. Courtney Smith, Thomas M. Hill
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Chemical Differentiation of the Central Nervous System in Invertebrates [PDF]
, 1917 A. R. Moore
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Chemistry &Biodiversity, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Yeasts belonging to the genus Rhodotorula are capable of synthesizing carotenoids, such as β‐carotene, γ‐carotene, torulene, torularodine, and astaxanthin. These carotenoids have been shown to offer health benefits to humans, such as immune system strengthening and a reduced risk of chronic degenerative diseases.
David Cristian Rodrigues Lucas +1 more
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Potential Herbicidal and Insecticidal (Beneficial) Properties of Nepalese Lemongrass Essential Oil
Chemistry &Biodiversity, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf, commonly known as lemongrass, is a member of the Poaceae family and is native to tropical and subtropical regions, including South Asia. The species is renowned for its diverse applications in culinary arts, perfumery, and traditional medicinal practices.
Beáta Baranová +13 more
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Balancing between predation risk and food by boreal breeding ducks
Ecology and EvolutionWetlands belong to the globally most threatened habitats, and organisms depending on them are of conservation concern. Wetland destruction and quality loss may affect negatively also boreal breeding ducks in which habitat selection often needs balancing ...
Sari Holopainen +4 more
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