Chromosome-level genome assembly of predatory ladybug Coccinella transversoguttata [PDF]
Coccinella transversoguttata is a crucial beneficial insect within Coccinellidae, playing a significant role in biological pest control and maintaining ecological balance.
Dong Xiang +9 more
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A Review of Ladybug Taint in Wine: Origins, Prevention, and Remediation [PDF]
Ladybug taint (also known as ladybird taint) is a relatively recently recognized fault that has been identified in wines from a wide range of terroirs. Alkyl-methoxypyrazines—particularly 2-isopropyl-3-methoxypyrazine—have been determined as the causal ...
Gary J. Pickering, Andreea Botezatu
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A CARS-SPA-GA Feature Wavelength Selection Method Based on Hyperspectral Imaging with Potato Leaf Disease Classification [PDF]
Early blight and ladybug beetle infestation are important factors threatening potato yields. The current research on disease classification using the spectral differences between the healthy and disease-stressed leaves of plants has achieved good ...
Xue Li, Xueliang Fu, Honghui Li
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Chromosome-level genome assembly of the giant ladybug Megalocaria dilatata [PDF]
The giant ladybug Megalocaria dilatata (Fabricius) is a potential biocontrol agent and a valuable model for coccinellid genomics and evolutionary biology. However, the lack of a reference genome for M.
De-Qiang Pu +5 more
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Effects of the Ecdysone Receptor on the Regulation of Reproduction in Coccinella septempunctata [PDF]
The effects of the gene encoding the ecdysone receptor (EcR) on the reproduction of the ladybug Coccinella septempunctata was evaluated. EcR transcription was measured by quantitative real-time PCR in ladybug adults reared on artificial diets with and ...
Ying Cheng, Yuhang Zhou, Cao Li
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Daylighting assessment of window layouts and architectural elements in early design stages [PDF]
While window design evolves throughout the design process, establishing an initial concept is crucial. Architects often prioritize aesthetics when deciding on window layouts, yet considering daylighting performance early can significantly improve ...
Cong Thanh Do +2 more
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Geographical range of melon ladybird Epilachna chrysomelina F. in conditions of Zeravshan valley, Uzbekistan [PDF]
This article is devoted to the study of the geographical distribution, as well as the biology and ecology of the melon ladybug (Epilachna chrysomelina F.), a dangerous pest of melons and gourds in the conditions of the Zerafshan Valley of Uzbekistan ...
Fayzullaev B., Suyarova A.
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Research on Multi-objective Optimisation Algorithm for Light and Heat Environment in Underground Atrium Buildings [PDF]
This paper firstly defines the concepts of underground atrium body shape, climate adaptability and parametric design, analyses the climatic characteristics of cold regions to extract their climatic factors, and responds to the climate with the light and ...
Nie Lufeng, Ji Xiang, Liu Heng
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COMPARISON AND EVALUATION OF DIFFERENT GIS SOFTWARE TOOLS TO ESTIMATE SOLAR IRRADIATION [PDF]
In this paper, five commonly used software tools to estimate solar radiation in the urban context (GRASS GIS, ArcGIS, SimStadt, CitySim and Ladybug) are run on the same test site and are compared in terms of input data requirements, usability, and ...
D. Giannelli +2 more
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The study investigates insect species diversity within Phacelia tanacetifolia plants (sown in 2023 on an area of 7 hectares) and surrounding habitats (valley, meadow, and forest edge) in the Plaiul Fagului Reserve.
Daniela BURDUJA +3 more
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