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Taxonomic investigation of Abrothallus (Abrothallales, Ascomycota) species associated with lichen genera Ramalina and Bryoria, including the description of a new species

open access: yesNordic Journal of Botany, EarlyView.
The obligately lichenicolous genus Abrothallus consists of approximately 50 species, almost all of which are associated with lichens having foliose, fruticose, or pendulous thalli. This paper focuses on species that grow on strap lichens (Ramalina) providing new insights into their phylogenetic relationships and distribution.
Ave Suija   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Risque digue : une justification à la relecture systémique et géopolitique des risques environnementaux

open access: yesL'Espace Politique, 2017
This paper presents the newly French « dike risk ». As “dike risk” is conflict-prone and contradictory-looking, it challenges previous risk understanding and management. Yet, it proves the capacity of Humankind to admit limitations found while acting, an
Patrick Pigeon
doaj   +1 more source

Religion and Regulatory Variance: Halal Regimes as Islamic Public Administration

open access: yesPublic Administration and Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT One quarter of humanity are Muslims, for whom halal food is an everyday consideration. The global food system has made assessing food products nearly impossible for consumers, requiring elaborate regulatory regimes. This article analyzes halal regulation as a notable example of Islamic public administration (IPA), as an application of ...
Logan Cochrane   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Apports de la résilience à la géographie des risques : l’exemple de La Faute-sur-Mer (Vendée, France)

open access: yesVertigO, 2012
The paper investigates a very recent, yet challenged trend to use resilience concept in risk geography. It may reflect the need to understand increased coevolutions between urbanization and environment related disasters.
Patrick Pigeon
doaj   +1 more source

Whole‐genome sequencing reveals the artificial selection and local environmental adaptability of pigeons (Columba livia)

open access: yesEvolutionary Applications, 2022
To meet human needs, domestic pigeons (Columba livia) with various phenotypes have been bred to provide genetic material for our research on artificial selection and local environmental adaptation.
Haobin Hou   +9 more
doaj   +1 more source

More than proteins for empty stomachs: Wild meat in the BaTonga food system

open access: yesPeople and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Our paper highlights the limitations of the framework used by many conservation‐focused programmes that incorporate food security objectives. This framework encourages the substitution of wild proteins with domestic proteins by promoting animal farming in communities located near conservation areas.
Muriel Figuié   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Revitalizing endangered mycocultural heritage in Mesoamerica: The case of the Tlahuica‐Pjiekakjoo culture

open access: yesPLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
The preservation and revitalization of mycocultural heritage, developed over centuries of human‐mushroom interaction, contributes to safeguarding both natural ecosystems and the promotion of sustainable rural development, one of the biggest global challenges currently faced by humankind.
Elisette Ramírez‐Carbajal   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Efficacy of Botanical Pesticides in Controlling Insect Pests of Three Pigeon Pea Varieties

open access: yesJPAIR, 2014
Pigeon Pea (Cajanus cajan) is a high-value crop with its nutritional and medicinal properties that could augment food security. Pigeon pea is prone to pests attack that could affect its yield, thus, this study is conceived.
Victorino Artienda, Jr.
doaj   +1 more source

Micropatterned Surfaces with Unidirectional Wetting Properties for Liquid Transport

open access: yesSmall Structures, EarlyView.
Micropatterned surfaces that guide droplets in a single direction are gaining attention for their role in liquid transport. This review explores how surface designs enable such behavior, from gravity‐driven flow to stimulus‐responsive movement. It also discusses fabrication techniques, design challenges, and emerging strategies to advance directional ...
Elham Lori Zoudani   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effect of Dietary Puerarin Supplementation on Growth Performance, Immune Response, Antioxidant Capacity, and Intestinal Morphology in Domestic Pigeons (Columba livia)

open access: yesThe Journal of Poultry Science
Puerarin is an isoflavone extracted from Gegen (Pueraria lobata) and has been widely utilized to treat various human diseases; however, information regarding its benefits in animal production is limited.
Runzhi Wang   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

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