Herbaceous species mitigate the influence of wetting-drying cycles on the infiltration potential of clayey soil. [PDF]
Gao F +5 more
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The role of venture‐financed startups in innovation for US agriculture
Abstract To evaluate the role played by startup companies in the innovation ecosystem of US agriculture, we compile a unique dataset of 6024 new entrants founded 1987–2019 that details their financing lifecycles, annual economic performance, and patenting activities.
Gregory D. Graff +2 more
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Hyperspectral imaging and machine learning for rapid sensing and visualized retrieval of soil nutrients in high-latitude tea-growing regions. [PDF]
Liu X +7 more
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High‐elevation endemic plants predicted to lose habitat from changing climate in Washington State
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 +4 more
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Mechanical Properties and Microscopic Mechanism of Shield Tunnel Spoil Stabilized with ESCA. [PDF]
Zhao L, Zhang H, Yu X, Zhao X, Chen J.
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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 +4 more
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Ecophysiological study of green microalgae isolated from the grit crust of the Atacama Desert. [PDF]
Glaser K +4 more
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Abstract Premise Since its emergence in the Mesozoic, Sequoia (Cupressaceae) has been considered to possess conserved leaf morphology. However, recent studies have shown that the leaves of extant S. sempervirens become smaller, with a scale form, with increasing tree height.
Shun Ikeda, Arata Momohara
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Multi-scale soil moisture dynamics in arid mined Loess Plateau arise from crack evolution and microstructure collapse. [PDF]
Ma T, Tang F, Zhang F.
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Abstract Firefighters face an array of stressors due to the demands of their occupation, leading to a high prevalence of mental health challenges. Social prescribing represents a novel approach to healthcare that emphasizes a holistic view of health and wellbeing.
Janice Ikeda +2 more
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