Article
Ecology
Ruth E. Dunn, Jonathan A. Green, Sarah Wanless, Mike P. Harris, Mark A. Newell, Maria Bogdanova, Catharine Horswill, Francis Daunt, Jason Matthiopoulos
Summary: The study used a hierarchical Bayesian state-space model to investigate how animals balance their energy budgets throughout the year, focusing on common guillemots in a North Sea colony. Results showed variations in energy gain over time and space, with lighter individuals found towards the edge of their spatial distribution. By combining biologging data and model analysis, high energetic rewards or potential energetic bottlenecks can be identified.
FUNCTIONAL ECOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Rolf D. Schmid, Xin Xiong
Summary: China plays an increasingly dominant role in global science, and the bio-digital revolution has a significant impact on China's biosciences and bioindustry. Key drivers behind these developments include the government, industry, and academia in China.
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
A. M. Y. L. Irvine, Julia E. Gulka, Gail K. Davoren
Summary: The study found that seabirds benefit from increased offspring protection and predator presence in densely populated colonies, but intraspecific competition may outweigh these benefits. Comparing breeding performance at Funk Island and Cabot Island, it was found that Funk Island had lower hatching success due to fewer breeding-site neighbors and higher gull presence.
MARINE ORNITHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Per Fauchald, Arnaud Tarroux, Francoise Amelineau, Vegard Sandell Brathen, Sebastien Descamps, Morten Ekker, Halfdan Helgi Helgason, Malin Kjellstadli Johansen, Benjamin Merkel, Berge Moe, Jens Astrom, Tycho Anker-Nilssen, Oskar Bjornstad, Olivier Chastel, Signe Christensen-Dalsgaard, Johannis Danielsen, Francis Daunt, Nina Dehnhard, Kjell Einar Erikstad, Alexey Ezhov, Maria Gavrilo, Gunnar Thor Hallgrimsson, Erpur Snaer Hansen, Mike Harris, Morten Helberg, Jon Einar Jonsson, Yann Kolbeinsson, Yuri Krasnov, Magdalene Langset, Svein-Hakon Lorentsen, Erlend Lorentzen, Mark Newell, Bergur Olsen, Tone Kristin Reiertsen, Geir Helge Systad, Paul Thompson, Thorkell Lindberg Thorarinsson, Sarah Wanless, Katarzyna Wojczulanis-Jakubas, Hallvard Strom
Summary: A spatial data set was developed based on the monthly distribution of 6 pelagic seabird species in the Northeast Atlantic, showing differences in non-breeding habitats chosen by birds from different colonies. The data can be used in population and spatial management applications, including identifying population-specific non-breeding habitats and populations influenced by marine protected areas.
MARINE ECOLOGY PROGRESS SERIES
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Lila Buckingham, Maria Bogdanova, Jonathan A. Green, Ruth E. Dunn, Sarah Wanless, Sophie Bennett, Richard M. Bevan, Andrew Call, Michael Canham, Colin J. Corse, Michael P. Harris, Christopher J. Heward, David C. Jardine, Jim Lennon, David Parnaby, Chris P. F. Redfern, Liz Scott, Robert L. Swann, Robin M. Ward, Ewan D. Weston, Robert W. Furness, Francis Daunt
Summary: This study investigated the non-breeding distributions and extent of population aggregation in two sympatrically breeding auks and found interspecific differences. Razorbill populations showed high levels of aggregation, while guillemots exhibited colony-specific distributions.
MARINE ECOLOGY PROGRESS SERIES
(2022)
Article
Ornithology
Timothy R. Birkhead, Robert D. Montgomerie
Summary: Climate change has caused bird species to advance their breeding phenology, making traditional census periods mismatched with breeding seasons. Using data from a population study of Common Murres on Skomer Island, Wales, researchers found a 2-week advance in the birds' breeding time between 1973 and 2020, leading to underestimated population sizes during census counts. They recommend conducting censuses relative to the median egg-laying date to account for the changing timing of breeding seasons.
ORNITHOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Andreas Hinz, Peter Esser, Michael Friedrich, Heide Glaesmer, Anja Mehnert-Theuerkauf, Matthias L. Schroeter, Katja Petrowski, Anne Toussaint
Summary: This study found that anxiety levels increased significantly over a six-year period, and the GAD-7 demonstrated good measurement invariance and reliability in longitudinal measurements. Changes in anxiety were correlated with changes in life satisfaction, bodily complaints, and mental quality of life.
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Antonia Affinito, Stefania Zinno, Giovanni Stanco, Alessio Botta, Giorgio Ventre
Summary: The proliferation of Internet of Things devices has led to an increase in security vulnerabilities and network attacks. The Mirai botnet, discovered in 2016, continues to evolve and be used by malicious actors. The number of hijacked devices and TCP SYN packets involved in scanning has been increasing over time. Telnet port 23 is the primary target for cybercriminals, while SSH port detections have decreased but experienced a resurgence in 2022. Furthermore, previously untouched ports have started receiving a large number of TCP SYN packets verifying the Mirai's signature, indicating the emergence of new variants of the botnet.
JOURNAL OF INFORMATION SECURITY AND APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Vadim Lebedev
Summary: This study investigated the inheritance of the uidA gene in the progeny of transgenic pear trees and found that it follows Mendelian inheritance. The physical and physiological parameters of the transgenic seeds were also analyzed and showed little variation despite fluctuations in weather conditions. These results suggest that transgene inheritance in pear tree progeny is stable and not influenced by the environment.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Gerard J. Mcchesney, Julie L. Yee, Michael W. Parker, William M. Perry, Harry R. Carter, Richard T. Golightly, Stephen W. Kress
Summary: The spatial features of seabird colonies have a significant impact on reproductive success, with denser areas having higher success rates. For future seabird restoration projects, it is recommended to place social attraction equipment in the areas last utilized by the birds prior to extinction, establish two dense breeding groups, target nesting sites already used regularly by other bird species, and avoid areas or habitats prone to disturbance by larger and aggressive species.
MARINE ORNITHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Ljiljana Brbaklic, Dragana Trkulja, Sanja Mikic, Milan Mirosavljevic, Vojislava Momcilovic, Branislav Dudic, Lenka Prochazkova, Vladimir Acin
Summary: This study aimed to characterize genetic diversity and population structure of a 40-year historical barley breeding collection, finding a considerable diversity level and positive yield progress attributed to breeding for improved plant traits. The breeding material showed dynamic changes in genetic backgrounds, providing a great gene pool suitable for further barley improvement.
Article
Agronomy
Inmaculada Funes, Roberto Molowny-Horas, Robert Save, Felicidad De Herralde, Xavier Aranda, Jordi Vayreda
Summary: This study provides the first assessment of biomass carbon stock in Mediterranean woody crops, revealing a total biomass carbon stock of 5.48 Tg C in woody cropland in NE Spain in 2013. The study also shows that, despite a decrease in woody crop area, the carbon stock in the remaining crops increased annually. This new estimation of carbon stocks may contribute to better understand carbon balances and serve as a baseline to global inventories.
AGRONOMY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Allison Patterson, H. Grant Gilchrist, Anthony Gaston, Kyle H. Elliott
Summary: Climate change is causing significant alterations in the marine environment globally, particularly in the Arctic regions, leading to shifts in the distribution and migration patterns of marine species. A study focusing on the non-breeding distribution of thick-billed murres in Hudson Bay, Canada, revealed noticeable changes in their migratory routes over the past few decades, influenced by factors such as sea ice cover, sea surface temperature, and air temperature. This research highlights the impact of changing marine climate on migratory marine species in regions with seasonal ice cover.
MARINE ECOLOGY PROGRESS SERIES
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alan B. C. Kwok, Ron Haering, Samantha K. Travers, Peter Stathis
Summary: Millions of animals are rescued and rehabilitated globally each year, with research from New South Wales, Australia showing that the main causes for rescue are 'abandoned/orphaned' and 'collisions with vehicles'. Most rescued animals either end up dead or recover and are released back into the wild.
Article
Oncology
Karlijn Thoonen, Sade Woodhouse, Carolyn Minto, Sally Blane, Zenobia Talati
Summary: This study investigated changes in sun protection behaviors among adolescents and adults over a six-year period in Western Australia, a region with high levels of ultraviolet radiation. The results showed that among adolescents, there was a decrease in wearing clothing and sunglasses, an increase in seeking shade, and relatively stable hat and sunscreen use. Among adults, there was an increase in sunscreen use, while other sun-related behaviors remained consistent over the six-year period.