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Zoology
Quoc toan Phan, Tosaphol saetung Keetapithchayakul
Summary: This study describes and observes the larvae of Heliogomphus chaoi Karube, 2004 and the adult female of Microgomphus jurzitzai Karube, 2000 from Vietnam for the first time. The morphological differences between the larvae of the genera Heliogomphus Laidlaw, 1922 and Microgomphus Selys, 1858 are discussed, casting doubt on the current taxonomic status of H. retroflexus (Ris, 1912).
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Biodiversity Conservation
P. J. Taillie, K. M. Hart, A. R. Sovie, R. A. McCleery
Summary: Invasive predators, particularly Burmese pythons, have significantly reduced populations of native medium-to large-bodied mammals in southern Florida. Despite expectations of prey resilience, there is limited evidence of mammals rebounding in the core invasion area, with the presence of invasive species like black rats increasing. The continued presence of invasive pythons is transforming the mammal communities in southern Florida towards a dominance of invasive species.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2021)
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Computer Science, Theory & Methods
Wael Alsafery, Omer Rana, Charith Perera
Summary: This survey examines the use of sensors in smart building environments and identifies different approaches to deploy sensors in buildings. It also investigates the most commonly used data-driven approaches for activity recognition in such buildings, highlighting current research challenges and future research directions in this area.
ACM COMPUTING SURVEYS
(2023)
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Entomology
Cristian Camilo Mendoza-Penagos, Leandro Juen, Ulisses Gaspar Neiss, Neusa Hamada, Javier Muzon
Summary: The final-instar larva of Psaironeura tenuissima from the Brazilian Amazon is described in this study. The larvae of Psaironeura are grouped with Neoneura and Protoneura based on the presence of nodated caudal lamellae, but they can be distinguished by the number of labial palp setae. Morphological comparisons were made between P. tenuissima and P. angeloi larvae, as well as those of Neoneura kiautai and Protoneura aurantiaca. The P. tenuissima larva can be differentiated from P. angeloi based on the shape of the prementum's superior margin, projections on the prothorax, caudal lamellae apex shape, and the number of setae in the paraproct ventral margin.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ODONATOLOGY
(2023)
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Entomology
Ole Mueller, Stefan Kohl, Frank Suhling, Hansruedi Wildermuth
Summary: The final instar larvae of the South African gomphid genus Ceratogomphus, specifically C. triceraticus and C. pictus, were compared based on exuviae. Differences were found in the shapes of prementum and last abdominal segments, with C. pictus appearing more slender and pointed. C. triceraticus was slightly larger on average. The habitats of both species were described based on observations in South Africa.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ODONATOLOGY
(2021)
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Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
David A. Kurth, Boaz K. Karmazyn, Christine A. Waldrip, Mythreyi Chatfield, Mark E. Lockhart
Summary: The ACR Appropriateness Criteria are evidence-based guidelines that guide physicians on appropriate image ordering, using a transparent methodology and well-established standards and methodologies to assess the benefits, risks, and appropriateness of imaging and treatment procedures for specific clinical scenarios. The development process involves multiple expert societies, over 600 members, and thousands of references, leading to the creation of numerous recommendations. The ACR is recognized as a qualified provider-led entity by CMS for the development of appropriate use criteria.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF RADIOLOGY
(2021)
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Entomology
Patricia Casanueva, M. Angeles Hernandez, Luisa Nunes, Luis Fernando Sanchez-Sastre, Francisco Campos
Summary: Based on the study findings, it was found that there are significant size differences between different emergence periods of Boyeria irene in the same river, with female exuviae larger than male exuviae, and the size of the population is larger in the first emergence period compared to the second one.
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Engineering, Environmental
Junjie Lei, Xuyuan Zhang, Wende Yan, Xiaoyong Chen, Ziqian Li, Peipei Dan, Qing Dan, Wenxi Jiang, Qian Liu, Yong Li
Summary: This study revealed the spatial distribution patterns of soil microplastics (MPs) in urban wetlands and their correlation with environmental and social factors. Through a large-scale wetland soil survey, the average abundance of MPs was found to be 379 n/kg with polypropylene, fiber or fragment, and black color being common composition, shape, and color, respectively. The results showed that MP abundance was significantly related to the distance from the urban economic center, soil heavy metal, and atmospheric particle concentrations, as well as the level of urbanization. Furthermore, the study found that urbanization level was the dominant factor driving MP pollution degree, with a total effect coefficient of 0.49. Overall, this work provides important environmental information for understanding and controlling MP pollution in urban ecosystems.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Theory & Methods
Oluwamayowa Ade Adeleke, Nicholas Bastin, Deniz Gurkan
Summary: This article provides an overview of the widespread utilization of network traffic workloads in applied research. It includes a comprehensive survey of traffic generators referenced by researchers over the last 13 years, categorizing their functional behaviors in-depth. These classifications are then used to develop a methodology for selecting generators based on the workload requirements of future research.
ACM COMPUTING SURVEYS
(2023)
Article
Psychiatry
Rong-cheng Su, Li-hong Huang, Jia Li, Bo Zhou, Jia-jun Zhao, Hui Li
Summary: The Sichuan Mental Health Survey is a provincially representative survey aiming to investigate the prevalence of multiple mental disorders and the factors affecting them. Through a complex sampling design and quality control procedures, it provides important data for policymakers and healthcare professionals.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2021)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Giuliana Romero-Mariscal, Pablo A. Garcia-Chevesich, Lino Morales-Paredes, Armando Arenazas-Rodriguez, Juana Ticona-Quea, Gary Vanzin, Jonathan O. Sharp
Summary: Wetlands in Peru provide various benefits but the country lacks a national wetland inventory. This study reviewed Spanish literature and identified 274 wetland-related publications, revealing uneven distribution of research in the country. Recent legislation and increased research activity are needed to understand and protect wetlands throughout Peru.
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Syrus Gomari, Christoph Knoth, Constantinos Antoniou
Summary: This paper introduces a data-driven methodology to measure the true quality of mobility-related information systems. By using fleet data prioritization-based subsampling strategies, the method automatically selects important areas and time frames, reducing the effort of ground truth collection while maintaining the necessary information to assess the true quality of a prediction model.
IET INTELLIGENT TRANSPORT SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Forestry
Robert N. van Zalinge, Jeb Barzen, Stephen T. Garnett
Summary: To assess the nesting requirements of the Eastern Sarus Crane population in Cambodia and Vietnam, the study investigated nest site selection at two spatial scales. Results showed that the cranes preferred nesting in remote rain-fed wetlands on flat terrain in the upper reaches of drainage basins. Deforestation and road development in the area have led to a significant reduction in suitable nesting habitat. Protecting existing nesting areas and surveying potential new nesting sites are recommended for population recovery.
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Christian X. Briceno-Leon, Diana S. Sanchez-Ferrer, Pedro L. Iglesias-Rey, F. Javier Martinez-Solano, Daniel Mora-Melia
Summary: Pumping station designs in water networks usually consider both technical and economic aspects, but often overlook certain subjective technical factors. This study aims to select the most suitable pump model and determine the priorities of technical and economic factors in pumping station design through a multi-criteria analysis. By integrating technical factors (such as number of pumps and system complexity) and economic factors (investment, operational, and maintenance costs), the methodology seeks to find the most suitable pump model for each case study.
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Ecology
Allison M. Veach, Matthew J. Troia, Melissa A. Cregger
Summary: Freshwaters, which make up only 0.8% of Earth's surface area, harbor a disproportionately high level of biodiversity, with more than 10% of known plant and animal species. Despite advances in molecular techniques for studying microbial diversity, research on global microbial biogeography in freshwaters remains limited. Surveys of microbial diversity have been primarily conducted in North America, central and western Europe, and Southeast Asia, with gaps in coverage in regions such as the tropics and the Arctic. Future efforts should aim to fill these gaps and broaden the understanding of global diversity patterns.
FRESHWATER BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jason T. Bried, Robert P. Hinchliffe
INSECT CONSERVATION AND DIVERSITY
(2019)
Article
Ecology
Jason T. Bried, Adam M. Siepielski
EVOLUTIONARY ECOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Michael A. Patten, Emily A. Hjalmarson, Brenda D. Smith-Patten, Jason T. Bried
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2019)
Article
Biology
Maya Rocha-Ortega, Pilar Rodriguez, Jason Bried, John Abbott, Alex Cordoba-Aguilar
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Biology
Jason Bried, Leslie Ries, Brenda Smith, Michael Patten, John Abbott, Joan Ball-Damerow, Robert Cannings, Adolfo Cordero-Rivera, Alex Cordoba-Aguilar, Paulo De Marco, Klaas-Douwe Dijkstra, Ales Dolny, Roy Van Grunsven, David Halstead, Filip Harabis, Christopher Hassall, Martin Jeanmougin, Colin Jones, Leandro Juen, Vincent Kalkman, Gabriella Kietzka, Celeste Searles Mazzacano, Albert Orr, Mary Ann Perron, Maya Rocha-Ortega, Goran Sahlen, Michael Samways, Adam Siepielski, John Simaika, Frank Suhling, Les Underhill, Erin White
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Biodiversity Conservation
Suneeti K. Jog, Jason T. Bried
Summary: This study explored the relationship between taxonomic diversity and evolutionary structure in vascular plant assemblages, finding positive correlations between ecological conservatism and native richness with average taxonomic distinctness, and a negative correlation with exotic species. However, the ambiguity and nonlinear relationship of richness suggest that it may not be a suitable bioindicator for wetlands. Further research is needed to understand how evolutionary structure plays a role in bioassessment.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Wade A. Boys, Adam M. Siepielski, Brenda D. Smith, Michael A. Patten, Jason T. Bried
Summary: This study combined the predictions of two machine learning algorithms to estimate the current and future distributions of two endemic dragonflies in the Ozark-Ouachita Interior Highlands region, showing the utility of these models in guiding field surveys. Future projections under climate change scenarios support maintaining current suitable areas. The results suggest that combining outputs of multiple species distribution models is a useful tool for informing the distributions of geographically limited or rare species.
INSECT CONSERVATION AND DIVERSITY
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
H. Resit Akcakaya, Axel Hochkirch, Jason T. Bried, Roy H. A. van Grunsven, John P. Simaika, Geert De Knijf, Sergio Henriques
Summary: Researchers argue that standardized methods for calculating population reductions should be consistently applied to assess extinction risk faced by invertebrate species, rather than relying on alternative approaches involving expert opinion. Consistent application of these methods allows for robust and objective assessments of extinction risk.
JOURNAL OF INSECT CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Brandon E. Allen, Ermias T. Azeria, Jason T. Bried
Summary: The study found that landscape matrix and invasion intensity were the primary drivers of functional diversity, while invasion intensity was influenced by physicochemistry and functional diversity. The trait-environment patterns clearly separated wetlands by invasion status, with uninvaded wetlands surrounded by lowland conifers and stress-tolerant traits, and invaded wetlands containing traits associated with disturbance, high resource availability, and reproduction rates.
JOURNAL OF VEGETATION SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jason T. Bried, Annika Vilmi
Summary: This article discusses the challenges and opportunities of dispersal mass effects in applied metacommunity ecology. The authors propose a new detection framework and test its applicability on a stream diatom survey. They find evidence of mass effects in the diatom groups, but due to data uncertainties, they suggest an alternate framework for more precise and robust detection.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Jason T. Bried, Tommi S. Fouts, Suneeti K. Jog
Summary: This study investigated the potential existence of floristic quality indicator species in wetlands, identifying candidate indicators for high floristic quality depressional wetlands. While some indicators showed promise, there were shortcomings in certain criteria, suggesting further research in other regions is necessary to determine the usefulness of indicator species in practice.
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Ecology
Jason T. Bried, Suneeti K. Jog
Summary: Nonnative species can limit floristic quality scores, affecting wetland restoration and ecological health goals. However, their impact may be less significant in multimetric situations.
Article
Ecology
Varina E. Crisfield, Cari D. Ficken, Brandon E. Allen, Suneeti K. Jog, Jason T. Bried
Summary: Biological indicators are commonly used to evaluate ecosystem condition, but their use is often constrained by the availability of species-specific indicator values. This study tests the potential of approximating missing bioindicator values using publicly accessible trait data. The results show consistency between trait values and expert-assigned ecological conservatism scores (C-scores), suggesting traits can be used to predict C-scores.
ECOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Entomology
Jason T. Bried
Summary: The study conducted in a sand prairie-savanna wetscape in Illinois revealed a high diversity of odonate species and highlighted the importance of wetland networks for aquatic insects. Different types of sites within the wetscape contributed significantly to beta diversity, with breeding occurrences playing a key role. The distribution and abundance of various odonate species in the area were found to be influenced by spatial and temporal factors, resulting in the classification of common, uncommon, and rare species across the wetscape.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ODONATOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jason T. Bried, Tommi S. Fouts, Suneeti K. Jog
CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE
(2019)