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Biodiversity Conservation
Yizhen Shao, Senlin Wang, Yushan Li, Yun Chen, He Zhao, Jing Wang, Fengqin Liu, Zhiliang Yuan
Summary: This study investigated the factors driving the diversity of epiphytic bryophytes in a temperate deciduous broadleaf forest in China. The results suggested that the physicochemical properties of bark directly influenced the species diversity and phylogenetic diversity of the epiphytic bryophytes, and also indirectly affected their functional diversity. Understanding the factors driving epiphytic bryophyte diversity is crucial for their conservation.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Akale Assamere, Alemu Mamuye, Kassahun Amare, Mulugeta Fiseha
Summary: The study focused on the structure of barley varieties in South Wollo, Ethiopia, revealing eight local barley varieties with Sene/Nech being the most popular among farmers. Farming practices included plowing twice before sowing, using biological fertilizers, and employing outdated tools, suggesting a need for new technologies and management approaches.
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Agronomy
Kindineh Sisay
Summary: This study aims to identify the determining factors of participation in irrigated farming and estimate its impact on households' farm income and food security. The results show that small-scale irrigation has a significant and positive effect on calorie intake, annual farm income, and dietary diversity. The age and education level of the household head, distance from the irrigation source, land size, off-/nonfarm income, distance from the nearest market, slope of the land, and access to irrigation services are found to significantly affect participation in irrigation.
IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Greice Amaral Carneiro, Sanja Baric
Summary: South Tyrol in northern Italy is home to one of the largest interconnected apple farming areas in Europe, contributing about 10% to the apple production of the EU. Despite sophisticated storage facilities, postharvest diseases, including bitter rot of apple, occur in this region, mainly caused by the Colletotrichum acutatum species complex. The study identified Colletotrichum godetiae, Colletotrichum fioriniae, and Colletotrichum salicis as the main species causing postharvest diseases in apples collected from South Tyrol, with the isolates proving to be virulent on several apple cultivars.
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Forestry
Neil Burrows, Connor Stephens, Allan Wills, Valerie Densmore
Summary: In a forest landscape in southwestern Australia, a 10-year experimental trial demonstrated that managing a fire mosaic through frequent ignition under low to moderate Forest Fire Danger Indices can result in a landscape with higher diversity of seral stages and smaller burnt patches compared to areas treated by fuel reduction prescribed burns and high intensity bushfires.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF WILDLAND FIRE
(2021)
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Forestry
Dennis Kyereh, Anna Manourova, Prasad S. Hendre, Alice Muchugi, Marie Kalousova, Patrick Bustrel Choungo Nguekeng, Tariku Olana Jawo, Daniel Aninagyei Ofori, Bohdan Lojka
Summary: Allanblackia parviflora is an indigenous tree species found in West African rainforest zones, with the economically most important use being the production of edible oil from its seeds. Despite being researched extensively, there is limited scientific information available on its morphological and genetic diversity in West Africa.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Temesgen Arega, Teshale Mulatu, Afework Alemayehu, Ibsa Mussa, Merga Dheresa
Summary: This study revealed a low prevalence of institutional delivery, with positive attitude, attending ANC, having good knowledge, and experiencing complications during pregnancy being identified as predictors of institutional delivery. Strategies focusing on increasing ANC uptake, improving maternal knowledge, and promoting institutional delivery at the community level are critical.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Dedeou A. Tchokponhoue, Enoch G. Achigan-Dako, N'Danikou Sognigbe, Daniel Nyadanu, Iago Hale, Alfred O. Odindo, Julia Sibiya
Summary: Genome-wide SNP genotyping was used to investigate the genetic diversity and population structure of Synsepalum dulcificum in the Dahomey Gap and Upper Guinea regions. The results showed low genetic diversity but strong population divergence within the species.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Habtamu Wondimu
Summary: This study examines the determinant factors of school-related gender-based violence in Wolkite town secondary schools. The results show that the lack of societal motives to address the problem and gender discriminatory norms are the most significant socio-cultural factors contributing to this violence. The researcher concludes that patriarchal ideology has a tremendous impact on female students being victimized and their educational attainment. Policymakers should play a significant role in addressing school-related gender-based violence.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Habtamu Wondimu
Summary: The study found that the lack of societal motivation to address gender-based violence and gender discriminatory norms are the main socio-cultural determinant factors of school-related gender-based violence. The patriarchal ideology prevalent in society has a significant impact on female students being victimized by gender-based violence and their educational attainment.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Worku Masho, Sandip Banerjee, Mestawet Taye, Zelalem Admasu, Mekuanent Baye
Summary: The study investigated the quantitative traits of Shaka cattle in different regions of southwestern Ethiopia. The results showed significant differences in body measurements, body indices, and bone characteristics among different age groups and locations.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yacine Diaw, Christine Tollon-Cordet, Alain Charcosset, Stephane D. Nicolas, Delphine Madur, Joelle Ronfort, Jacques David, Brigitte Gouesnard
Summary: The study shows that maize landraces in the South-West of France have diverse origins, with a predominance of Northern Flint germplasm. Two weakly differentiated genetic groups were identified in the region, with a longitudinal gradient along the area. The existence of a contact zone between the groups near the Garonne valley suggests evolutionary forces at play.
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Psychiatry
Mohammedamin Hajure Jarso, Gebiso Roba Debele, Wubishet Gezimu, Desalegn Nigatu, Mustefa Mohammedhussein, Aman Mamo, Aman Dule, Mohammedjud Hassen, Kiyar Jemal
Summary: This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and related factors of the community toward mental illness in the Mattu area of South West Ethiopia. The results showed that about one-third of the participants had poor knowledge of mental illness, and over half of them had an unfavorable attitude. Self-employment, current substance use, and not hearing information about mental illness on social media were found to be associated with the unfavorable attitude.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY
(2022)
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Microbiology
Beje Gume, Leykun Berhanu, Tesfaye Kassa, Habib Bediru, Assegid Getaneh Fikre, Lelisa Sena Dadi, Seid Tiku Mereta
Summary: This study evaluates the presence of pathogenic bacteria in raw milk consumption in Southwest Ethiopia and finds that 61.3% of the samples are contaminated. The concentration of pathogens varies significantly along the dairy value chain. The study highlights the significant health risks associated with the consumption of raw milk due to its unacceptable microbiological quality.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Harsh Yadav, Shyam S. Phartyal, Yuki Iwachido, Takehiro Sasaki
Summary: This study summarizes the diversity and distributions of native tree species in South Asia, highlighting the importance of certain biodiversity hotspots and families. It also emphasizes the need for conservation measures and the use of native tree species in urban greening.
BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION
(2023)