Review
Environmental Sciences
Adam T. Downie, Rebecca L. Cramp, Craig E. Franklin
Summary: Reef-building corals, one of the most biodiverse and economically important ecosystems on the planet, are threatened by various natural stressors. Among them, ultraviolet radiation (UVR) has a double-edged impact on corals as it is a genotoxic stressor but also essential for their energy production. This systematic literature review investigates the physiological impacts of co-exposure to UVR and other stressors on corals. The results show that UVR generally exacerbates the negative effects of other stressors on corals. There are species-specific differences in tolerance to UVR and other environmental stressors, and the ambient levels of UVR can be beneficial. Future research should explore the interactions between UVR and other stressors, investigate the effects of multiple stressors on the coral microbiome, and examine the impacts of multi-stressors with UVR across early-life history stages.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Agronomy
Zahra Hajinia, Saadat Sarikhani, Kourosh Vahdati
Summary: This study in Ilam province of western Iran identified 11 superior walnut genotypes with low chilling requirements, moderate to late-leafing, high yield, lateral fruitfulness, thin shells, and light kernel color. These genotypes also had high levels of protein, oil, and PUFAs content, making them suitable for breeding programs in areas with spring frost concerns and expected future loss of winter chill due to climate change.
GENETIC RESOURCES AND CROP EVOLUTION
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Tarun Jain, Pimchanok Buapet, Long Ying, Mathinee Yucharoen
Summary: The diversity and health of coral reefs are declining globally due to various global and local stressors, such as rising seawater temperature and low dissolved oxygen levels. This study investigated the responses of three coral species to heat stress, hypoxia, and their combination. The results showed that Pocillopora verrucosa was the most sensitive and severely affected species, followed by Porites lutea and Montipora tuberculosa. The combination of heat stress and hypoxia had a lesser impact, except for a decline in the growth rate of Montipora tuberculosa. These findings contribute to predicting the vulnerability of coral species in shallow reef habitats under climate change scenarios.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Martha M. Munoz, Kenneth J. Feeley, Patrick H. Martin, Vincent R. Farallo
Summary: Research suggests that some lizard species in tropical montane ecosystems may benefit from longer potential activity hours and reduced cold stress under warming, without heightened exposure to heat stress. This mismatch between warm-adapted ecology and cool environments may contribute to these unexpected findings.
FUNCTIONAL ECOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Pimchanok Buapet, Sutinee Sinutok
Summary: The study demonstrates that calcification of macroalgae is a potential source of CO2, with some species releasing more CO2 per biomass weight than others. Calcification is highly coupled to photosynthetic activity, and species that are more sensitive to inhibited photosynthesis experience more negative effects from lower pH.
Article
Horticulture
Ritsuko Fukasawa, Taiki Miyazawa, Chizumi Abe, Maharshi Bhaswant, Masako Toda
Summary: This study evaluated the nutritional composition of Oni and Hime walnuts, finding higher protein and mineral content, lower lipid content, and higher ratios of unsaturated fatty acids. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the nutritional value and potential applications of these native walnut species.
Article
Forestry
Nikos Markos, Yakir Preisler, Kalliopi Radoglou, Eyal Rotenberg, Dan Yakir
Summary: The ability of plants to adjust to climate change is crucial for their survival and carbon cycling. A comparative study of Eastern Mediterranean forests revealed that soil water content had the strongest influence on the seasonal patterns of carbon and water fluxes, while temperature and vapor pressure had milder effects. Aleppo pine forests exhibited a strong phenotypic adjustment potential, enhancing their survival and contribution to the carbon sink in the face of climate change in the region.
Article
Biology
Aysha Rasheed, Sarwat Ghulam Rasool, Pilar Soriano, Elena Estrelles, Bilquees Gul, Abdul Hameed
Summary: Plant abundance and distribution are regulated by subtle changes in ecological factors under global climate change. This study compared the germination adaptability of two plant species, Halopeplis amplexicaulis and H. perfoliata, and found that H. perfoliata has a wider range of adaptability and tolerance compared to H. amplexicaulis.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Xiangzhen Kong, Zilin Huang, Caimeng Zhang, Yufei Hua, Yeming Chen, Xingfei Li
Summary: This study investigated the interaction between walnut protein and phenolic extracts of walnut pellicle (PEWP) under alkaline conditions, leading to increased protein solubility under neutral conditions. The results showed that most ellagitannins in PEWP could be retained under alkaline conditions. The interaction between PEWP and walnut protein resulted in a significant increase in protein solubility, and this improvement was attributed to the formation of covalent bonds between walnut protein and polyphenols.
FOOD RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yusnita A. Thalib, Ros Suhaida Razali, Suhaini Mohamad, Rabi'atul 'Adawiyyah Zainuddin, Sharifah Rahmah, Mazlan Abd Ghaffar, Hua Thai Nhan, Hon Jung Liew
Summary: Rising temperature and acidification due to anthropogenic climates have significantly impacted aquatic life, with small changes in the environment leading to physiological constraints in individuals. This study found that warm water temperature and low pH conditions affected the growth performance of hybrid groupers, but surprisingly, positive effects were observed under the interactive effects of warm water and low pH exposure, leading to higher living costs for the fish.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Adam T. Downie, Nicholas C. Wu, Rebecca L. Cramp, Craig E. Franklin
Summary: Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) from the sun affects the physiology of vertebrates, with fish and amphibians being the most susceptible taxa. Adult and larvae life stages are also more vulnerable to UVR stress. Animals inhabiting temperate and tropical latitudes are the most susceptible to UVR stress. Understanding the effects of UVR on vertebrates is important for conservation and mitigation strategies.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Curtis Deutsch, Justin L. Penn, Wilco C. E. P. Verberk, Keisuke Inomura, Martin-Georg Endress, Jonathan L. Payne
Summary: Rising temperatures are associated with reduced body size in many marine species, and the mechanism behind this phenomenon is still debated. A predictive model for body size responses to temperature and oxygen changes is derived, taking into account the thermal and geometric constraints on organismal oxygen supply and demand. The study shows that oxygen limitation is the mechanism underlying the temperature-size rule, providing a physiological basis for projecting ectotherm body size responses to climate change.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hude Mao, Cong Jiang, Chunlei Tang, Xiaojun Nie, Linying Du, Yuling Liu, Peng Cheng, Yunfeng Wu, Huiquan Liu, Zhensheng Kang, Xiaojie Wang
Summary: Wheat is a staple food for about 40% of the world's population. However, global warming has posed challenges to wheat production, leading to water scarcity, soil salinization, and reduced plant fertility and yield. Genetic improvement of wheat for enhanced resistance to environmental stress is a promising option to address these challenges.
Article
Engineering, Marine
Sutinee Sinutok, Ponlachart Chotikarn, Manasawan Saengsakda Pattaratumrong, Pimrak Moungkeaw, Pathompong Pramneechote, Mathinee Yucharoen
Summary: Increasing levels of greenhouse gases lead to ocean warming, which in turn affects a range of marine organisms, including corals. This study examined the effects of temperature and light on the photosynthetic performance and growth rate of Pocillopora acuta corals from different environments. The results showed that elevated temperature and light had different effects on photosynthesis and growth, with a synergistic effect observed in the presence of both stressors. The Panwa corals were less affected by elevated temperature, suggesting they may have a higher capacity for recovery.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Filipa S. Grilo, Selina C. Wang
Summary: Kernel oxidation susceptibility and pellicle darkening are significant concerns for walnut quality. Monitoring oxidation parameters and volatiles in kernels can help evaluate potential oxidation markers. Different storage conditions can impact the oxidative stability, phenols, tocopherols, and fatty acid profiles of walnuts, making kernel volatiles a useful measure for walnut oxidation during storage.
Article
Forestry
Martin-Michel Gauthier, Stephane Tremblay
SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF FOREST RESEARCH
(2018)
Article
Forestry
Taher Mechergui, Marta Pardos, Douglass F. Jacobs
JOURNAL OF FORESTRY RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Forestry
Martin-Michel Gauthier, Steve Bedard, Francois Guillemette
Article
Forestry
Martin-Michel Gauthier, Stephane Tremblay
JOURNAL OF FORESTRY RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Daoming Wu, Jiayi Feng, Shuangshuang Chu, Douglass F. Jacobs, Xin Tong, Qian Zhao, Xiaoyang Chen, Shucai Zeng
Article
Forestry
Alberto Maltoni, Barbara Mariotti, Andrea Tani, Sofia Martini, Douglass F. Jacobs, Roberto Tognetti
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2019)
Article
Forestry
Magnus Lof, Palle Madsen, Marek Metslaid, Johanna Witzell, Douglass F. Jacobs
Article
Forestry
Martin-Michel Gauthier, Douglass F. Jacobs
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF FOREST RESEARCH
(2019)
Article
Forestry
Daniel P. Soto, Klaus J. Puettmann, Claudio Fuentes, Douglass F. Jacobs
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2019)
Article
Forestry
Andrei Toca, Juan A. Oliet, Pedro Villar-Salvador, Rodrigo A. Martinez Catalan, Douglass F. Jacobs
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2019)
Article
Forestry
Emily C. Thyroff, Owen T. Burney, Douglass E. Jacobs
Article
Forestry
Kyle M. E. Rose, James B. Friday, Douglass F. Jacobs
FOREST ECOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
(2019)
Article
Forestry
Douglass F. Jacobs, Anthony S. Davis, R. Kasten Dumroese, Owen T. Burney
Review
Forestry
Caleb H. Redick, Douglass F. Jacobs