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Environmental Studies
Hezi Yizhaq, Abdel Rahman Mohammad Said Al-Tawaha, Ilan Stavi
Summary: This study presents the first report of vegetation rings in the geophyte species Urginea maritima and found that soil-water content and organic carbon content were significantly higher in the rings' periphery compared to the center and matrix. Possible mechanisms for ring formation include soil-water uptake mechanism and plant-soil negative feedback. Multiple mechanisms may simultaneously affect the formation of U. maritima rings.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Heba Shahin, Atef A. El-Hela, Mahmoud Nasr, Ghada M. Nasr
Summary: Urginea maritima, a medicinal plant at risk of extinction, can effectively synthesize the cardiac glycoside proscillaridin A under specific growth conditions. Suspension cultures of Urginea cells are as productive as callus cultures.
FRONTIERS IN BIOSCIENCE-LANDMARK
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Elisabeth Kubin, Milena Menna, Elena Mauri, Giulio Notarstefano, Sebastian Mieruch, Pierre-Marie Poulain
Summary: In this study, the temperature and Ocean Heat Content (OHC) trends in the Mediterranean Sea and its sub-basins were assessed using Argo float data. The results show an increase in OHC from west to east in the Mediterranean Sea, with significant warming trends in temperature and OHC observed in different water layers. The South Adriatic region exhibits an exceptionally strong warming trend, which will have important implications for climate and ecosystems.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
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Agronomy
Beata Janowska, Roman Andrzejak, Lidia Szwajkowska-Michalek, Kinga Stuper-Szablewska
Summary: This study showed that the GA(3) concentrations positively influenced the content of biologically active substances in Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora 'Lucifer' tubers, particularly in terms of antioxidants and polyphenols.
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Horticulture
Maren E. Veatch-Blohm, Ellen Roussel, Eliana Marzullo, Adeline Nagle
Summary: With the increasing world population and water scarcity due to climate change, this study examines the viability of using greywater as an alternative water source for plant growth. The results show that greywater can be a sustainable option without significant negative impacts on plant growth and flowering.
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Environmental Sciences
Maria Margarita Ntona, Gianluigi Busico, Micol Mastrocicco, Nerantzis Kazakis
Summary: Groundwater is a crucial natural resource that plays a significant role in human and environmental health as well as the economy. The management of subsurface storage is essential in meeting the diverse demands of humans and ecosystems. The study focuses on quantifying groundwater recharge using spatial-temporal analysis and modelling, and highlights the importance of considering interactions between surface runoff and groundwater recharge.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Abir Soltani, Soumaya Haouel-Hamdi, Islem Yangui, Tasnim Djebbi, Emna Boushih, Jouda Mediouni Ben Jemaa
Summary: This research aimed to investigate the effects of geographical distribution on plant morphological characteristics and chemical compounds, and explore the toxicity of ethanolic and methanolic extracts on Tribolium castaneum. The results showed that the plant extracts had effective control against T. castaneum, with higher mortality observed in the methanol extracts. The chemical composition of the extracts was found to be influenced by soil components and geographical distribution. Urginea maritima and Asphodelus microcarpus may be recommended as eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic insecticides for controlling T. castaneum.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH RESEARCH
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Carrie M. Tribble, Jesus Martinez-Gomez, Cody Coyotee Howard, Jamie Males, Victoria Sosa, Emily B. Sessa, Nico Cellinese, Chelsea D. Specht
Summary: Geophytes are herbaceous plants that regrow from underground buds, playing an important role in plant evolution and ecology. Their ability to adapt to seasonal climates, mediate interactions between plants, and influence macroevolutionary patterns make them valuable research subjects. Despite the importance of belowground organs in characterizing morphological diversity, research on the morphology and evolution of these organs is lacking.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2021)
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Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
Charles H. Simpson, Oscar Brousse, Kristie L. Ebi, Clare Heaviside
Summary: Irrigation and urban greening can have both positive and negative impacts on heat stress. The choice of heat stress indices (HSIs) plays a critical role in evaluating these impacts. Our method provides a useful tool for comparing HSIs and highlights the importance of considering both temperature and humidity. It has significant implications for assessing the effectiveness of adaptive responses to overheating and climate adaptation measures.
NPJ CLIMATE AND ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCE
(2023)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Peta D. Brom, Leslie G. Underhill, Kevin Winter, Jonathan F. Colville
Summary: Converting road verges and Public Open Space (POS) to floral-rich resources is an important strategy for supporting urban pollinators. This study aimed to determine the strategic period for suspending mowing activities in a Mediterranean climate city in South Africa. The duration of the flowering season for 20 species of native geophytes was estimated, and the results indicated that mowing should be stopped in the second week of August and resumed in early November.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Roman Andrzejak, Beata Janowska
Summary: This study assessed the impact of Trichoderma spp. on the flowering, nutritional status, and leaf chlorophyll and carotenoid content of Gladiolus hybridus L. 'Advanced Red'. The results showed that the treatment with Trichoderma spp. significantly improved nutrient uptake, chlorophyll and carotenoid content, and accelerated flowering.
Article
Plant Sciences
Bastien Romero, Anne Ganteaume
Summary: Flammability and terpene content in Mediterranean plants are influenced by different fire frequencies, with populations having experienced past fire events showing higher flammability. Aleppo pine exhibited higher terpene content in needles in the Fire modality, indicating a potential adaptive strategy to fire.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Khaoula Mzioud, Amar Habsaoui, Hamada Imatra, Sara Haida, Sara Rached, Soukaina Msairi, Allal Douira, Ali S. Alqahtani, Omar M. Noman, Mahmoud Tarayrah, Mohamed Ebn Touhami
Summary: This study contributes to the valorization of aromatic and medicinal plants by studying the antioxidant and antifungal properties of essential oils from garlic and Urginea maritima. The results show that Urginea maritima oil has significant antioxidant activity and can be used as a natural source of antioxidants. Garlic oil exhibits exceptional antifungal activity and may be an effective treatment for fungal infections caused by Fusarium fungi.
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Environmental Sciences
Simon A. Josey, Katrin Schroeder
Summary: Using atmospheric reanalyses, a study reveals a significant change in winter sea surface heat loss between the North-West Mediterranean (NWMed) and the Aegean Sea since 1950. The NWMed heat loss has weakened considerably, primarily due to reduced latent heat flux. This weakening threatens dense water formation in the NWMed, while there is an eastward shift in Mediterranean convection towards the Aegean Sea.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2023)
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Engineering, Civil
G. Harik, I. Alameddine, M. Abou Najm, M. El-Fadel
Summary: This study improves the snowmelt algorithm of the Soil and Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) model to enhance runoff simulations in snow-dominated watersheds. The modified model captures flow dynamics and variability during the snowmelt period better than the unmodified model. Future predictions show that the modified model predicts a smaller decrease in water availability compared to the unmodified model.
WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
(2023)