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Plant Sciences
Muhammad Zubair Ashraf, Kanakachari Mogilicherla, Gothandapani Sellamuthu, Valentina Siino, Fredrik Levander, Amit Roy
Summary: This study used comparative proteomics to investigate the digestion and detoxification processes in male and female I. typographus during their callow and sclerotized stages. The differential abundance proteins identified were mainly involved in binding, catalytic activity, anatomical activity, hydrolase activity, metabolic process, and carbohydrate metabolism, which are crucial for growth, digestion, detoxification, and signalling in the beetles. Furthermore, different protein regulation patterns were observed in metabolic and functional processes between the developmental stages of I. typographus.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Entomology
Sergey G. Ermilov, Andrey V. Frolov
Summary: This study is based on the collection of oribatid mite materials from Montagne d'Ambre National Park, Madagascar. Six species from four genera and two families were discovered, including the first record of Pergalumna filifera in Madagascar. A list of oribatid taxa from this park was also provided, containing 60 species from 40 genera and 21 families. Additionally, two new galumnid species belonging to the genera Pergalumna and Galumna were described.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ACAROLOGY
(2022)
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Entomology
Sergey G. Ermilov, Vladimir M. Salavatulin
Summary: One new species of Eremaeozetes (Oribatida, Eremaeozetidae) - E. tatyanae sp. nov. - was discovered and described based on adult specimens collected from Cat Tien National Park, Vietnam. The nymphal instars or Eremaeozetes sp. were also described and compared to other known species in the genus.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ACAROLOGY
(2022)
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Entomology
W. Niedbala, A. Napierala, S. Konwerski, M. Zacharyasiewicz, J. Bloszyk
Summary: The study analyzed the structure and changes in the community of ptyctimous mites in Dorrigo National Park, Australia, and found significant differences in species composition between different periods. Local endemic species were identified as potentially endangered due to their low abundance and high endemism. Furthermore, a comparative analysis with other areas in Australia showed that Dorrigo National Park had a higher diversity of species compared to larger areas in Victoria.
SYSTEMATIC AND APPLIED ACAROLOGY
(2021)
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Forestry
Anna K. Gdula, Szymon Konwerski, Izabella Olejniczak, Tomasz Rutkowski, Piotr Skubala, Bogna Zawieja, Dariusz J. Gwiazdowicz
Summary: This study aimed to assess the effect of the degree of decay of bracket fungi fruiting bodies on the microarthropod communities inhabiting them. The results showed that the fauna differed among different degrees of decay, with a tendency for greater species and individuals in higher degrees of decay. In addition, species characteristic only for fruiting bodies of arboreal fungi were observed. These findings contribute to our understanding of ecology and provide useful information for the protection of forest biodiversity and sustainable forest management.
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Entomology
Sergey G. Ermilov, Elizabeth Hugo-Coetzee, Alexander A. Khaustov, Vladimir A. Khaustov
Summary: This study is based on oribatid mite material collected from soil and termite nests in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park in South Africa. A total of 49 species, belonging to 41 genera and 24 families, were identified, with 13 species, eight genera, and two families being newly recorded in South Africa. The comparison of mites from soil and termite nests showed that soil samples had higher abundance and species richness compared to termite nests. Moreover, a new species, Urubambates ueckermanni sp. nov., was described for the first time in this study.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ACAROLOGY
(2021)
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Entomology
Tea Arabuli, Nana Gratiashvili, Zezva Asanidze
Summary: This study surveyed the diversity and distribution of oribatid mites in the Colchic rainforests of Machakhela National Park. New species records were found, and the mite communities in different forest habitats were compared.
PERSIAN JOURNAL OF ACAROLOGY
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Robert Kuzminski, Artur Chrzanowski, Andrzej Mazur, Pawel Rutkowski, Dariusz J. Gwiazdowicz
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
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Plant Sciences
Emilia Pers-Kamczyc, Zanna Tyrala-Wierucka, Mariola Rabska, Dorota Wronska-Pilarek, Jacek Kamczyc
JOURNAL OF PLANT PHYSIOLOGY
(2020)
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Entomology
Jacek Kamczyc, Krzysztof Turczanski, Jacek Malica, Cezary K. Urbanowski, Adrian Kobusiewicz, Emilia Pers-Kamczyc
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ACAROLOGY
(2020)
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Entomology
Cezary K. Urbanowski, Pawel Horodecki, Jacek Kamczyc, Maciej Skorupski, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: This study examined the impact of habitat conditions and tree species on mite communities in ecosystems, revealing significant influences of habitat type, soil temperature, and litter mass loss on the sex and developmental stages of mites. Mixed stands were found to be a potentially better habitat for the development of mesostigmatid communities, providing higher humidity and lower temperatures compared to monocultures.
EXPERIMENTAL AND APPLIED ACAROLOGY
(2021)
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Soil Science
Cezary K. Urbanowski, Pawel Horodecki, Jacek Kamczyc, Maciej Skorupski, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: The study aimed to describe the succession of mesostigmatid assemblages on decomposed litter of different tree species in post-reclaimed mining forests, finding that litter species significantly affected the abundance, species richness, and diversity of mesostigmatid mites.
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Environmental Sciences
Gabriela Wozniak, Jacek Kamczyc, Wojciech Bierza, Agnieszka Blonska, Agnieszka Kompala-Baba, Edyta Sierka, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: This study analyzed the effects of flooding by highly mineralized and acidic drainage water on ecosystem functions in different habitats. The results showed that flooding significantly decreased soil pH and affected soil Mesostigmata mite abundance, species richness and diversity, as well as soil respiration.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
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Forestry
Jacek Kamczyc, Marcin K. Dyderski, Pawel Horodecki, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: This study aimed to analyze the impact of climatic conditions (temperature and precipitation) on mesostigmatid mite communities in the litter of 11 tree species. The results showed that the abundance of mesostigmatid mites was positively correlated with the temperature of the sampling month and negatively correlated with the temperature of the previous month. Species richness depended on the temperature of the sampling month. The winter period was important for the abundance of mesostigmatid mites in the following vegetation period.
ANNALS OF FOREST SCIENCE
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Emilia Pers-Kamczyc, Ewa Maderek, Jacek Kamczyc
Summary: This study examines the reproductive responses of two dioecious species to long-term nutritional availability, revealing the potential impact of environmental changes on seed productivity, quality, and plant reproductive behavior.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Cezary K. Urbanowski, Pawel Horodecki, Jacek Kamczyc, Maciej Skorupski, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: Our study aimed to analyze the succession of mesostigmatid communities in pure Scots pine stands and their relation to litter decomposition of seven different tree species. We found that litter type influenced species richness and diversity, but not abundance. The highest abundance was recorded in Prunus serotina litter, while the lowest was in Quercus rubra. Contrary to the home-field advantage assumptions, Pinus sylvestris litter had the lowest richness and diversity. However, the most numerous species were recorded in Pinus sylvestris litter.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Review
Forestry
Jacek Malica, Cezary K. Urbanowski, Grzegorz Raczka, Maciej Skorupski, Emilia Pers-Kamczyc, Jacek Kamczyc
Summary: Afforestation plays a crucial role in mitigating the effects of climate change and providing structural and functional benefits. However, there are challenges for forest managers due to past land-use history, and further research is needed to better understand the mechanisms governing the below-ground environment in post-agricultural forests. Future studies should consider factors such as microclimate, tree species, and soil conditions to accurately assess the impact of afforestation on soil fauna communities.
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Soil Science
Cezary K. Urbanowski, Krzysztof Turczanski, Agnieszka Andrzejewska, Jacek Kamczyc, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: This study investigates the soil properties and their impact on the abundance, species richness, and diversity of soil mites in different habitats where European ash may grow. The results show that decreasing nitrate-nitrogen and increasing soil pH are associated with higher mite abundance and species richness. However, other soil parameters, such as soil moisture and nutrient content, do not significantly affect the mite communities. The study highlights the importance of understanding the habitat requirements of soil mites and their potential as bioindicators of soil and environmental quality.
APPLIED SOIL ECOLOGY
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Jacek Kamczyc, Emilia Pers-Kamczyc, Maciej Skorupski, Cezary K. Urbanowski, Jacek Malica, Andrzej M. Jagodzinski
Summary: This study investigated the relationships between certain plant species and soil fauna assemblages under severe climatic conditions and analyzed the effects of climate and environmental conditions on mite communities. Results showed that maximum daily temperature affected mite abundance, while total monthly precipitation and tree species influenced species richness and diversity.
LAND DEGRADATION & DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Law
Dariusz J. Gwiazdowicz, Aleksandra Matulewska
Summary: This paper discusses the issue of genocide against the Polish nation by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union during World War II, with a particular focus on the genocide against foresters. The research reveals that foresters, due to their education, practical skills, professional experience, and knowledge, were a particularly vulnerable group targeted for extermination. The paper aims to present the scale of genocide, using Lemkin's definition as a starting point for the analysis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR THE SEMIOTICS OF LAW-REVUE INTERNATIONALE DE SEMIOTIQUE JURIDIQUE
(2022)
Article
Law
Wojciech Dajczak, Dariusz J. Gwiazdowicz, Aleksandra Matulewska, Wojciech Szafranski
Summary: This paper examines hunting as cultural heritage from semiotic and legal perspectives, aiming to determine its recognition under the UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. The research method involves a test of legal rationality across five elements.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR THE SEMIOTICS OF LAW-REVUE INTERNATIONALE DE SEMIOTIQUE JURIDIQUE
(2021)
Article
Law
Aleksandra Matulewska, Dariusz J. Gwiazdowicz
Summary: The paper focuses on cyberbullying affecting the hunting community in Poland, revealing that linguistic aggression is widespread on the Internet. Prejudice and lack of knowledge may lead to cyberbullying against hunters. Verbal aggression rooted in stereotypes is a significant issue in the cyberbullying of hunters.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR THE SEMIOTICS OF LAW-REVUE INTERNATIONALE DE SEMIOTIQUE JURIDIQUE
(2021)
