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Biodiversity Conservation
Manoela B. Lyra, Ricardo G. Bahia, Michel B. Jesionek, Rodrigo T. Carvalho, Fernando C. Moraes, Adele S. Harvey, Renato C. Pereira, Fabiano Salgueiro, Leonardo T. Salgado
Summary: The aim of this study was to elucidate the taxonomy of common but overlooked epiphytic coralline algae from the Abrolhos Archipelago in Brazil. Two thin epiphytic coralline species were recorded, including a new species of Lithophyllum and Hydrolithon farinosum. Molecular analysis confirmed the classification of the new Lithophyllum species and discussed the global distribution of Hydrolithon farinosum.
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Environmental Sciences
Se Hyeon Jang, Prisca Lim, Olivia Torano, Erika F. Neave, Harvey Seim, Adrian Marchetti
Summary: This study conducted an intensive oceanographic survey in the Galapagos Marine Reserve in 2018 to explore the composition and ecological significance of marine protists. The results showed that the region influenced by the Equatorial Undercurrent had higher chlorophyll-a concentrations and abundances of protistan grazers. Additionally, a dinoflagellate bloom heavily influenced by upwelling of the Equatorial Undercurrent was observed in the western archipelago. These findings provide new insights into the composition and potential roles of micrograzers in structuring protistan communities in the Galapagos Archipelago.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
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Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
A. Falques, F. Ribas, A. Mujal-Colilles, C. Puig-Polo
Summary: The study shows that cross-shore transport induced by onshore transport and wave refraction can trigger the formation of shore-transverse bars when the actual beach profile is above the equilibrium profile. The modeled bars compare well with observations at El Trabucador back-barrier beach in the Western Mediterranean Sea.
GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2021)
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Marine & Freshwater Biology
Kristina Klein, Theresa Piana, Tim Lauschke, Peter Schweyen, Georg Dierkes, Thomas Ternes, Ulrike Schulte-Oehlmann, Joerg Oehlmann
Summary: This study conducted a series of experiments to investigate the toxicity of microplastics (MPs) on freshwater oligochaetes. The results showed that MPs mixed into the sediment induced stronger adverse effects on the worms compared to layered MPs, while kaolin particles had no adverse effects. The main driver for the toxicity of irregular biodegradable MPs was found to be chemicals associated with the plastic product and its previous content.
AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Margaret M. Cassidy, Craig W. Schneider, Gary W. Saunders
Summary: Molecular studies of Dasya genus in Bermuda revealed two new species and reclassified known species. The study also uncovered the relationship between Dasya and Dasysiphonia.
JOURNAL OF PHYCOLOGY
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Huichao Li, Xi Feng, Xingye Ni, Weibing Feng
Summary: This article investigates the drifting and beaching process of floating marine debris (FMD) on a sloping beach. A semi-analytical model is proposed to improve the accuracy of assessing stranded debris. The study reveals that the beaching process can be divided into three steps and the density of debris and wave steepness determine whether it can enter the surf zone.
MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN
(2023)
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Ecology
Rannyele P. Ribeiro, Roberta Freitas, Joana Zanol, Paulo Cesar de Paiva, Marcelo Fukuda, Thomas Guilment, Christine Ruta
Summary: This study provides the first polychaete species inventory from the Saint Peter and Saint Paul Archipelago (SPSPA) using genetic and morphological data. The results show that most species in the area are distributed exclusively in the Atlantic Ocean and molecular identification accuracy is limited due to the scarcity of annelid data. Additionally, a new species named Syllis belmontensis sp. nov. was described.
REGIONAL STUDIES IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
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Ecology
Stephen P. Rubin, Melissa M. Foley, Ian M. Miller, Andrew W. Stevens, Jonathan A. Warrick, Helen D. Berry, Nancy E. Elder, Matthew M. Beirne, Guy Gelfenbaum
Summary: The removal of dams can have significant impacts on nearshore ecosystems, leading to changes in community composition, the colonization of new species, and shifts in the abundance of kelp, benthic invertebrates, and fish. The response of these ecosystems depends on sediment deposition and turbidity levels, as well as the sensitivity of different species.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Pierpaolo Consoli, Valentina Esposito, Pietro Battaglia, Patrizia Perzia, Gianfranco Scotti, Michela D'Alessandro, Simonepietro Canese, Franco Andaloro, Teresa Romeo
Summary: The Aeolian Archipelago in the western Mediterranean Sea is an active volcanic arc hosting several hydrothermal sites, with derelict fishing gear being the main source of marine debris. Plastics constituted most of the marine litter, and while the observed mean litter density was relatively low, no differences were found in litter densities between hydrothermal and non-hydrothermal zones. The study highlights the need for prevention and mitigation measures to protect this sensitive ecosystem, with suggestions for establishing a Marine Protected Area or a Site of Community Importance.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wen Teng, Huiru Fu, Zhuanzhuan Li, Qian Zhang, Chengxun Xu, Hong Yu, Lingfeng Kong, Shikai Liu, Qi Li
Summary: Parallel diversification provides a framework for studying the role of natural selection in evolution. In this study, a chromosome-scale genome assembly for Crassostrea angulata was presented and the parallel genomic evolution in oysters was investigated. The results showed that divergent and purifying selection has contributed to the genomic parallelism between southern and northern latitudes in two oyster species pairs. The top differentiated genomic regions shared in these species pairs contained candidate genes related to energy metabolism, especially adipogenesis.
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Environmental Sciences
Daniel Ierodiaconou, Dianne McLean, Matthew Jon Birt, Todd Bond, Sam Wines, Ollie Glade-Wright, Joe Morris, Doug Higgs, Sasha K. Whitmarsh
Summary: This study uses a decade of industry remotely operated vehicle (ROV) imagery to investigate the ecological value of offshore oil and gas infrastructure in the Bass Strait. The results show differences in fish and invertebrate communities on flowlines compared to wells/manifold, indicating habitat and depth preferences of observed species. This research is important for understanding the impact of decommissioning these structures on local marine ecosystems and fisheries.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
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Oceanography
R. S. Pandiya Rajan, R. Jyothibabu, N. Arunpandi, L. Jagadeesan, S. Santhi Krishnan, S. Parthasarathi
Summary: This study conducted a one-year seasonal observation of macrobenthic assemblages in the nearshore environment off Kochi, India, and found that during the Southwest Monsoon, freshwater influx and upwelling resulted in oxygen deficiency, leading to a decrease in sensitive fauna and an increase in opportunistic species.
CONTINENTAL SHELF RESEARCH
(2021)
Correction
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Alex J. Veglia, Caleb R. Milford, Nikolaos V. Schizas
Summary: This erratum was published due to formatting discrepancies with figures and tables overlooked by the vendor during proofing.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Brandon Decker, Michal Liput, Hussam Abdellatif, Donald Yergeau, Yongho Bae, Josep M. Jornet, Ewa K. Stachowiak, Michal K. Stachowiak
Summary: The research indicates that coordinated changes in gene expression occur during the development of mouse embryonic stem cells to neuronal committed cells, and the formation of chromatin looping is associated with the action of FGFR1, which can predict genome interactions.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
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Agronomy
Amy Arnott, Gillian Riddell, Mark Emmerson, Neil Reid
Summary: Agri-environment schemes are effective in maintaining and enhancing terrestrial invertebrate abundance and richness associated with diverse swards in upland grasslands, suggesting their positive contribution to biodiversity conservation.
AGRONOMY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2022)