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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Meghan N. Shaw, Emily M. McLeod, William T. Borrie, Kelly K. Miller
Summary: Viewing photographs of close encounters with animals in zoos can affect public perceptions of the zoo and the animals. The study found that the proximity between humans and animals in the images influenced how respondents perceived the animals' behavior and their suitability as pets. These findings are important for zoos, wildlife tourism, and media organizations to ensure they are conveying clear, positive messages about zoo facilities and animals, as well as providing insights into animal encounter images in wider settings.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Caterina Spiezio, Barbara Regaiolli, Margherita Savonitto, Simon Bruslund, Stefano Vaglio
Summary: This study evaluates the impact of conservation initiatives led by European zoos in Madagascar on lemur conservation. The findings suggest that these initiatives have a positive impact on wild lemur conservation, but improved communication with the public is necessary.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Daniel J. D. Natusch, Damien Esquerre, Jessica A. Lyons, Amir Hamidy, Alan R. Lemmon, Emily Moriarty Lemmon, Awal Riyanto, J. Scott Keogh, Stephen Donnellan
Summary: Research has shown that only L. albertisii and L. fredparkeri are valid species within the genus Leiopython, with the other four species being placed into synonymy. Two major clades are present in western New Guinea, contradicting the typical north-south distribution pattern seen in other Papuan species complexes.
MOLECULAR PHYLOGENETICS AND EVOLUTION
(2021)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Daniel L. Appleby, Joy S. Tripovich, Naomi E. Langmore, Robert Heinsohn, Benjamin J. Pitcher, Ross Crates
Summary: Understanding the factors affecting animal reintroduction success is crucial for endangered species recovery. Assortative mating due to cultural differences can impede the assimilation of zoo-bred individuals into the wild population, highlighting the need to quantify this risk for effective conservation management. Mate choice experiments on zoo-bred female regent honeyeaters revealed a preference for familiar, if abnormal, zoo-bred songs over wild songs, indicating the potential risk of assortative mating in reintroduced populations. This study demonstrates the importance of small-scale experiments within zoobreeding settings for refining husbandry techniques and bridging cultural divides between wild and reintroduced populations.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jiayu Zhan, Meng Liu, Oliver G. B. Garrod, Christoph Daube, Robin A. A. Ince, Rachael E. Jack, Philippe G. Schyns
Summary: The study demonstrates that Western Europeans and East Asians evaluate facial attractiveness using culture-specific features, contradicting theories of universality. By analyzing a wide range of faces and preferences, it reveals the diversity of facial attractiveness across different cultures, showing that it is distinct from averageness and sexual dimorphism in both cultures.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Heather A. Sander, Cody B. Hodson, Brandon M. Macdougall
Summary: Cities play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation and human well-being. However, urban conservation is challenging due to the need to support diverse species communities and human populations in heterogeneous environments. This study presents a framework for identifying conservation zones and species and human habitat preferences within cities, which can inform conservation planning and management.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION
(2022)
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Junchen Shang, Zhihui Liu
Summary: This study examined the impact of vocal attractiveness on cooperative decision-making. The results showed that attractive voices increased the likelihood of participants making investment choices and they were more likely to cooperate with female partners. Neurological analysis indicated distinct neural responses to male and female voices and attractive voices.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Katy Jacques, Elizabeth Evans, Lynda Boothroyd
Summary: The study found that exposure to different types of male bodies can influence preferences for muscular bodies, regardless of the emotional valence of the images. Exposure to aspirational non-muscular male bodies alongside neutral muscular male bodies also led to a decrease in preferences for muscularity. The results suggest that demand characteristics are unlikely to have confounded the outcomes of these experiments.
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Environmental Sciences
Kayla J. Ripple, Estelle A. Sandhaus, Megan E. Brown, Shelly Grow
Summary: AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums prioritize conservation efforts and commit significant resources annually to support species conservation worldwide. By connecting people to nature, they strive to engage individuals as agents of change in conservation actions.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Alexander Kasumyan, Olga Isaeva, Le T. K. Oanh
Summary: This study examined the taste attractiveness of 21 amino acids and 4 taste substances for barramundi, and investigated their feeding behavior. The results showed that citric acid, cysteine, and alanine were palatable, while sucrose and 7 amino acids had an aversive taste. Barramundi often made repeated grasps and rejections of pellets, leading to the destruction of the pellets.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
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Psychology, Clinical
Meike Scheller, Alexandra A. de Sousa, Lori A. Brotto, Anthony C. Little
Summary: Sex differences in mate preferences are common, but the underlying psycho-biological mechanisms are not well understood. Sexual attraction is assumed to influence interest, desire, and affinity towards specific partner features. However, it has not been empirically tested whether sexual attraction can explain sex differences in partner preferences.
JOURNAL OF SEX RESEARCH
(2023)
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Environmental Studies
Christoph Klebl, Yin Luo, Nicholas Poh-Jie Tan, Judah Teo Ping Ern, Brock Bastian
Summary: Through two studies, it was found that perceived beauty is an external aesthetic quality that independently leads people to attribute moral standing to animals, regardless of animals' internal qualities.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
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Psychology, Biological
Meng Liu, Werner Sommer, Siqi Yue, Weijun Li
Summary: This study examined the audiovisual perception of attractiveness and found that voice attractiveness judgments were influenced by unattended face attractiveness, while face attractiveness judgments were only influenced by early perceptual encoding of voice attractiveness.
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Genetics & Heredity
Uyen M. Dao, Izabella Lederer, Ray L. Tabor, Basmah Shahid, Chiron W. Graves, Hannah S. Seidel
Summary: This study investigated color patterning in pet ball pythons and identified several color phenotypes associated with loss-of-function variants in the gene encoding endothelin receptor EDNRB1. It proposes that these phenotypes are caused by the loss of specialized color cells, resulting in different color manifestations ranging from fully white to subtle pattern changes.
G3-GENES GENOMES GENETICS
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tom S. Roth, Iliana Samara, Juan Olvido Perea-Garcia, Mariska E. Kret
Summary: Physical attractiveness plays a crucial role in mate choice for both men and women. Previous studies showed that people pay more attention to attractive faces, especially when looking for a partner. In this study, we combined attentional tasks with attractiveness ratings and a speed-dating paradigm to investigate how individuals' attention and preferences towards attractive faces influence real-life dating choices. Our results suggest that individuals' attractiveness preferences can predict their attention biases, particularly in voluntary attention. Further research is needed to fully understand the evolutionary significance of these findings.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
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Psychology, Biological
Petra Skalnikova, Daniel Frynta, Andran Abramjan, Richard Rokyta, Tereza Nekovarova
BEHAVIOURAL PROCESSES
(2020)
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Psychology, Biological
Andran Abramjan, Veronika Baranova, Petra Frydlova, Eva Landova, Daniel Frynta
BEHAVIOURAL PROCESSES
(2020)
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Zoology
Daniel Frynta, Klara Palupcikova, Hassan Sh Abdirahman Elmi, Ahmed Ibrahim Awale, Petra Frydlova
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Eva Landova, Sarka Peleskova, Kristyna Sedlackova, Marketa Janovcova, Jakub Polak, Silvie Radlova, Barbora Vobrubova, Daniel Frynta
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Forestry
Manfred Aime Epanda, Romaric Tsafack Donkeng, Fidoline Ngo Nonga, Daniel Frynta, Nwafi Ngeayi Adi, Jacob Willie, Stijn Speelman
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Biology
Petra Frydlova, Jana Mrzilkova, Martin Seremeta, Jan Kremen, Jan Dudak, Jan Zemlicka, Bernd Minnich, Kristina Kverkova, Pavel Nemec, Petr Zach, Daniel Frynta
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2020)
Article
Zoology
Barbora Vobrubova, Marcela Frankova, Iveta Stolhoferova, Barbora Kaftanova, Veronika Rudolfova, Aleksandra Chomik, Petra Chumova, Vaclav Stejskal, Rupert Palme, Daniel Frynta
Summary: This study validated a method for measuring glucocorticoid metabolites in black rats, found significant interindividual variability in feces and glucocorticoid production, but no clear relationship between exploratory behavior and GCM levels.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL ZOOLOGY PART A-ECOLOGICAL AND INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
Correction
Psychology, Biological
Petra Skalnikova, Daniel Frynta, Andran Abramjan, Richard Rokyta, Tereza Nekovarova
BEHAVIOURAL PROCESSES
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Veronika Rudolfova, Iveta Stolhoferova, Hassan S. A. Elmi, Silvie Radlova, Katerina Rexova, Daniel A. Berti, David Kral, David Sommer, Eva Landova, Petra Frydlova, Daniel Frynta
Summary: This study explores the origin of arachnophobia and suggests that it may stem from a generalized fear of scorpions. Through an eye-tracking experiment, the researchers found a stronger attentional bias towards scorpions in participants from Somalia and a similar but smaller bias in participants from the Czech Republic. This supports the hypothesis that fear of spiders originated from a more primal fear of scorpions.
Review
Biology
Daniel Frynta, Danny Gunalen, Barbora Somerova
Summary: The populations of blue-tongue skinks in eastern Wallacea and New Guinea are classified into Tiliqua scincoides and Tiliqua gigas, with genetic data revealing a north-south pattern of genetic variation that may be consistent with studies of other animal species in New Guinea. The study provides insight into the genetic relationships and phylogenetic structure of these skinks across different regions.
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Psychology, Biological
Iveta Stolhoferova, Kristina Holubova, Barbora Vobrubova, Barbora Kaftanova, Daniel Frynta
BEHAVIOURAL PROCESSES
(2020)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jakub Polak, Kristyna Sedlackova, Eva Landova, Daniel Frynta
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Jakub Polak, Silvie Radlova, Marketa Janovcova, Jaroslav Flegr, Eva Landova, Daniel Frynta
BRITISH JOURNAL OF PSYCHOLOGY
(2020)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Silvie Radlova, Jakub Polak, Marketa Janovcova, Kristyna Sedlackova, Sarka Peleskova, Eva Landova, Daniel Frynta
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2020)
Meeting Abstract
Anatomy & Morphology
K. Kverkova, A. Polonyiova, M. Kocourek, D. Frynta, P. Nemec
JOURNAL OF MORPHOLOGY
(2019)
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Ecology
Simon Rabaa, Robert Wilken, Sylvie Geisendorf
Summary: Energy efficiency measures are crucial for combating climate change, but rebound effects may undermine their effectiveness. This study finds that prior energy efficiency behavior does not hinder subsequent climate-friendly behavior, which is determined by individual demographics and environmental attitudes.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
James R. Meldrum, Patricia A. Champ, Hannah Brenkert-Smith, Christopher M. Barth, Abby E. McConnell, Carolyn Wagner, Colleen Donovan
Summary: This study reassessed a previous study using a richer dataset and found that individuals with lower incomes are less likely to participate in cost-sharing programs, and even if they do participate, they contribute a lower share. This indicates potential economic equity concerns.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Daniel Rueb
Summary: This paper examines the distributional effects of the European Commission's Fit-for-55 package at the household level in seven EU countries and finds that a household-size specific lump-sum refund can mitigate the negative distributional effects of a carbon tax and reduce overall inequality.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Correction
Ecology
Anke Jacksohn, Miguel Angel Tovar Reanos, Frank Pothen, Katrin Rehdanz
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Pierre Chiaverina, Sophie Drogue, Florence Jacquet
Summary: This study investigates the impact of farmers' participation in different short food supply chains (SFSCs) on synthetic pesticide use and crop yields. The findings show that farmers who sell part of their crops through direct-to-consumer channels use significantly fewer synthetic pesticides compared to those who sell through long food supply chains. However, there is no evidence that farmers involved in direct-to-retailer channels use significantly fewer synthetic pesticides. Additionally, there is no indication that SFSC participation affects crop yields.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Kangyin Dong, Yang Liu, Jianda Wang, Xiucheng Dong
Summary: This study uses the generalized method of moments (GMM) model to explore the relationship between the digital economy and energy vulnerability in 110 economies. The findings suggest that the digital economy effectively reduces energy vulnerability, with digital infrastructure and social impact being the main contributors. Furthermore, the digital economy helps upgrade the industrial structure and financial development level, thereby reducing energy vulnerability. Additionally, the negative impact of the digital economy on energy vulnerability is more significant in regions with higher income levels.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Romain Espinosa, Nicolas Treich
Summary: This study examines a simple model of consumption of animals with altruistic behavior towards animals. The model reveals a public good issue, where the market equilibrium leads to low quality and excessive quantity of animal lives when they are not worth living. The implications of the findings and the significance of the modeling choices for future economic research on animal welfare are discussed.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Arianna Buratto, Lorenzo Lotti
Summary: Finding ways to steer consumers towards vegetarian and plant-based meals is important for reducing the environmental impact of diets. In this study, we investigated the use of nudges in restaurants to increase sales of vegetarian and plant-based dishes. We found that removing symbols for these dishes increased sales, while adding a low emissions symbol had no effect. However, when the nudge was made transparent through a statement, sales significantly increased. These findings support the use of nudges as cost-effective interventions to address unsustainable food consumption in the hospitality sector.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Emmanuel Paroissien, Timothy K. M. Beatty, Antoine Nebout
Summary: This article provides empirical evidence that the opportunity cost of time explains the frequency of household food waste. The study found that proxies for the opportunity cost of time were positively correlated with the probability of reporting wasting food.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Jefim Vogel, Gauthier Guerin, Daniel W. O'Neill, Julia K. Steinberger
Summary: This study explores the vulnerability of livelihoods to a reduction in economic output and introduces a novel analytic framework to describe their relationship. The study finds that the vulnerability is not inevitable but arises from insecurity in wage labor, adequate incomes, and pensions. These conditions are primarily due to profit maximization and neoliberal welfare and labor policies. The study identifies a range of interventions to overcome this vulnerability and make stringent environmental policies socially sustainable and politically palatable.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Franziska Dorn, Simone Maxand, Thomas Kneib
Summary: Understanding the interconnected nature of rising carbon emissions and income inequality is crucial to achieve social and ecological sustainability. The distributional copula model used in this study uncovers complex interdependencies that standard linear regression techniques might hide.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Darius Corbier, Frederic Gonand
Summary: The article investigates the macroeconomic channels of transmission of the low-carbon transition in two official scenarios for the French power system under different oil price scenarios. The results show that technical progress and substitution mechanisms can drive the decarbonization of the economy and growth, with energy demand and durable goods demand being the main transmission channels.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Gloria Amaris, Stepan Vesely, Stephane Hess, Christian A. Klockner
Summary: The study of human behavior is crucial for the development of policies for sustainability. It is important to consider the possibility of spillover effects in mathematical models, as exposure to related choices can influence subsequent behavior. Our study demonstrates the existence of these spillover effects and showcases the effectiveness of discrete choice models.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Sonia Almeida Neves, Antonio Cardoso Marques, Leonardo Batista de sa Lopes
Summary: This paper investigates the impact of European Union regulations on e-waste exports. The findings suggest that taxation is ineffective in reducing e-waste exports and may even increase them. Additionally, high dependence on foreign raw materials and sub-standard waste collection systems contribute to the increase in e-waste exports. Therefore, investing in e-waste collection facilities can better utilize the valuable resources in this waste.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)
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Ecology
Gregor Semieniuk
Summary: Efforts to decouple economic growth from resource use and negative environmental impacts have yielded inconclusive results, partially due to the uncertainties in historical measurement arising from definitional changes to GDP. This study examines the impact of GDP vintages on decoupling results and finds that a significant number of countries switch between relative decoupling and recoupling, and that GDP vintages also affect environmental Kuznets curve results and the decline in global energy intensity. The inconsistencies in economic measurement introduce ambiguity into historical decoupling evidence and model projections into the future.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2024)