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Researchers have discovered that electrons in microplasmas directly interact with and electrolyze water, producing hydrogen gas. This finding fills a crucial gap in understanding the complex phenomenon of plasma-liquid interactions.
A new online platform called OneZoom allows users to explore the evolutionary tree of life in an interactive and intuitive way. By zooming in on different groups of organisms, users can reveal more details about their characteristics, extinction risks, and links to additional information.
A 5-year study found that removing insects from the environment can cause plants to quickly lose defensive traits, such as anti-moth chemicals and temporal blooms. This rapid evolution is driven by natural selection, with successful varieties emerging when moths are absent.
The IUCN World Conservation Congress has adopted a motion to create a Green List for Species, which will include species identified as 'fully conserved', thriving in ecologically significant numbers. The list aims to emphasize that conservation is about more than just preventing extinction and highlight successful species conservation.
The Global Biodiversity Informatics Conference identified critical areas for greater investment and coordination in information technologies and social networks. The conference aimed to build global collaboration on biodiversity observation, uniting partners and initiatives to detect and respond to short-term changes and long-term trends.
A new study found that warmer summers have allowed the Brown Argus butterfly to shift its diet to wild Geranium plants, enabling it to expand its range in Britain at a rapid rate. Over 20 years, the butterfly has spread northwards by 79km, becoming common in southern England.
Research shows bacteria adapt by sharing waste and resources with each other to improve community functioning, contrary to competing for individual benefits. This cooperative behavior leads to better collective resource breakdown and improved ecosystem performance.
Researchers studied Onthophagus beetles, finding that male and female genitalia evolve rapidly in concert, often before size changes. This codivergence occurs more quickly for shape than size, suggesting that reproductive isolation can be established faster than previously assumed.
The AgroAtlas project aims to promote world food security in Newly Independent States-countries by providing a geographic distribution of crops, diseases, pests, and wild relatives. The interactive website shows the distributions of 100 crops, 640 crop diseases, and 560 wild crop relatives growing in Russia and neighboring countries.
A scientific risk assessment examined Poplar's introduction for biofuel production, revealing hybridization patterns with native populations. The study found complex interbreeding and genetic shift in native species, highlighting the need for monitoring and regulatory guidelines.
Research found that Campylobacter jejuni bacteria survive longer on meat surfaces when co-cultured with Pseudomonas species, enabling potential infection. The study's results have significant implications for reducing food poisoning incidents.
Researchers have sequenced the genome of Culex quinquefasciatus, a mosquito species that transmits West Nile virus. The study provides insights into disease transmission and offers a platform for comparative studies to investigate interactions between viruses and mosquitoes.
Dr. Kenneth F. Raffa, a renowned expert in forest entomology, has been selected to deliver the Founders' Memorial Award lecture at Entomology 2010. He will honor the memory of Dr. Andrew Delmar Hopkins, considered the father of North American forest entomology.
A study of biodiversity changes over space and time reveals unexpected trends, contradicting previous assumptions that species mix turns over more in the tropics than closer to the poles. The data suggest that changes in climate over large distances and multi-year periods explain these paradoxical trends.
Researchers discovered that bats can differentiate between their own and different species using individualized echolocation calls, similar to how humans recognize voices. This ability may provide an advantage in hunting grounds, while also influencing community-level interactions.
Researchers found that when bacteria evolved defences against viral infections, the viruses adapted at a quicker rate and generated greater diversity. This study supports the 'Red Queen Hypothesis', which suggests that species are in a constant race for survival and must continue to evolve new ways of defending themselves.
Researchers studied tree stomatal density, guard cell length, and water use efficiency in 27 trees over a century. They found stomatal density declined while guard cell length increased, but intrinsic water use efficiency remained unchanged.
Intersex fish were found in about a third of all sites examined from the Apalachicola, Colorado, Columbia, Mobile, Mississippi, Pee Dee, Rio Grande, Savannah, and Yukon River basins. Largemouth bass in southeastern U.S. had the highest prevalence of intersex, with some sites reporting up to 73% incidence.
Researchers at Penn State are investigating the effects of interactivity in digital media on user engagement. They will experimentally examine three types of interactivity, including source, medium, and message-based interactions, to determine their individual and combined effects.
Research finds freshwater snails reproduce more when infected with trematode parasites in shallows, supporting the Red Queen hypothesis and Geographic Mosaic Theory. Parasites enhance sexual reproduction by increasing selection on species interactions over small spatial scales.
Researchers found that populations at the northern edge of a species' range experienced problems when exposed to warmer conditions, contradicting the assumption that they would increase. The study used two butterfly species and found that interactions among species could change under climate change.
A new study by Eric Post and colleagues reveals that population responses to climate change vary significantly across different species and regions. The study's approach, which uses multi-stage analyses of fluctuating populations over time, shows a strong role for species interactions in buffering responses to climate.
A team of researchers from the University of Minnesota synthesized emerging work on phylogenetics to understand species interactions and biodiversity. The study provides a comprehensive overview of forces driving community organization and the role evolution plays in assembly of these communities.
Research synthesizes phylogenetic knowledge to understand species interactions and ecosystems, highlighting evolutionary processes as key drivers of biodiversity. The study provides a comprehensive framework for community ecology, essential for managing and restoring Earth's flora and fauna.
A new study by the University of Washington found that natural scenes can reduce heart rate and decrease stress faster than technological representations. When participants spent more time looking at a natural scene through a window, their heart rates decreased faster, whereas this effect was not observed when watching a similar scene ...
Researchers develop new method to measure biodiversity, finding that most species have limited impact on ecosystem diversity. The study reveals that 'attractor' species promote biodiversity in tropical rainforests, while 'repellent' species have a negative effect.
Researchers found that New Zealand parsnips had lower levels of chemical defenses than those in Europe and North America, making them more susceptible to the parsnip webworm. The webworms are dramatically affecting the plant's ability to reproduce, with 75% of affected plants devoid of reproductive parts.
A recent study published in Nature finds good agreement between species richness of tropical forests and coral reefs and a simple mathematical model based on the neutral theory of biodiversity. The researchers argue that interactions between species can be largely ignored, contradicting previous claims from other scientific teams.
Historical viral RNA sequences found in native and invasive grasses provide insights into the complex picture of species interactions and implications for modern agriculture. The study suggests that ancient viruses may have contributed to the takeover of California's native grasslands by invasive annual plants.
A recent study by a UT researcher found that hybrid salamanders are thriving in California water bodies, contradicting the general understanding of hybridization in animals. The hybrids, created by mating between two different species, show surprising vigor and may even enhance the chances for survival of the native species.
A new study found that the simultaneous effect of habitat fragmentation, overexploitation, and climate warming accelerates population decline and increases the risk of extinction. Experimental microcosm populations of rotifers showed significant declines under individual threats, but even faster declines when exposed to multiple threats.
A new study proposes that two key mechanisms, trait complementarity and barriers to exploitation, explain the structure of actual networks of plants and their pollinators. The models incorporating these mechanisms better mimic real networks, suggesting a balance between specialist and generalist interactions.
Scientists have found a way to analyze the configuration of amyloid fibers using yeast strains, providing insights into how prions interact with each other. The study reveals that prions have only two points of contact, known as the 'head' and 'tail,' which determine their interactions.
A new study reveals that traditional models of extinction underestimate species extinction risk by ignoring a critical parameter. The researchers used water fleas as a model organism and found that incorporating density-dependent demographic stochasticity into the models accurately predicted extinction rates.
Researchers found that sponges produce bioactive substances in response to competition, which is crucial for developing new drugs. However, the growth rates of cultivated species are slow and unpredictable, resulting in lower substance production compared to natural counterparts.
Wendy Saltzman's study finds that subordinate female monkeys are infertile until they become dominant, potentially benefiting them by reducing resource investment in infant survival. Her research on marmoset social behavior has implications for understanding human fertility and reproductive functioning.
Researchers compared yeast, worm, and fly proteins and found conserved communication pathways and protein clusters involved in essential cellular functions. The study supports the concept of a basic wiring diagram for all eukaryotic cells and may lead to more effective treatments with fewer side effects.
Researchers at NYU developed a mathematical model that replicates the complex network of molecular interactions within a cell's circadian clock. The study found that rapid binding and unbinding of regulatory molecules is crucial for accurate timekeeping, contradicting the notion that more molecules lead to better accuracy.
Research shows how individual species interact with each other after extinction, affecting recovery and evolution. Marine snails' feeding behavior changed from drilling holes to reach soft bodies inside clam shells.
The Delacour's langur is one of the most Critically Endangered primates in the world, with only 300 individuals remaining. Conservation efforts are underway to protect the species, but time is running out, and it may soon become extinct.
The study found that oil's negative effects last far longer than expected, with some species suffering long-term losses due to chronic exposure. The findings highlight the importance of controlling stormwater runoff and revising water quality standards to mitigate pollution.
Cattle introduction modifies frequent interactions between plants and pollinators, affecting web structure. This modification is likely important for ecosystem function.
A Virginia Tech research project suggests that body size may not be directly related to evolutionary or ecological success. Early findings indicate that diversity and body size increased together during the history of life, but this relationship broke down at the end of the Ordovician period, around 440 million years ago.
A new study confirms that global warming is affecting Earth's species worldwide, causing disruptions to animals and plants. The research found that even small changes in temperature have significant effects on ecosystems, leading to species migration, breeding, and population shifts.
Researcher David Tilman's study found that mixing multiple plant species leads to higher productivity, as each species brings unique traits for resource utilization. This principle can benefit various ecosystems, including forests and fisheries, by promoting a more diverse range of organisms.
A team of scientists from Texas A&M University has developed a mathematical model to better understand wildlife habitats and interactions. The model uses equations to describe how animals and plants live, grow, and interact with each other in different environments.