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Microsatellites are often considered ideal markers to investigate ecological processes in animal populations. They are regularly used as genetic barcodes to identify species, individuals, and infer familial relationships. However, such applications are highly sensitive the number and diversity of microsatellite ...
Background A large number of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) have been identified in common carp (Cyprinus carpio) but, as yet, no high-throughput genotyping platform is available for this species. C. carpio is an important aquaculture species that accounts for nearly 14% of freshwater aquaculture ...
The once-dominant shallow reef-building coral Acropora palmata has suffered drastic geographical declines in the wider Caribbean from a disease epidemic that began in the late 1970s. At present there is a lack of quantitative data to determine whether this species is recovering over large spatial scales. ...
A bite alarm (20) is disclosed that comprises a sensor for detecting movement of a line (14) of a fishing rod (10) resting on the bite alarm (20), and a signal generator for providing an audible and/or visible warning when line movement is detected. The bite alarm (20) further comprises a connector ...
A method of controlling a downhole operation includes: deploying a work string into a wellbore, the work string comprising a deployment string and a bottomhole assembly (BHA); digitally marking a depth of the BHA; and using the digital mark to perform the downhole operation.
A new physical currency and any electronic token thereof is exchangeable for tangible goods or intangible services and has a value that is stabilized by an underlying stock portfolio or other asset having intrinsic value, the short term market value of which is arbitrated directly or indirectly by a ...
In one embodiment, a method includes receiving information about a proximity of a plurality of users located within a covered enclosure, the information comprising one or more images or one or more sounds of at least a portion of the proximity, the information having been obtained from the proximity ...
Citizen science is promoted as a simple and cost-effective alternative to traditional approaches for the monitoring of populations of marine megafauna. However, the reliability of datasets collected by these initiatives often remains poorly quantified. We compared datasets of shark counts collected ...
The invention relates to a novel method for determining the level of histamine based on the kinetics of the formation of the orthophtalaldehyde-hystamine (OPA) complex in an alkaline medium. A small volume of the eluate (2ml) is mixed with sodium carbonate solutions (NaOH) and OPA in a container whereupon ...
A packaging process and a packaging apparatus are provided. The packaging process comprises the steps of directing towards a semi-sealed package containing a product (20) to be packaged a flow of gas (17) and creating relative motion between the outlet (16) of the gas flow and the semi-sealed package ...
The present invention relates to an animal chew including an edible starch. The invention relates to a method of molding the animal chew in which starch and other additives may be introduced directly into an injection molding machine and molded to a desired shape. The starch may include fermented soy ...
The oyster Crassostrea ariakensis is an economically important bivalve species in China, unfortunately it has suffered severe mortalities in recent years caused by rickettsia-like organism (RLO) infection. Prevention and control of this disease is a priority for the development of oyster aquaculture. ...
Background Bibliometric analysis is increasingly being used for research assessment. The main objective of this study was to assess research output in Urology and Nephrology subject from the Arab countries. Original scientific articles or reviews published from the 21 Arab countries in “Urology and ...
Aquaculture has long been seen as a sustainable solution to some of the world's growing food shortages. However, experience over the past 50 years indicates that infectious diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, and eukaryotes limit the productivity of aquaculture. In extreme cases, these types of infectious ...
Background A variety of conditions (culture media, inocula, incubation temperatures) are employed in antifouling tests with marine bacteria. Shewanella algae was selected as model organism to evaluate the effect of these parameters on: bacterial growth, biofilm formation, the activity of model antifoulants, ...
Regional scale habitat suitability models provide finer scale resolution and more focused predictions of where organisms may occur. Previous modelling approaches have focused primarily on local and/or global scales, while regional scale models have been relatively few. In this study, regional scale ...
Because bottom substrate composition is an important control on the temporal and spatial location of the aquatic community, accurate maps of benthic habitats of inland lakes and reservoirs provide valuable information to managers, recreational users, and scientists. Therefore, we collected vertical, ...
Background The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that HIV-infected women practice exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) for the first 6 months postpartum to reduce HIV transmission. The aim of this study was to determine the effects of HIV/AIDS knowledge and other psychosocial factors on EBF practice ...
The giant mudskipper, Periophthalmodon schlosseri, is an amphibious fish that builds burrows in the mudflats. It can actively excrete ammonia through its gills, and tolerate high environmental ammonia. This study aimed to examine the effects of seawater (salinity 30; SW) acclimation and/or environmental ...
The present invention includes methods of generating co-products for animal feed and compositions useful as co-products for animal feed derived from biofuel production processes. More specifically, the invention includes co-products for animal feed from at least one process feedstream, such as fatty ...