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Microbiological Study In A Gneissic Cave From Sri Lanka, With Special Focus On Potential Antimicrobial Activities, Ethige Isuru P. Silva, Pathmakumara Jayasingha, Saman Senanayake, Anura Dandeniya, Dona Helani Munasinghe

International Journal of Speleology

The emergence of antibiotic resistance is a global health crisis, thus the search for novel antimicrobial compounds has become a continuous necessity. Underexplored and extreme environments, such as cave ecosystems, have been identified as a promising potential source for the discovery of novel microorganisms with novel antimicrobial compounds (AMC). This study presents the first cave microbiological investigation in Sri Lanka, with a special preference for bioprospecting of novel AMC. The cave sediment characterization demonstrated the presence of close to strong acidic conditions (pH 3.1 – 3.3) and thus indicates the possibility of isolating acidophilic microorganisms. Eight cave wall/ceiling fungal strains …

Preliminary Evaluation Of Brachiaria Humidicola Hybrids, Cacilda B. Valle, G. A. Bitencourt, A. Q. Arce, Lucimara Chiari, Liana Jank, Rosangela M. S. Resende, S. Calixto

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Use Of Rapd Markers To Identify Intraspecific Hybrids Of Brachiaria Humidicola, Cacilda B. Valle, Lucimara Chiari, G. A. Bitencourt, L. R. Salgado, G. O. C. Leguizámon

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

To Identify Alfalfa Cultivars Based On Rapd Markers Using Bulked And Individual Dna, Xiaoli Yang, Ting Ban, Peng Han, Xiang Liu, Xiaojuan Wang

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Search For Brachiaria Brizantha Genotypes With Sexuality Levels High Enough To Allow Future Intra‐Specific Crossings, J. A. Usberti Jr., C. A. Colombo, A. T. Tsuhako, R. Usberti, P. B. Alcantara

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Molecular Changes Of Bush Clover After Seeds Been Flown On Satellite, W. B. Ren, J. G. Han, Y. W. Zhang, H. Q. Guo

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Comparative Analysis Of Two Alfalfas (Medicago Sativa L. And M. Falcata L.) Using Ssr, Est‐Ssr And Morphological Traits, X. J. Zhang, Linqing Yu, R. X. Liu, Z. B. Jia, J. F. Guo

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Distribution And Trends Of Endemic Hawaiian Waterbirds, Eben H. Paxton, Kevin Brinck, Adonia Henry, Afsheen Siddiqi, Rachel Rounds, Jennifer Chutz

United States Geological Survey: Staff Publications

Four endemic species of wetland-dependent waterbirds occur on the main Hawaiian Islands, all of which have experienced sharp population declines and are listed as endangered species. Twice per year, state-wide surveys are conducted to count waterbirds, but these surveys are evaluated only infrequently. We used a state-space approach to evaluate long-term (1986–2016) and short-term (2006–2016) trends and current distribution and abundance of endemic Hawaiian waterbirds. The most numerous species was the Ae‘o, or Hawaiian Stilt (Himantopus mexicanus knudseni), with a 5-year estimated average abundance of 1,932 individuals, followed by ‘Alae Ke‘oke‘o, or Hawaiian Coot (Fulica alai), …

Possibilities Of Using Silicate Rock Powder: An Overview, Claudete Gindri Ramos, James C. Hower, Erika Blanco, Marcos Leandro Silva Oliveira, Suzi Huff Theodoro

Center for Applied Energy Research Faculty and Staff Publications

This study evaluates the on use of crushed rocks (remineralizers) to increase soil fertility levels and which contributed to increase agricultural productivity, recovery of degraded areas, decontamination of water, and carbon sequestration. The use of these geological materials is part of the assumptions of rock technology and, indirectly, facilitates the achievement of sustainable development goals related to soil management, climate change, and the preservation of water resources. Research over the past 50 years on silicate rocks focused on soil fertility management and agricultural productivity. More recently, the combined use with microorganisms and organic correctives have shown positive results to mitigate …

An Analysis Of Suspended Sediment Dynamics In A Partially Mixed Estuary, Riyadh Hamad Muttaleb

Dissertations and Theses

The purpose of this work is to investigate via data analysis and numerical modeling the SPM (suspended particulate matter) dynamics of a heavily contaminated partially urban estuary, the Lower Passaic River estuary (LPR), NJ. Accordingly, I investigate the quantity and mechanics of variation of fine and coarse SPM in the LPR via data analysis. Data analysis focuses on the parameters that affect SPM dynamics at six moored stations occupied during the Fall and Spring seasons, from near the estuary mouth to tidal freshwater. A 3D hydrodynamic model (Delft3D-FM) is used to analyze the effects of estuary topography on the dynamic …

Deriving Melt Rates At A Complex Ice Shelf Base Using In Situ Radar: Application To Totten Ice Shelf, Irena Vaňková, Sue Cook, J. Paul Winberry, Keith W. Nicholls, Benjamin K. Galton-Fenzi

Geological Sciences Faculty Scholarship

A phase-sensitive radar (ApRES) was deployed on Totten Ice Shelf to provide the first in situ basal melt estimate at this dynamic East Antarctic ice shelf. Observations of internal ice dynamics at tidal time scales showed that early arrivals from off-nadir reflectors obscure the true depth of the ice shelf base. Using the observed tidal deformation, the true base was found to lie at 1,910–1,950-m depth, at 350–400 m greater range than the first reflection from an ice-ocean interface. The robustness of the basal melt rate estimate was increased by using multiple basal reflections over the radar footprint, yielding a …

The Correlation Between Plant Morphology And Dry Yield Of Elephantgrass, Xia Zhang, Hongru Gu, Chenglong Ding

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Cytogenetical Studies On Hybrids Between S. Sudanense And S. Bicolor, Qiuwen Zhan, L. M. Zhu, J. J. Wu, W. Zhang, T. Z. Zhang

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Identification Of Chromosome And Fertility Of Bc1 Of Pentaploid Hybrid Between Elymus Canadensis And Elymus Dahuricus, Zhuo Yu, Yanhong Ma, Xiaolei Li, Zaozhe Li

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Prospect On Conservation And Utilization Of Leucaena Leucocephala In Yunnan, Jun Yin, Long Jiang

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Effect Of Different Explants On Callus Induction And Differentiation Of Perennial Ryegrass, Ru Yang, Qinghua Yuan

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Full Issue 49(3)

International Journal of Speleology

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International Journal of Speleology

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Implications Of An Improved Water Equation Of State For Water-Rich Planets, Chenling Huang, David R. Rice, Zachary M. Grande, Dean Smith, John H. Boisvert, Oliver Tschauner, Ashkan Salamat, Jason Steffen

Geoscience Faculty Research

Water (H2O), in all forms, is an important constituent in planetary bodies, controlling habitability and influencing geological activity. Under conditions found in the interior of many planets, as the pressure increases, the H-bonds in water gradually weaken and are replaced by ionic bonds. Recent experimental measurements of the water equation of state (EOS) showed both a new phase of H-bonded water ice, ice-VIIt, and a relatively low transition pressure just above 30 GPa to ionic bonded ice-X, which has a bulk modulus 2.5 times larger. The higher bulk modulus of ice-X produces larger planets for a given mass, thereby either …

Application Of Issr‐Pcr To Identification Two Different Ecotypes Of Lespedeza Hedysaroides, Xiufang Yang, Qizhong Sun

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Low‐Temperature Tolerance Related Cbf And Fructosyltrans Ferase Genes In Forage Grasses, H. Hisano, K. Tamura, M. Yoshida, A. Kanazawa, T. Yamada

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Influence Of Microbial Priming And Seeding Depth On Germination And Growth Of Native Wildflowers, Daniela Barrera, Juan Luera, Kaitlynn Lavallee, Pushpa Soti

School of Earth, Environmental, & Marine Sciences Faculty Publications

Background: Using native wildflowers for restoring marginal lands has gained considerable popularity. Establishment of wildflowers can be challenging due to several environmental factors. Restoring the microbial community in degraded habitats can potentially result in the native plant performance and habitat restoration. This study was conducted to investigate the impact of native soil microbes and seeding depth on germination of south Texas native wildflowers. Two wildflower species, Ratibida columnifera (Nutt.) (Mexican Hat) and Verbesina encelioides (Cav.) (cowpen daisy), were treated with microbial wash extracted from native soils, and germination rate was recorded for 14-day period. We further analyzed the growth, biomass …

Radio-Echo Sounding And Waveform Modeling Reveal Abundant Marine Ice In Former Rifts And Basal Crevasses Within Crary Ice Rise, Antarctica, Trevor R. Hillebrand, Howard Conway, Michelle Koutnik, Carlos Martin, John Paden, J. Paul Winberry

Geological Sciences Faculty Scholarship

Crary Ice Rise formed after the Ross Ice Shelf re-grounded ~1 kyr BP. We present new ice-penetrating radar data from two systems operating at center frequencies of 7 and 750 MHz that confirm the ice rise is composed of a former ice shelf buried by subsequent accumulation. Stacks of englacial diffraction hyperbolas are present almost everywhere across the central ice rise and extend up to ~350 m above the bed. In many cases, bed reflections beneath the diffraction hyperbolas are obscured for distances up to 1 km. Waveform modeling indicates that the diffraction hyperbolas are likely caused by marine ice …

Net Photosynthesis Rate And Transpiration Rate Of Algonquin With Different Growth Years, Lijun Xu, B. Wang, Q. Z. Sun

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Study On The Low Temperature Tolerance Of Zoysiagrass, Jiping Xuan, Jianxiu Liu, Zhifang Zhou, Xiaoli Cheng

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Options For Managing Thin Alfalfa Stands, Jimmy C. Henning

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Alfalfa is the highest yielding, highest quality hay crop grown in Kentucky. Well cured alfalfa and alfalfa-grass hay is in high demand for dairy and in particular, horse owners. Alfalfa stands in Kentucky remain productive from four to as long as 8 years or more depending on several factors. Long stand life is favored by:

1. Using an improved variety with high resistance to the major diseases of Kentucky and that is proven to be high yielding in relevant trials such as conducted at the University of Kentucky.
2. Deep, well drained soils,
3. Soils that have been limed to pH 6.8 and …

When Weather Doesn't Cooperate: Which Fields Do I Cut First?, Dennis Wright, Brad Hines, Clayton Geralds

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Videos of this session are available on YouTube:

• Dennis Wright's presentation
• Brad Hines's presentation
• Clayton Geralds's presentation

Molecular Cloning And Characterization Of A Vacuolar H+‐Pyrophosphatase Gene From The Xerophyte Zygophyllum Xanthoxylum, Jiejun Xi, Guoqiang Wu, Aike Bao, Qian Wang, Suomin Wang

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Molecular Cloning And Characterization Of A Vacuolar Na+/H+ Antiporter Gene From The Succulent Xerophyte Zygophyllum Xanthoxylum, Guoqiang Wu, Jiejun Xi, Aike Bao, Suomin Wang

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.

Environmental Forcing On Zooplankton Distribution In The Coastal Waters Of The Galápagos Islands: Spatial And Seasonal Patterns In The Copepod Community Structure, Diego F. Figueroa

School of Earth, Environmental, & Marine Sciences Faculty Publications

The oceanographic setting of the Galápagos Archipelago results in a spatially diverse marine environment suitable for a variety of species with different climatic requirements. The goal of this study is to demonstrate that the community of zooplankton in the Galápagos is highly structured by regional differences in productivity patterns and advective sources. Results are mostly based on biodiversity patterns of the copepod community collected over the Galápagos shelf between 2004 and 2006. Two contrasting marine environments were observed: a nutrientrich upwelling system with a shallow mixed layer and a diatom-dominated phytoplankton community in the west, and a non-upwelling system with …