Published in Acta Physiologiae Plantarum
We have investigated the effects of the sulfonylurea herbicide Sekator OD 375 on common duckweed (Lemna minor L.) and its potential to recover after the herbicide exposure. The plants were exposed to Sekator OD 375 for a 7-day period at the concentrations ranging from 5 to 100 µL L−1, equivalent to 0.005–0.1 of field application rate. The treated p...
Published in Microbiome
BackgroundThe eco-evolutionary processes ruling post-disturbance microbial assembly remain poorly studied, particularly in host-microbiome systems. The community recovery depends not only on the type, duration, intensity, and gradient of disturbance, but also on the initial community structure, phylogenetic composition, legacy, and habitat (soil, w...
Published in Annals of Forest Science
Key messagePrescribed burning applied after a dry year increased (fall burns) or had no effect (spring burns) on pine resilience, measured as the capacity to reach pre-drought growth levels compared with unburned pines. In fall burns, there was a larger increase in resilience when the impact of drought and burning on pines was low and burning cause...
Published in Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
Assessment of environmental impact of coal mining on natural ecosystems and monitoring of subsequent ecological restoration process of mined areas are essential for devising reclamation strategies for mining-affected landscapes. The present study was designed to assess the post-disturbance recovery of vegetation, primary productivity and soil nutri...
Published in Substance Abuse Treatment, Prevention, and Policy
BackgroundBeing a participant in longitudinal follow-up studies is not commonly a factor considered when investigating useful self-change aspects for individuals attempting recovery from substance use disorder (SUD). This study reports on how ongoing monitoring, and feedback on data results in a longitudinal follow-up study of SUD recovery were per...
Published in Water, Air, & Soil Pollution
This study investigates the effects of lead (Pb) on earthworm Eisenia fetida and its potential to recover from Pb exposure. Adult earthworms E. fetida were exposed for 4 weeks to lead (40–2500 mg Pb kg−1) in soil, and after the period of exposure, earthworms were transferred to clean unpolluted soil for 4 weeks to recover. Pb had no effect on the e...
Published in Space Science Reviews
Cubesats have been effective at lowering the barriers for entry to space for educational institutions and small private players resulting in new and innovative missions and concepts. Novel, potentially powerful, space science projects such as QB50 can now be undertaken with limited budgets and resources. However, the failure rate of Cubesats has be...
Published in BMC Psychiatry
BackgroundEvidence suggests that stigma against people with mental illness remains high. This demands innovative approaches to reduce stigma. One innovative stigma reduction method is participatory video (PV), whereby marginalized people come together to script, film and produce bottom-up educational videos about shared issues. These videos are the...
Published in Harm Reduction Journal
BackgroundPolicy development by partnership is difficult, however, ‘Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery- A health led response to drug and alcohol use in Ireland 2017-2025’ hailed a new era. This policy was based on an agreed philosophy and core values across a 21-member partnership and has stated a common commitment to a health-led response.Methods...
Published in Conflict and Health
BackgroundWidespread devastation to structures and households in Mosul occurred during the three years of ISIS control and the military liberation campaign by Iraqi forces assisted by coalition forces. Military operations, particularly airstrikes, resulted in a greater loss of life than during ISIS control. In 2016/17, we assessed living circumstan...
