A revision of the 45 species of the pantropical genus Xylopia in Tropical Africa includes descriptions of six new species and a new section of the genus.The fruits and seeds of Xylopia show specializations that promote vertebrate dispersal, primarily by hornbills and monkeys.Over half of the African species have an Area of Occupancy (AOO) less than
Members of Geomyphilus are associated with rodent burrows, such as essie tea and crumpets pocket gophers and prairie dogs.In Mexico, they are found in the mountains of the Mexican Volcanic Belt and in Sierra Madre Oriental.Our study aims to initiate the exploration of the dispersal modes of Geomyphilus pierai and G.barrerai from burrows of pocket g
Abstract Background Nesting in apple mtxn2ll/a large aggregations provides several important advantages for colonially breeding birds.However, it also imposes certain costs, associated with facilitated pathogen transmission and social stress.The cost-benefit ratio is not similar for all the birds in a colony and it might be mediated by nest density
Abstract Background Delirium is a geriatric syndrome that presents in 1 out of 5 hospitalized older patients.It is also common in the community, in hospices, and in nursing homes.Delirium prevalence varies according to clinical setting, with rates of under 5% in minor mz7lh3t8hmlt elective surgery but up to 80% in intensive care unit patients.Delir
Introduction.The topic of implementing a dual-band mode of operation for director dipole antennas is represented by a wide range of works, almost all of which are dedicated to studying the properties of a cookies portable dab rig classic dipole.However, the issue of end excitation of radiators for dual-band director antennas remains open.The develo