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Analysis of the Maize dicer-like1 Mutant, fuzzy tassel, Implicates MicroRNAs in Anther Maturation and Dehiscence
(2016-01-08)
Sexual reproduction in plants requires development of haploid gametophytes from somatic tissues. Pollen is the male gametophyte and develops within the stamen; defects in the somatic tissues of the stamen and in the male ...
College Men and Women and Their Intent to Receive Genital Human Papillomavirus Vaccine
(2016-02-05)
The study set out to investigate what influences the intentions of college students to get vaccinated against genital human papillomavirus (HPV). College men and women were surveyed to understand their intentions. Regression ...
Genetic Architecture of Conspicuous Red Ornaments in Female Threespine Stickleback
(2016)
Explaining the presence of conspicuous female ornaments that take the form of male-typical traits has been a longstanding challenge in evolutionary biology. Such female ornaments have been proposed to evolve via both ...
Health effects from exposure to atmospheric mineral dust near Las Vegas, NV, USA
(2016-09)
Desert areas are usually characterized by a continuous deposition of fine airborne particles. Over time, this process results in the accumulation of silt and clay on desert surfaces. We evaluated health effects associated ...
Identifying Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Search Terminology: A Systematic Review of Health Systematic Reviews
(2016-05-24)
Research on the health of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) populations can
provide important information to address existing health inequalities. Finding existing
research in LGBT health can prove challenging ...
The Effect of Casein Protein Prior to Sleep on Fat Metabolism in Obese Men
(2016-07)
We have previously shown that ingesting protein at night before sleep is either beneficial
or non-detrimental to metabolism, health, and body composition in obese women. However, the
overnight protein-induced lipolytic ...
The Role of Retinoic Acid (RA) in Spermatogonial Differentiation
(2016)
Retinoic acid (RA) directs the sequential, but distinct, programs of spermatogonial differentiation and meiotic differentiation that are both essential for the generation of functional spermatozoa. These processes are ...
The role of fishing material culture in communities’ sense of place as an added-value in management of coastal areas
(2016)
Fishing communities in many places around the world are facing significant challenges
due to new policies and environmental developments. While it is imperative to ensure sustainability
of natural resources, many policies ...