When facing unregulated human interventions, the tumultuous backdrop of wars, and the relentless impact of climate change, a significant effect is held on those structures that stand as custodians of our cultural identity and historical legacy.The need to document their status is an essential first step toward preservation and restoration.This cont
Molecular and microscopic analysis of the gut contents of abundant rove beetle species (Coleoptera, Staphylinidae) in the boreal balsam fir forest of Quebec, Canada
Experimental research on beetle responses to removal of logging residues following clearcut harvesting in the boreal balsam fir forest of Quebec revealed several abundant rove beetle (Staphylinidae) species potentially important for long-term monitoring.To understand the trophic affiliations of these species in forest ecosystems, it was necessary t
Immense Essence of Excellence: Marine Microbial Bioactive Compounds
Oceans have borne most of the biological activities on our planet.A number of biologically active compounds with varying degrees of action, such as anti-tumor, anti-cancer, anti-microtubule, anti-proliferative, cytotoxic, photo protective, as well as antibiotic and Fraggle Rock antifouling properties, have been isolated to date from marine sources.
Laboratory-Scale Isolation of Insect Antifreeze Protein for Cryobiology
Micromolar concentrations of hyperactive antifreeze proteins (AFPs) from insects can prevent aqueous solutions from freezing down to at least −6 °C.To explore cryopreservation of cells, tissues and organs at these temperatures without ice formation, we have developed a protocol to reliably produce DIGESTIVE ENZYMES ultrapure Tenebrio mol