The lined sole, Achirus lineatus , is a widely distributed species in the Gulf of Mexico. This basin is constantly exposed to hydrocarbon contamination due to natural oil seeps, oil extraction and oil spills. Previous studies suggest the line sole A. lineatus as a possible sentinel species for oil spills; but the overall landscape of xenobiotic metabolism in this species remains poorly understood. Access to high-quality refere...

Understanding how eco‐evolutionary processes shape genetic variation and persistence in marine species with highly variable recruitment dynamics and dispersal potential remains a fundamental challenge, particularly when considering the interplay between gene flow and local adaptation. Here, we employed a seascape genomics approach to investigate population connectivity and local adaptation in Australasian snapper ( Chrysophrys...

The expansion and intensification of aquaculture have been widely adopted to support large-scale production, creating a reliance on high-protein feed ingredients such as soybean meal (SBM) and fish meal (FM). These ingredients, however, are costly and unsustainable, emphasizing the need for alternative plant-based protein sources for aquafeeds. This study assessed the nutritional and feed value of fermented rice bran meal (FRB...

The persistence of many threatened species depends on isolated habitat patches such as conservation parks, fenced reserves, and islands. While these ‘conservation arks’ provide refuge from many contemporary threats, they can also pose risks of genetic diversity loss and inbreeding depression, further exacerbating extinction risk. A pertinent example is the Kangaroo Island koala population in South Australia that originated fro...

This work reports the isolation of 54 ureolytic bacteria with microbiologically induced carbonate precipitation (MICP) activity from Theobroma cacao L. rhizosphere soils with Cd concentration ranging from 0.49 to 21.29 mg kg − 1 . Analysis of the 16 S rRNA gene showed the isolates belong to the genera Serratia , Pseudomonas , Comamonas , Klebsiella , Bacillus , Citrobacter , Flavobacterium , Delftia , and Stenotrophomonas . Th...

The dynamic performance of low-rise buildings under dynamic loads presents significant challenges in structural engineering. Accurate evaluation methods are crucial for ensuring the safety and resilience of these structures, especially in seismic-prone areas. This study focuses on implementing Real-Time Hybrid Simulations (RTHS) for the assessment of structural control systems in low-rise buildings. The research integrates a n...

Regional climate models (RCMs) from the CORDEX enable further investigations of the regional aspects of climate change impacts in South America. Here, we assess the CORDEX‐RCMs' present and future projections of extratropical cyclones, focusing on their frequency, early‐stage synoptic features, and added value relative to the global climate models (GCMs). Cyclones were tracked using a common algorithm in the present (1985–2005...

Current research has highlighted the need to understand the factors influencing cadmium (Cd) availability in cacao-growing soils to elucidate its presence in cacao beans (the raw material for chocolate). Although literature about this topic is increasing, few report the importance of rhizosphere soils on Cd dynamics. This study aimed to understand the changes in available Cd and its association with soil properties (pH, pseudo...

Genomic vulnerability is a measure of how much evolutionary change is required for a population to maintain optimal genotype‐environment associations under projected climates. Aquatic species, and in particular migratory ectotherms, are largely underrepresented in studies of genomic vulnerability. Such species might be well equipped for tracking suitable habitat and spreading diversity that could promote adaptation to future c...