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Same-same but different: habitat use and partitioning of three cryptobenthic coral reef fishes of the genus TrimmaNARA Subscribed
Partitioning critical resources can alleviate competition among species, allow coexistence, and contribute to biodiversity. The mechanisms driving habitat partitioning within the small-bodied and highly diverse genus Trimma remain unclear. The main aim of this study was to uncover habitat use and partitioning of T. benjamini , T. capostriatum , and T. yanoi that may enable their coexistence on coral reefs in Kimbe Bay, Papua N...
Trophic dynamics of three small and short-lived coral reef fishes of the genus TrimmaNARA Subscribed
Smaller animals may have an enhanced ability to convert microscopic food into biomass, a form of energy that is accessible to larger predators. Small-bodied cryptobenthic reef fishes (CRFs) exploit a variety of small food items and may themselves be important food sources for other coral reef dwellers. However, knowledge regarding the trophic niches of small and abundant CRFs of the genus Trimma is lacking. The aim of this stu...
Growth strategies across life‐history stages and generational turnover of cryptobenthic coral reef fishes of the genus TrimmaNARA Subscribed
Somatic growth influences survival and reproduction, with flow‐on effects on population dynamics and energy fluxes within ecosystems. Small‐bodied cryptobenthic reef fishes may contribute significantly to productivity due to their life‐history traits, including growth rates and rapid generational turnover. However, comprehensive studies on growth that encompass all stages of life are rare. This study aimed to investigate growt...
Voxel-wise insights into early Alzheimer’s disease pathology progression: the association with APOE and memory declineNARA Subscribed
Longitudinal investigation of the Apolipoprotein E (APOE) genotype’s impact on Alzheimer’s disease (AD) biomarker progression, focusing on amyloid beta (Aβ) accumulation and gray matter (GM) atrophy, integrating cognitive decline and baseline levels. Longitudinal florbetapir-PET and T1-weighted MRI data from 100 cognitively normal (CN) and mild cognitive impaired (MCI) participants both with considerable global Aβ accumulation...
Nearly 200 years have passed since the first marine fungus, collected from the shores of North Africa, was described. In that time, marine mycologists have continued to observe, describe, and study fungi in every marine ecosystem examined. Nevertheless, fungi remain functionally “dark matter” of the ocean, presenting a grand opportunity to unravel their roles in ecosystem processes. This report outlines the discussion among pa...
Complementary value of molecular, phenotypic, and functional aging biomarkers in dementia predictionNARA Subscribed
DNA methylation age (MA), brain age (BA), and frailty index (FI) are putative aging biomarkers linked to dementia risk. We investigated their relationship and combined potential for prediction of cognitive impairment and future dementia risk using the ADNI database. Of several MA algorithms, DunedinPACE and GrimAge2, associated with memory, were combined in a composite MA alongside BA and a data-driven FI in predictive analyse...
Regional‐scale disturbances drive long‐term decline of inshore coral reef fish assemblages in the Great Barrier Reef Marine ParkNARA Subscribed
Anthropogenic pressure is increasing the variety and frequency of environmental disturbance events, limiting recovery and leading to long‐term declines in wild plant and animal populations. Coral reefs and associated fish assemblages are inherently dynamic due to their susceptibility to a host of disturbances, but regional‐scale nuances in the drivers of long‐term change frequently remain poorly resolved. Here, we examine the...
Coral reef fishes are usually assumed to be most strongly associated with reef-building corals. However, sponges can be a significant structural component of coral reef ecosystems and their framework can enhance the local abundance and biodiversity of fish assemblages. Little is known regarding the range of fish species using complex sponges as either shelter or feeding substrata. Here we use a combination of stationary video...
Habitat and morphological characteristics affect juvenile mortality in five coral reef damselfishesNARA Subscribed
The abundance and distribution of demersal fishes rely on larvae successfully settling from the pelagic environment to a benthic habitat and their subsequent survival. With high mortality rates during this life stage, settling to a habitat that maximizes survival is critical. However, relationships between settlement choices and subsequent survival are poorly understood and may vary among species with different habitat prefere...
Strong hydrodynamic drivers of coral reef fish biodiversity on submerged pinnacle coral reefsNARA Subscribed
Hydrodynamic processes are important in all marine environments and on coral reefs drive patterns of habitat zonation, community structure, and biodiversity. Abrupt geomorphological features like pinnacles and seamounts often possess distinct localized currents and these habitats are also often characterized by high abundance and biomass of fishes. However, differences in fish community structure between pinnacles and emergent...
Substratum selection in coral reef sponges and their interactions with other benthic organismsNARA Subscribed
Substratum preferences and contact interactions among sessile organisms can be a major determinant of biotic gradients in the structure of benthic communities on coral reefs. Sponges are a substantial component of these communities, but their substratum requirements and interactions with other benthic taxa are poorly understood. Here, we quantified sponge substratum preferences and interactions from 838 randomly selected photo...
Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a fatal neurodegenerative disease of unknown etiology characterized by widespread aggregation of the protein alpha-synuclein in neurons and glia. Its orphan status, biological relationship to Parkinson’s disease (PD), and rapid progression have sparked interest in drug development. One significant obstacle to therapeutics is disease heterogeneity. Here, we share our process of developing a clin...
Life‐history constraints, short adult life span and reproductive strategies in coral reef gobies of the genus TrimmaNARA Subscribed
Body size influences many life‐history traits, with small‐bodied animals tending to have short life spans, high mortality and greater reproductive effort early in life. In this study, the authors investigated the life‐history traits and reproductive strategies of three small‐bodied coral reef gobies of the genus Trimma : Trimma benjamini , Trimma capostriatum and Trimma yanoi . The authors found all Trimma species studied atta...