Luiz A. Rocha
YOU?
Author Swipe
View article: First records of Neopomacentrus cyanomos (Bleeker, 1856) (Pomacentridae, Blenniiformes) in Southwestern Atlantic reefs
First records of Neopomacentrus cyanomos (Bleeker, 1856) (Pomacentridae, Blenniiformes) in Southwestern Atlantic reefs Open
Records of non‑native species in the Southwestern Atlantic reefs have increased alarmingly within the last two decades. Here, we provide the first report in the Southwest Atlantic of Neopomacentrus cyanomos (Bleeker, 1856), Regal Dam…
View article: Shark hotspot: Drivers for distribution and conservation in a tropical oceanic archipelago of the Atlantic Ocean
Shark hotspot: Drivers for distribution and conservation in a tropical oceanic archipelago of the Atlantic Ocean Open
View article: Scales of marine endemism in oceanic islands and the Provincial-Island endemism
Scales of marine endemism in oceanic islands and the Provincial-Island endemism Open
Oceanic islands are remote environments commonly harboring endemic species, which often are unique lineages originated and maintained by a variety of ecological, biogeographical and evolutionary processes. Endemic species are found mostly …
View article: Integrative taxonomy reveals a new species of the soapfish genus <i>Rypticus</i> (Teleostei: Grammistidae) from the eastern Atlantic Ocean
Integrative taxonomy reveals a new species of the soapfish genus <i>Rypticus</i> (Teleostei: Grammistidae) from the eastern Atlantic Ocean Open
A new species of the soapfish genus Rypticus is described based on 14 specimens from the eastern Atlantic Ocean. The new species was previously misidentified as the greater soapfish, R. saponaceus , due to their similar appearance. However…
View article: Investigation of Leishmania infantum Infection and Feeding Preferences of Lutzomyia longipalpis During Deltamethrin (4%) Dog Collar Intervention
Investigation of Leishmania infantum Infection and Feeding Preferences of Lutzomyia longipalpis During Deltamethrin (4%) Dog Collar Intervention Open
Leishmaniasis is a zoonotic disease caused by protozoa of the genus Leishmania, transmitted by phlebotomine sand flies. Understanding the feeding behavior and infection rates of these vectors is crucial for disease surveillance and control…
View article: WEB CURRÍCULO: CAMINHOS PARA A PERSONALIZAÇÃO
WEB CURRÍCULO: CAMINHOS PARA A PERSONALIZAÇÃO Open
Este estudo investigou o uso de podcasts como recurso pedagógico no ensino remoto e sua contribuição para a personalização do currículo. A questão central foi entender de que maneira os podcasts poderiam ser utilizados para personalizar o …
View article: New records of fishes from the Coral Sea Marine Park, Australia
New records of fishes from the Coral Sea Marine Park, Australia Open
With an area covering just under 1 million km 2 , Australia’s Coral Sea Marine Park (CSMP) is among the largest marine protected areas globally. Yet, the demersal deep-reef fish fauna of the CSMP remains poorly described, due in part to it…
View article: Phylogenomics establishes an Early Miocene reconstruction of reef vertebrate diversity
Phylogenomics establishes an Early Miocene reconstruction of reef vertebrate diversity Open
Oceans blanket more than two-thirds of Earth’s surface, yet marine biodiversity is disproportionately concentrated in coral reefs. Investigating the origins of this exceptional diversity is crucial for predicting how reefs will respond to …
View article: Ocorrência de agentes parasitários intestinais em pacientes submetidos à hemodiálise em Manaus, Amazonas, Brasil
Ocorrência de agentes parasitários intestinais em pacientes submetidos à hemodiálise em Manaus, Amazonas, Brasil Open
Estudos mostram que portadores de doença renal crônica (DRC) submetidos à hemodiálise apresentam-se mais suscetíveis a quadros de infecção por parasitos, uma vez que a presença destes é influenciada diretamente pela resposta imunitária do …
View article: Dermatologia Digital: Uso de IA no Diagnóstico de Doenças de Pele
Dermatologia Digital: Uso de IA no Diagnóstico de Doenças de Pele Open
O artigo apresenta uma revisão integrativa que investiga os avanços e desafios da aplicação da inteligência artificial (IA), especialmente através de técnicas de deep learning e redes neurais convolucionais, no diagnóstico de câncer de pel…
View article: Estimulação Cerebral Profunda no Tratamento da Doença de Alzheimer, Parkinson e Outras Demências
Estimulação Cerebral Profunda no Tratamento da Doença de Alzheimer, Parkinson e Outras Demências Open
A DBS tem evoluído de uma abordagem para transtornos do movimento, como Parkinson, para uma potencial terapia para doenças neurodegenerativas, incluindo Alzheimer. Avanços tecnológicos, como eletrodos direcionais e algoritmos de estimulaçã…
View article: Abordagens Assistidas por Robótica na Cirurgia de Câncer Colorretal
Abordagens Assistidas por Robótica na Cirurgia de Câncer Colorretal Open
O artigo apresenta uma revisão integrativa da literatura sobre a cirurgia robótica no tratamento do câncer colorretal, destacando que, embora essa técnica oferece inovações tecnológicas significativas—como visão tridimensional, maior preci…
View article: Plectranthias raki (Teleostei, Serranidae), a new species of perchlet from mesophotic coral ecosystems of the Maldives
Plectranthias raki (Teleostei, Serranidae), a new species of perchlet from mesophotic coral ecosystems of the Maldives Open
Herein, we describe a new species of Plectranthias perchlet found at depths of 100–125 meters in mesophotic coral ecosystems of the Maldives in the Indian Ocean. Plectranthias raki sp. nov. is unique in both morphology and coloration. The …
View article: Environmental Drivers and Vulnerability of Reef Fishes Highlight the Need for Multi-Habitat Conservation in Remote Insular Ecosystems
Environmental Drivers and Vulnerability of Reef Fishes Highlight the Need for Multi-Habitat Conservation in Remote Insular Ecosystems Open
View article: Environmental and geographical drivers of reef fish beta diversity across the depth gradient
Environmental and geographical drivers of reef fish beta diversity across the depth gradient Open
The swift decline of coral reefs stands out as a significant biodiversity challenge confronting our generation, and mesophotic coral ecosystems (MCEs; reefs between 30 and 150 m) have been proposed as refuge habitats that may be less affec…
View article: Chromis abadhah (Teleostei, Pomacentridae), a new species of damselfish from mesophotic coral ecosystems of the Maldives
Chromis abadhah (Teleostei, Pomacentridae), a new species of damselfish from mesophotic coral ecosystems of the Maldives Open
A new species of Chromis (Teleostei, Pomacentridae) is described from four specimens collected between 95 and 110 m depth in mesophotic coral ecosystems in the Maldives, Indian Ocean. Chromis abadhah sp. nov. can be distinguished from all …
View article: Scales of marine endemism in oceanic islands and the Provincial-Island endemism
Scales of marine endemism in oceanic islands and the Provincial-Island endemism Open
Oceanic islands are remote environments commonly harboring endemic species, which often are unique lineages originated and maintained by a variety of ecological, biogeographical and evolutionary processes. Endemic species are found mostly …
View article: Beyond fear: a new paradigm to manage shark recovery in Brazilian marine protected areas
Beyond fear: a new paradigm to manage shark recovery in Brazilian marine protected areas Open
Shark populations have declined worldwide, and conservation measures have been necessary for their recovery and maintenance in natural areas. Despite efforts to protect sharks in marine sanctuaries and managed areas, the apparent recovery …
View article: Concorrência e Saneamento
Concorrência e Saneamento Open
O presente artigo se propõe a analisar de que maneira a concorrência pode ser aplicada ao contexto do saneamento. Para alcançar esse objetivo utiliza-se de pesquisa exploratória a partir de materiais já elaborados com relação ao tema espec…
View article: Specimen collection is essential for modern science
Specimen collection is essential for modern science Open
Natural history museums are vital repositories of specimens, samples and data that inform about the natural world; this Formal Comment revisits a Perspective that advocated for the adoption of compassionate collection practices, querying w…
View article: Author Correction: Plastic pollution on the world’s coral reefs
Author Correction: Plastic pollution on the world’s coral reefs Open
View article: Population genomics of an Octopus species identify oceanographic barriers and inbreeding patterns
Population genomics of an Octopus species identify oceanographic barriers and inbreeding patterns Open
View article: Genetic diversity patterns of lionfish in the Southwestern Atlantic Ocean reveal a rapidly expanding stepping-stone bioinvasion process
Genetic diversity patterns of lionfish in the Southwestern Atlantic Ocean reveal a rapidly expanding stepping-stone bioinvasion process Open
In 2020, multiple lionfish ( Pterois spp.) records along the equatorial Southwestern (SW) Atlantic revealed a new expansion of these potentially damaging invasive populations, which could impact over 3500 km of Brazilian coastline over the…
View article: Are cleaning interactions offered by large cleaners positive?
Are cleaning interactions offered by large cleaners positive? Open
Quimbayo, Juan P., Freitas, Rui, Rocha, Luiz A., Pinheiro, Hudson T. (2023): Are cleaning interactions offered by large cleaners positive? Journal of Natural History 57 (17-20): 1152-1156, DOI: 10.1080/00222933.2023.2231570, URL: http://dx…
View article: Lessons from the invasion front: Integration of research and management of the lionfish invasion in Brazil
Lessons from the invasion front: Integration of research and management of the lionfish invasion in Brazil Open
After successful invasions in the Caribbean and Mediterranean, lionfish (Pterois spp.) have recently invaded another important biogeographical region -the Brazilian Province. In this article, we discuss this new invasion, focusing on a roa…
View article: Scientific diving in Brazil: history, present and perspectives
Scientific diving in Brazil: history, present and perspectives Open
Scientific diving (SD) is defined as any diving activity that applies scientific procedures to produce subsidies for studies and technical works in underwater environments. The first report of an underwater scientific study in Brazil dates…
View article: <i>Terelabrus toretore</i> sp. nov. (Perciformes: Labridae), a New Species of Striped Hogfish from Tahiti, with Range Extensions for Two Congeners.
<i>Terelabrus toretore</i> sp. nov. (Perciformes: Labridae), a New Species of Striped Hogfish from Tahiti, with Range Extensions for Two Congeners. Open
A new labrid fish, Terelabrus toretore sp. nov., the fifth species within the genus, is herein described from two specimens collected at a depth of 140 m from a mesophotic coral ecosystem in Tahiti, French Polynesia. Terelabrus t…
View article: Marine teleost fishes of the northeastern Brazilian coast: 166 years of compiled data
Marine teleost fishes of the northeastern Brazilian coast: 166 years of compiled data Open
The richness of marine teleost fishes from the tropical northeastern Brazilian coast was compiled through an extensive search of published species records and of voucher specimens in collections. Results are presented in a systematic list …
View article: Lionfish on the loose: Pterois invade shallow habitats in the tropical southwestern Atlantic
Lionfish on the loose: Pterois invade shallow habitats in the tropical southwestern Atlantic Open
Lionfish ( Pterois spp.) evolved in the Indo-Pacific with predators and prey and invaded regions (e.g., the Caribbean Sea and Mediterranean) where no such balance yet exists. In 2020, four lionfish were recorded on mesophotic reefs of the …
View article: Coralline Hills: high complexity reef habitats on seamount summits of the Vitória-Trindade Chain
Coralline Hills: high complexity reef habitats on seamount summits of the Vitória-Trindade Chain Open
Seamounts and oceanic islands play an important role as biodiversity hotspots amid the vastness of the oligotrophic open ocean. While island ecology and evolution have received a lot of attention in the last decades, the exploration and un…