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View article: New earthworms of the genus Pheretima (Clitellata, Megascolecidae) from Mount Bulusan, Sorsogon Province, Philippines
New earthworms of the genus Pheretima (Clitellata, Megascolecidae) from Mount Bulusan, Sorsogon Province, Philippines Open
Three new species of the genus Pheretima are described from Mount Bulusan, Sorsogon Province, Luzon Island, Philippines: Pheretima bulusanensis sp. nov. , Pheretima sorsogonensis sp. nov. , and Pheretima blackbirdensis sp. nov. All are in …
View article: A checklist of megadrile earthworm (Annelida: Clitellata) species and subspecies of the world
A checklist of megadrile earthworm (Annelida: Clitellata) species and subspecies of the world Open
The available literature on earthworm (Megadrili) species distributions at the worldwide, regional, and country levels were reviewed and combined with personal databases of the authors, as well as the data available in Drilobase (www.drilo…
View article: Correction: Lone et al. Phylogenetic Relationships in Earthworm Megascolex Species (Oligochaeta: Megascolecidae) with Addition of Two New Species. Diversity 2022, 14, 1006
Correction: Lone et al. Phylogenetic Relationships in Earthworm Megascolex Species (Oligochaeta: Megascolecidae) with Addition of Two New Species. Diversity 2022, 14, 1006 Open
In the original publication [...]
View article: Describing ten new species of Eutyphoeus (Clitellata: Acanthodrilidae) from Manipur, North-East India, together with one new record
Describing ten new species of Eutyphoeus (Clitellata: Acanthodrilidae) from Manipur, North-East India, together with one new record Open
A comprehensive investigation into the genus Eutyphoeus (Clitellata: Acanthodrilidae) in Manipur, North-East India, has led to the discovery of ten novel species and the identification of one previously unrecorded species in the region. Th…
View article: Source Apportionment and Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Soils During Dry and Rainy Seasons in Southern Malawi
Source Apportionment and Risk Assessment of Heavy Metals in Soils During Dry and Rainy Seasons in Southern Malawi Open
The recent increase in industrial activities has raised concerns regarding environmental quality in urban areas in Malawi. In this study, the contents of heavy metals [copper (Cu), zinc (Zn) and cadmium (Cd)] were analysed in 15 sites sele…
View article: Electrode configurations for sensitive and specific detection of compound muscle action potentials to the tibialis anterior muscle after peroneal nerve injury in rats
Electrode configurations for sensitive and specific detection of compound muscle action potentials to the tibialis anterior muscle after peroneal nerve injury in rats Open
Collateral innervation patterns can complicate CMAP recordings as signals from adjacent muscles can be detected and misinterpreted as regeneration. The outcome of this study shows how differences in configurations and electrodes have signi…
View article: Reply to Narayanan et al. Comment on “Lone et al. Phylogenetic Relationships in Earthworm Megascolex Species (Oligochaeta: Megascolecidae) with Addition of Two New Species. Diversity 2022, 14, 1006”
Reply to Narayanan et al. Comment on “Lone et al. Phylogenetic Relationships in Earthworm Megascolex Species (Oligochaeta: Megascolecidae) with Addition of Two New Species. Diversity 2022, 14, 1006” Open
We acknowledge and value the feedback provided by Narayanan et al [...]
View article: A can of worms: estimating the global number of earthworm species
A can of worms: estimating the global number of earthworm species Open
Estimating the overall species number for a given taxon is a central issue in ecology and conservation biology. This is especially topical for soil organisms, which comprise most known species but whose taxonomy remains largely understudie…
View article: Earthworms (Oligochaeta, Clitellata) of the Mitaraka range (French Guiana): commented checklist with description of one genus and eighteen species new to science
Earthworms (Oligochaeta, Clitellata) of the Mitaraka range (French Guiana): commented checklist with description of one genus and eighteen species new to science Open
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View article: Three new earthworms of the Amynthas corticis-group (Clitellata: Megascolecidae) from the Nam Et-Phouleoi, Laos
Three new earthworms of the Amynthas corticis-group (Clitellata: Megascolecidae) from the Nam Et-Phouleoi, Laos Open
Three new earthworms of the Amynthas corticis-group (Clitellata: Megascolecidae) from Phouleoi Mountain, Lao PDR. Earthworm specimens were collected from Mt. Phouleoi, Viengthong District, Houaphanh Province, Lao PDR. The species belong to…
View article: Soil macrofauna communities in Brazilian land-use systems
Soil macrofauna communities in Brazilian land-use systems Open
Soil animal communities include more than 40 higher-order taxa, representing over 23% of all described species. These animals have a wide range of feeding sources and contribute to several important soil functions and ecosystem services. A…
View article: Soil macrofauna communities in Brazilian land use systems
Soil macrofauna communities in Brazilian land use systems Open
Soil animal communities include more than 40 higher-order taxa, representing over 23% of all described species. These animals have a wide range of feeding sources and contribute to several important soil functions and ecosystem services. A…
View article: A checklist of megadrile earthworm (Annelida: Clitellata) species and subspecies of the world
A checklist of megadrile earthworm (Annelida: Clitellata) species and subspecies of the world Open
The available literature on earthworm (Megadrili) species distributions at the worldwide, regional, and country levels were reviewed and combined with personal databases of the authors, as well as the data available in Drilobase (www.drilo…
View article: Ovary organization and ultrastructure in six species of Amynthas and Metaphire earthworms (Annelida, Crassiclitellata, Megascolecidae)
Ovary organization and ultrastructure in six species of Amynthas and Metaphire earthworms (Annelida, Crassiclitellata, Megascolecidae) Open
Ovaries in earthworms belonging to the family Megascolecidae are paired structures attached to the septum in the anterior part of the XIII segment. They are fan to rosette shaped with numerous rows of growing oocytes, known as egg strings,…
View article: Amazonian earthworm biodiversity is heavily impacted by ancient and recent human disturbance
Amazonian earthworm biodiversity is heavily impacted by ancient and recent human disturbance Open
Despite the importance of earthworms for soil formation, more is needed to know about how Pre-Columbian modifications to soils and the landscape. Gaining a deeper understanding is essential for comprehending the historical drivers of earth…
View article: A checklist of megadrile earthworm (Annelida: Clitellata) species and subspecies of the world
A checklist of megadrile earthworm (Annelida: Clitellata) species and subspecies of the world Open
The available literature on earthworm (Megadrili) species distributions at the worldwide, regional, and country levels were reviewed and combined with personal databases of the authors, as well as the data available in Drilobase (www.drilo…
View article: Data from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer
Data from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Open
In metastatic ovarian cancer, resistance to platinum chemotherapy is common. Although the orphan nuclear receptor TR3 (nur77/NR4A1) is implicated in mediating chemotherapy-induced apoptosis in cancer cells, its role in ovarian cancer has n…
View article: Supplementary Figures 1-7 from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer
Supplementary Figures 1-7 from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Open
PDF - 404K, Supplementary Figure 1. TR3 expression in normal and neoplastic ovarian epithelium. Supplementary Figure 2. TR3 expression in ovarian cancer epithelial sub-types. Supplementary Figure 3. Association of TR3 expression with clini…
View article: Supplementary Materials and Methods from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer
Supplementary Materials and Methods from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Open
PDF - 80K, Additional details about methodology used for Immunofluorescence, Immunohistochemistry, Western Blotting, quantitative RT-PCR and case selection and TMA generation.
View article: Supplementary Materials and Methods from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer
Supplementary Materials and Methods from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Open
PDF - 80K, Additional details about methodology used for Immunofluorescence, Immunohistochemistry, Western Blotting, quantitative RT-PCR and case selection and TMA generation.
View article: Data from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer
Data from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Open
In metastatic ovarian cancer, resistance to platinum chemotherapy is common. Although the orphan nuclear receptor TR3 (nur77/NR4A1) is implicated in mediating chemotherapy-induced apoptosis in cancer cells, its role in ovarian cancer has n…
View article: Supplementary Figures 1-7 from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer
Supplementary Figures 1-7 from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Open
PDF - 404K, Supplementary Figure 1. TR3 expression in normal and neoplastic ovarian epithelium. Supplementary Figure 2. TR3 expression in ovarian cancer epithelial sub-types. Supplementary Figure 3. Association of TR3 expression with clini…
View article: Supplementary Table 1 from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer
Supplementary Table 1 from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Open
XLSX - 28K, Information regarding TR3 expression, tumor grade, Stage and histology, and clinical response in 209 ovarian cancer patients.
View article: Supplementary Table 1 from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer
Supplementary Table 1 from TR3 Modulates Platinum Resistance in Ovarian Cancer Open
XLSX - 28K, Information regarding TR3 expression, tumor grade, Stage and histology, and clinical response in 209 ovarian cancer patients.
View article: Clive Edwards and earthworms: in memoriam Dedicated to Professor Clive Edwards (1925–2021), The Ohio State University, USA
Clive Edwards and earthworms: in memoriam Dedicated to Professor Clive Edwards (1925–2021), The Ohio State University, USA Open
Domínguez, Usa Jorge, Fragoso, Carlos, James, Samuel W., Lavelle, Patrick (2023): Clive Edwards and earthworms: in memoriam. Zootaxa 5255 (1): 10-15, DOI: 10.11646/zootaxa.5255.1.5, URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.11646/zootaxa.5255.1.5
View article: Earthworms (Clitellata, Megadrili) of the world: an updated checklist of valid species and families, with notes on their distribution
Earthworms (Clitellata, Megadrili) of the world: an updated checklist of valid species and families, with notes on their distribution Open
In the current paper we present an updated checklist of all the megadrile earthworms (Crassiclitellata: Annelida) in the world, and notes on the distribution of families worldwide. Biogeographic responses to geological phenomena including …
View article: Earthworm species in different land use systems in the state of Goiás and the Federal District of Brazil
Earthworm species in different land use systems in the state of Goiás and the Federal District of Brazil Open
The state of Goiás and the Federal District together cover an area of about 346 thousand km2, including the diversified Cerrado vegetation, also known as the Brazilian Savanna, a biodiversity hotspot with many endangered and endemic specie…