Biology: Recent submissions
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Applications of next-generation sequencing towards identifying novel disease resistance genes
(2025-07-02) - ThesisImproving disease resistance is a fundamental goal of plant breeding. The identification of novel resistance genes is a key step towards developing resistant potato varieties. Nucleotide-binding site leucine-rich repeat ... -
Development of Bayesian network methodologies for applications at the socio-medical interface
(2024-12-03) - ThesisThe integration of biomedical and social science data enables systems-based analyses through advanced statistical models. Among these, Bayesian networks (BNs) have emerged as a powerful tool for modelling complex interrelations ... -
The role of lipid-store body condition in the behaviour and conservation of sperm whales
(2024-12-03) - ThesisLipid store body condition influences, and is influenced by, individual fitness and behaviour. This makes it a potentially important factor in understanding the impact of disturbance and other stressors, which are of ... -
Spatial and temporal analysis of vegetation dynamics on desertification hotspots of Ceará, Northeastern Brazil
(2024-12-03) - ThesisSeasonally dry tropical forests (SDTFs) have a distinctive seasonality. The Brazilian Caatinga, the largest SDTF in South America, faces three main types of disturbance: abrupt change, chronic disturbance, and species ... -
Population diversity and epidemiology of Bremia lactucae the cause of lettuce downy mildew
(2024-12-03) - ThesisBremia lactucae is an obligate biotroph that causes Lettuce Downy Mildew (LDM), a foliar disease of lettuce which negatively affects crop value though reduced yield and quality. Emergence of new strains of B. lactucae that ...