Browsing by Subject "Botany and Plant Science"
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Cell wall immunocytochemistry and histology of hemiparasitism in Rhinanthus minor L. and Odontites vernus (Bellardi) Dumort: interactions at haustorial interfaces and implications for grassland biodiversity
(2013-11-21)Parasitic plants develop specialised grafting organs called haustoria to attach to and infiltrate host plant organs to access nutrients. The outcome of the parasitic process is largely determined where cell walls of the ... -
Developing an integrated approach to seaweed resource assessment
(NUI Galway, 2020-09-01)Increasing interest in the sustainable management of Irish macroalgal resources requires the development of a cost-effective and efficient methodology for quantifying the distribution of key species. Remote sensing provides ... -
Developing climate smart agriculture: Insights from Indonesia, Vietnam, Malawi and Ireland
(NUI Galway, 2019-11-18)The present and future challenges to agricultural development and food security are immense. The agricultural sector is a significant driver of climate change, but at the same time, is highly vulnerable to its impacts. ... -
Ecophysiological studies of selected macro- and microalgae: production of organic compounds and climate change interactions
(2012-03-29)This study focused on algal ecophysiological and chemical responses of marine algae to environmental impacts, in particular, light including UV radiation, temperature and nutrients. Marine algae influence climate by affecting ... -
Ecophysiology of Ascophyllum nodosum: Potential impacts of climate change and commercial harvesting
(2013-07-01)The foundation species Ascophyllum nodosum is an important intertidal producer in temperate regions of the North Atlantic. It provides habitat for many species and is an essential facilitator of biodiversity. This study ... -
Functional characterization of orphan genes in Arabidopsis thaliana
(2015-01-28)All organisms are known to contain a unique set of genes called 'orphan genes', which do not share any similarity with genes or protein domains in other evolutionary lineages. Such orphan genes can impart unique traits to ... -
Genetic diversity, evolutionary history and epigenetic analysis of East African highland bananas
(2015-05-13)Genetic variation describes naturally occurring genetic differences among individuals of the same species and permits flexibility and survival of a population in the face of changing environmental circumstances, diseases ... -
Influences of abiotic and biotic factors on biochemical composition of selected temperate macroalgae
(NUI Galway, 2023-02-27)Seaweeds, as a foundation species and ecosystem engineers, play an important role in nature by providing food, refuge, and habitat for higher trophic levels, and contributing significantly to primary production. In ... -
Optimisation of fatty acid production by selected microalgae for high-value applications
(NUI Galway, 2018-11-20)Microalgae synthesize and produce large amounts of omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 LC-PUFA), with eicosapentaenoic (EPA, 20:5 n-3) and docosahexaenoic (DHA, 22:6 n-3) acids being of particular interest. ... -
A study of the ecology of the oceanic montane vegetation of western Ireland and its potential response to climate change
(2012-12-03)Within Europe, montane oceanic vegetation is restricted to areas with an oceanic climate, such as western Ireland. It was found that a wide range of montane heath and associated vegetation occurs in western Ireland, and ...