The analysis of phyllosphere microbiomes traditionally relied on DNA extracted from whole leaves.To investigate the microbial communities on the adaxial (upper) and abaxial (lower) leaf surfaces, swabs were collected from both surfaces of two garden plants, Rhapis excelsa and Cordyline fruticosa.Samples were collected at noon and midnight and at fi
Abstract Background Identifying modifiable risk factors of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) may inform interventions to reduce financial burden.The infant/toddler gut microbiome is one such feature that has been associated with social behaviors, but results vary between cohorts.We aimed Knit Hats to identify consistent overall and sex-specific asso
Introduction The consumption of dairy products contributes to health, nutrition, and livelihoods globally.However, dairy products do not come without microbiological food safety risks for consumers.Despite this risk, common hygiene measures in high-income countries, particularly pasteurisation, ensures that milk is safe, and is indeed frequently ma
The 18th century was a time of considerable challenges for monastic life, both in general and for specific congregations.Let us recall such events as the abolition of Jesuit reductions in Paraguay, expelling Jesuits from Portugal and Spain, the dissolution of the Society of Jesus, the closure of hundreds of monastic houses as Accessories part of Jo