Abstract The outcome of natural hybridization is highly variable and depends on the nonexclusive effects both pre‐ post‐mating reproductive barriers. objective this study was to address three specific questions regarding dynamics between American European eels ( Anguilla rostrata anguilla ). Using 373 AFLP loci, 1127 were genotyped, representing different life stages from continents, as well multiple Icelandic locations. We first evaluated extent tested for occurrence hybrids beyond...

Investigating patterns of genetic variation in hybridizing species provides an opportunity to understand the impact natural selection on intraspecific variability and interspecific gene exchange. The Atlantic eels Anguilla rostrata A. anguilla each occupy a large heterogeneous habitat upon which could differentially shape variation. They also produce viable hybrids only found Iceland. However, possible footprint within introgressive hybridization Icelandic has never been assessed. We...

Summary Pulse oximetry is an essential monitor for safe anaesthesia but often not available in low‐income countries. The aim of this study was to determine whether the introduction pulse with training feasible and could reduce incidence oxygen desaturation during a country. oximeters were donated, training, 83 non‐physician anaesthetists Malawi. Knowledge tested immediately before after at follow‐up. Providers asked record lowest peripheral saturation (SpO 2 ) first 100 cases anaesthetised...

Financial inclusion in Africa has made significant progress over the last decade, largely due to growth of digital financial services. The economic benefits this are being explored. objective paper is examine effect on foreign direct investment thirty-two (32) Sub-Saharan African countries period 2005 2020. econometric model, estimated using Generalised Method Moments (GMMs) and Panel-Corrected Standard Error (PCSE) estimator for robustness test. results show that a positive said countries....

Abstract Successfully implementing fundamental concepts into concrete applications is challenging in any given field. It requires communication, collaboration and shared will between researchers practitioners. We argue that evolutionary biology, through research work linked to conservation, management forensics, had a significant impact on wildlife agencies department practices, where new frameworks have been implemented over the last decades. The Quebec government's Wildlife Department...

This study analyzes the different effects of demographic, social, and economic factors on number child abuse neglect reports in 18 urban, suburban, rural California counties over a 6-year period. Some findings demonstrate that urban counties, arrests for narcotics dangerous drugs particular is positively linked to reports. The can aid process sharpening allocation methods welfare services determining where public efforts should be directed order reduce incidence neglect.

The present study compares reunification for sibling groups in foster care under alternate placement conditions, including with kin and entering within the same month. findings suggest siblings placed completely or partially together reunify at a faster rate than those apart. gap between apart increases over time, particular after first year care. Fewer of remain during 8 months Efforts to place should be strengthened. Monetary incentives might encourage more parents provide homes keep...

Abstract Background Development of large single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) arrays can make genomic data promptly available for conservation problematic. Medium and high-density panels be designed with sufficient coverage to offer a genome-wide perspective the generated genotypes used assess different genetic metrics related population structure, relatedness, or inbreeding. SNP genotyping could also permit sexing samples unknown associated metadata as it is often case when using...

Abstract Background Genome assembly into chromosomes facilitates several analyses including cytogenetics, genomics and phylogenetics. Despite rapid development in bioinformatics, however, beyond scaffolds remains challenging, especially species without closely related well-assembled available reference genomes. So far, four draft genomes of Rangifer tarandus (caribou or reindeer, a circumpolar distributed cervid species) have been published, but none with chromosome-level assembly. This...

Loss of market income to families is recognized as a major risk factor child neglect. In the 2008 recession, some poor replaced their incomes with cash assistance from Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Using secondary data 42 contiguous jurisdictions and DC, we examined relationship between increases in TANF caseloads changes substantiated neglect cases each jurisdiction's recession. Key findings suggest that reductions presence increasing were more profound about half states...

Rangifer tarandus has experienced recent drastic population size reductions throughout its circumpolar distribution and preserving the species implies genetic diversity conservation. To facilitate genomic studies of populations, we improved genome assembly by combining long read linked obtained a new highly accurate contiguous made 13,994 scaffolds (L90 = 131 scaffolds). Using de novo transcriptome RNA-sequencing reads similarity with annotated human gene sequences, 17,394 robust models were...

The Great Recession that officially began in December 2007 and ended June 2009 was the most severe recession since Depression of 1930s. To accurately explain number families children receiving cash assistance from Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) during recession, it is important capture state-level variations recessionary periods, economies, TANF policies. This study breaks ground by using multiple regression enrolled program when caseload peaked each 51 jurisdictions’...

Journal Article Strategic interaction among the states: An in-depth look at welfare “race to bottom” Get access Vicky Albert, PhD, PhD associate professor School of Social Work, Greenspun College Urban Affairs, University Nevada, 4505 Maryland Parkway, Box 455032, Las Vegas, NV 89154-5032; e-mail: valbert@ccmail.nevada.edu Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic Google Scholar Sandra N. Catlin, assistant statistics Department Mathematical Sciences, Vegas Work Research,...

ABSTRACT This study compared exits between citizen and noncitizen heads of household from the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program. With longitudinal monthly administrative data a Cox proportional hazard model, examined how economy recipients’ personal characteristics affected their exits. The sample consisted 28,308 families headed by citizens 2,547 on TANF. Key findings reveal that TANF exit rolls primarily during first 8 months after entrance. Results showed remain longer...

Rabies is a lethal zoonosis present in most parts of the world which can be transmitted to humans through bite from an infected mammalian reservoir host. The Arctic rabies virus variant (ARVV) persists mainly populations foxes ( Vulpes lagopus ), and lesser extent red fox vulpes ). Red are thought responsible for sporadic southward movement waves ARVV outside enzootic area northern Canada. In this study, we wanted investigate whether displayed notable levels genetic structure across...

Large-scale genotyping platforms are currently being developed for several wild species. By querying thousands of polymorphic loci, genomics can be useful describing and monitoring populations, as a forensic tool identifying the population origin enforcing anti-poaching laws. Our aim was to test new SNP chip caribou/reindeer (Rangifer tarandus) (Illumina iSelect caribou 60K) in terms sensitivity, repeatability, robustness, ability distinguish mixed samples, specificity. The impact tissue...

The study examines the relationship between temporary welfare time limits and foster care relative placement in Nevada. A logit model was specified with a binary dependent variable capturing relatives as opposed to nonrelative family or group care. findings reveal that, all else constant, children from families more months counted toward their Nevada's are not likely be placed than counterparts. also show that African American families, large receiving cash during removal relatives. authors...

The Great Recession that officially began in December 2007 nationally resulted a loss of income on the part many families with children who turn, relied variety safety nets, including cash assistance from Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program. Loss has been recognized as major risk factor child maltreatment, particular neglect. During its recession, Arizona shortened TANF lifetime limits substantially which transfer losses TANF. Using time-series analysis, present study...

During the past two decades, most states have allowed welfare benefit levels to erode with inflation. Very little attention has been paid by academics and policy makers potential effects of Personal Responsibility Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act 1996 on levels. This article provides a number explanations for likely reductions in states' Consequences reducing are examined. The shows how small changes can alter profoundly eligibility welfare. Social workers need advocate increases which,...

ABSTRACT Using annual American Community Survey data for Nevada from 2000 to 2003, this study examines the role that citizenship status plays in shaping immigrant families' chances of living poverty as well their receiving selected social benefits. Key findings suggest citizen children with noncitizen caretakers are more likely experience receive lunch subsidies and less cash assistance than naturalized caretakers. Noncitizen have a greater chance are.