31. Biological Sciences


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Organic and conventional fertilizer effects on a tritrophic interaction: parasitism, performance and preference of Cotesia vestalis
Staley, J. T., Girling, R. D., Stewart-Jones, A., Poppy, G. M., Leather, S. R. and Wright, D. J.. 2011. "Organic and conventional fertilizer effects on a tritrophic interaction: parasitism, performance and preference of Cotesia vestalis." Journal of Applied Entomology. 135 (9), pp. 658-665. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1439-0418.2010.01604.x

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Parasitoids select plants more heavily infested with their caterpillar hosts: a new approach to aid interpretation of plant headspace volatiles
Girling, Robbie D., Stewart-Jones, Alex, Dherbecourt, Julie, Staley, Joanna T., Wright, Wright and Poppy, Guy M.. 2011. "Parasitoids select plants more heavily infested with their caterpillar hosts: a new approach to aid interpretation of plant headspace volatiles." Proceedings of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences. 278 (1718), pp. 2646-2653. https://doi.org/10.1098/rspb.2010.2725

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Utilizing insect behavior in chemical detection by a behavioral biosensor
Fernández-Grandon, G., Girling, Robbie D. and Poppy, Guy M.. 2011. "Utilizing insect behavior in chemical detection by a behavioral biosensor." Journal of Plant Interactions. 6 (2-3), pp. 109-112. https://doi.org/10.1080/17429145.2010.544778

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Correction of aberrant axon growth in the developing mouse olfactory bulb
Chan, C., Ekberg, J., Lineburg, K., Scott, S., Chehrehasa, F., Windus, L., Claxton, C., Mackay-Sim, A., Key, B. and St John, J.. 2011. "Correction of aberrant axon growth in the developing mouse olfactory bulb." Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience. 46 (1), pp. 282-295. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mcn.2010.09.012

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OMP-ZsGreen fluorescent protein transgenic mice for visualisation of olfactory sensory neurons in vivo and in vitro
Ekberg, J., Amaya, D., Chehrehasa, F., Lineburg, K., Claxton, C., Windus, Louisa C. E., Key, B., Mackay-Sim, A. and St John, J.. 2011. "OMP-ZsGreen fluorescent protein transgenic mice for visualisation of olfactory sensory neurons in vivo and in vitro." Journal of Neuroscience Methods. 196 (1), pp. 88-98. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jneumeth.2011.01.008

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Stimulation of olfactory ensheathing cell motility enhances olfactory axon growth
Windus, Louisa C. E., Chehrehasa, Fatemah, Lineburg, Katie, Claxton, Christina, Mackay-Sim, Alan, Key, Brian and St John, James. 2011. "Stimulation of olfactory ensheathing cell motility enhances olfactory axon growth." Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences. 68 (19), pp. 3233-3247. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00018-011-0630-9

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Investigation of growth medium supplementation and ethanol tolerance of the yeast saccharomyces cerevisiae
Ishmayana, Safri. 2011. Investigation of growth medium supplementation and ethanol tolerance of the yeast saccharomyces cerevisiae. Masters Thesis Master of Science. University of Southern Queensland.

Masters Thesis

Analysing EEG brain signals using independent component analysis techniques
Williams, Janett G. St. H.. 2011. Analysing EEG brain signals using independent component analysis techniques. PhD Thesis Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland.

PhD Thesis

Disturbance and resilience in riparian woodlands on the highly modified Upper Condamine floodplain
Reardon-Smith, Kathryn Mary. 2011. Disturbance and resilience in riparian woodlands on the highly modified Upper Condamine floodplain. PhD Thesis Doctor of Philosophy. University of Southern Queensland.

PhD Thesis

Mapping habitat of threatened reptiles in Western Downs, Queensland: a spatial modelling approach using 'presence-only' occurrence data
Apan, Armando, Phinn, Stuart, McAlpine, Clive and Kath, Jarrod. 2010. "Mapping habitat of threatened reptiles in Western Downs, Queensland: a spatial modelling approach using 'presence-only' occurrence data." Queensland Surveying and Spatial Conference 2010 (QSSC 2010). Brisbane, Australia 01 - 03 Sep 2010 Brisbane, Australia.

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An investigation of hair cortisol concentration across body sites and within hair shaft
Sharpley, Christopher F., Kauter, Kathleen G. and McFarlane, James R.. 2010. "An investigation of hair cortisol concentration across body sites and within hair shaft." Clinical Medicine Insights: Endocrinology and Diabetes. 3, pp. 17-23. https://doi.org/10.4137/CMED.S4465

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Effects of clonal integration and light availability on the growth and physiology of two invasive herbs
Xu, Cheng-Yuan, Schooler, Shon S. and van Klinken, Rieks D.. 2010. "Effects of clonal integration and light availability on the growth and physiology of two invasive herbs." Journal of Ecology. 98 (4), pp. 833-844. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2745.2010.01668.x

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Enhancing yeast ethanol tolerance for biofuel production
Ishmayana, Safri, Kennedy, Ursula J. and Learmonth, Robert P.. 2009. "Enhancing yeast ethanol tolerance for biofuel production." Jiranek, Vladimir (ed.) 4th Australian Conference on Yeast Products and Discovery. Adelaide, South Australia 02 - 04 Dec 2009 Adelaide, Australia.

Poster

Basics of fluorescence
Learmonth, Robert P., Kable, Scott H. and Ghiggino, Kenneth P.. 2009. "Basics of fluorescence." Goldys, Ewa M. (ed.) Fluorescence applications in biotechnology and life sciences. Hoboken, NJ, USA. Wiley-Blackwell. pp. 1-26

Edited book (chapter)

Diurnal variation in peripheral (hair) vs central (saliva) HPA axis cortisol concentrations
Sharpley, Christopher F., Kauter, Kathleen G. and McFarlane, James R.. 2010. "Diurnal variation in peripheral (hair) vs central (saliva) HPA axis cortisol concentrations." Clinical Medicine Insights: Endocrinology and Diabetes. 3, pp. 9-16. https://doi.org/10.4137/CMED.S4350

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Nesting, foraging and aggression of noisy miners relative to road edges in an extensive Queensland forest
Maron, Martine. 2009. "Nesting, foraging and aggression of noisy miners relative to road edges in an extensive Queensland forest." Emu: austral ornithology. 109 (1), pp. 75-81. https://doi.org/10.1071/MU08064

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Wetland hydrology in an agricultural landscape: implications for biodiversity
Kath, Jarrod, Le Brocque, Andrew and Miller, Craig. 2010. "Wetland hydrology in an agricultural landscape: implications for biodiversity." BALWOIS 2010: Water Observation and Information System for Decision Support. Ohrid, Macedonia 25 - 29 May 2010 Macedonia.

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The correlation between the mutation of protein kinase genes and the clinical characteristics of breast cancer progression
Birney, Genevieve, Liu, Guang B. and Daggard, Grant. 2010. "The correlation between the mutation of protein kinase genes and the clinical characteristics of breast cancer progression." ASMR Queensland Postgraduate Student Conference 2010. St Lucia, Australia 02 Jun 2010 St. Lucia, Australia.

Poster

Maximising woodland bird diversity in brigalow belt forests
Howes, Alison and Maron, Martine. 2008. Maximising woodland bird diversity in brigalow belt forests . Canberra, Australia. Land and Water Australia.

Other

Genetic contribution to individual variation in binocular rivalry rate
Miller, Steven M., Hansell, Narelle K., Ngo, Trung T., Liu, Guang B., Pettigrew, John D., Martin, Nicholas G. and Wright, Margaret J.. 2010. "Genetic contribution to individual variation in binocular rivalry rate." University of Adelaide. 107 (6), pp. 2664-2668. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0912149107

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Molecular identification of mycorrhizal fungi in Australian threatened plant species
Dearnaley, John D. W., Downie, Alex F., Murray, Andrew J. and Le Brocque, Andrew F.. 2008. "Molecular identification of mycorrhizal fungi in Australian threatened plant species." Schenk, Peer (ed.) 1st International Conference on Biotic Plant Interactions (ICBPI 2008). Brisbane, Australia 27 - 29 Mar 2008 Brisbane, Australia.

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Membrane fluidity regulation in yeasts
Learmonth, Robert P. and Butcher, Brett A.. 2008. "Membrane fluidity regulation in yeasts." Jameson, David M. (ed.) 7th International Weber Symposium on Innovative Fluorescence Methodologies in Biochemistry and Medicine. Kauai, Hawaii 06 - 12 Jun 2008 Hawaii.

Poster

Root growth pressure at the soil–root interface
Misra, R. K.. 2003. "Root growth pressure at the soil–root interface." Lal, Rattan (ed.) Encyclopedia of soil science, 2nd ed.. New York, NY. United States. Marcel Dekker, Inc.. pp. 1-3

Edited book (chapter)

Liveweight loss and recovery in steers fasted for periods of twelve to seventy-two hours
Wythes, J. R., McLennan, S. R. and Toleman, M. A.. 1980. "Liveweight loss and recovery in steers fasted for periods of twelve to seventy-two hours." Animal Production Science. 20 (106), pp. 517-521.

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Temperament and bruising of Bos indicus cross cattle
Fordyce, G., Goddard, M. E., Tyler, R., Williams, G. and Toleman, M. A.. 1985. "Temperament and bruising of Bos indicus cross cattle." Animal Production Science. 25 (2), pp. 283-288.

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Seasonal effects of dosing cattle with monensin sodium in the dry tropics
Lindsay, J. A., Freire, L. C. L., Murray, R. M. and Toleman, M. A.. 1982. "Seasonal effects of dosing cattle with monensin sodium in the dry tropics." 14th Biennial Australian Society of Animal Production Conference (ASAP 1982): Animal Production in Australia. Brisbane, Australia 10 - 14 May 1982 Sydney, Australia.

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Protected proteins as supplements for bulls fed tropical forage diets
Lindsay, J. A., Ndama, P. H., Tune, D. R., Toleman, M. A. and Entwistle, K. W.. 1982. "Protected proteins as supplements for bulls fed tropical forage diets." 14th Biennial Australian Society of Animal Production Conference (ASAP 1982): Animal Production in Australia. Brisbane, Australia 10 - 14 May 1982 Sydney, Australia.

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Supplementation of pregnant cows with protected proteins when fed tropical forage diets
Lindsay, J. A., Mason, G. W. J. and Toleman, M. A.. 1982. "Supplementation of pregnant cows with protected proteins when fed tropical forage diets." 14th Biennial Australian Society of Animal Production Conference (ASAP 1982): Animal Production in Australia. Brisbane, Australia 10 - 14 May 1982 Sydney, Australia.

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Reproductive performance of 50% Bos Indicus cattle grazing the Mitchell grasslands of north Queensland
Holroyd, R. G., Smith, P. C., Thompson, P. J. M. and Toleman, Mark. 1988. "Reproductive performance of 50% Bos Indicus cattle grazing the Mitchell grasslands of north Queensland." 1988 Australian Rangelands Conference. Longreach, Australia Jun 1988

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Report on stage 2 of the task 5 pilot survey for Basincare M305 Project: an investigation into the methodology, costs and logistics involved in the collection of floristic data within the Murray-Darling Basin
Le Brocque, Andrew F. and Benson, John. 1995. Report on stage 2 of the task 5 pilot survey for Basincare M305 Project: an investigation into the methodology, costs and logistics involved in the collection of floristic data within the Murray-Darling Basin. Sydney, Australia. Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens.

Project report

Morphometric differentiation of Vespadelus finlaysoni and V. troughtoni in Queensland
Ford, Greg and Le Brocque, Andrew F.. 2000. "Morphometric differentiation of Vespadelus finlaysoni and V. troughtoni in Queensland." 9th Australasian Bat Society Conference. Hunter Valley, Australia Apr 2000 Australia.

Poster

Bats in the Bunyas: habitat preferences of microchiropteran bats in the Bunya Mountains, Queensland
Baker, Nick and Le Brocque, Andrew F.. 2002. "Bats in the Bunyas: habitat preferences of microchiropteran bats in the Bunya Mountains, Queensland." 2002 Australian Mammal Society Annual Conference. Albury, Australia Jul 2002 Australia .

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Habitat preferences of small ground-dwelling mammals
Page, Skye, Le Brocque, Andrew F. and Withers, Kerry. 2003. "Habitat preferences of small ground-dwelling mammals ." Partners in Parks: 2003 Collaborative Research Forum, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service . Brisbane, Australia 02 Oct 2003 Brisbane, Australia.

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Multivariate relationships between floristic composition and stand structure in vegetation of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, New South Wales
Le Brocque, Andrew F. and Buckney, Rodney T.. 1997. "Multivariate relationships between floristic composition and stand structure in vegetation of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, New South Wales." Australian Journal of Botany. 45 (6), pp. 1033-1044.

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The growth response of Alternanthera philoxeroides in a simulated post-combustion emission with ultrahigh [CO2] and acidic pollutants
Xu, Cheng-Yuan, Griffin, Kevin L., Blazier, John C., Craig, Elizabeth C., Gilbert, Dominique S., Sritrairat, Sanpisa, Anderson, O. Roger, Castaldi, Marco J. and Beaumont, Larry. 2009. "The growth response of Alternanthera philoxeroides in a simulated post-combustion emission with ultrahigh [CO2] and acidic pollutants." Environmental Pollution. 157 (7), pp. 2118-2125. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envpol.2009.02.013

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Polyester composite based on betelnut fibre for tribological applications
Yousif, B. F., Lau, Saijod T. W. and McWilliam, S.. 2010. "Polyester composite based on betelnut fibre for tribological applications." Tribology International. 43 (1-2), pp. 503-511. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.triboint.2009.08.006

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Fetal leptin is a signal of fat mass independent of maternal nutrition in ewes fed at or above maintenance energy requirements
Muhlhausler, B. S., Roberts, C. T., McFarlane, J. R., Kauter, K. G. and McMillen, I. C.. 2002. "Fetal leptin is a signal of fat mass independent of maternal nutrition in ewes fed at or above maintenance energy requirements." Biology of Reproduction. 67 (2), pp. 493-499. https://doi.org/10.1095/biolreprod67.2.493

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Phenotypic divergence during the invasion of phyla canescens in Australia and France: evidence for selection-driven evolution
Xu, Cheng-Yuan, Julien, Mic H., Fatemi, Mohammed, Girod, Christophe, van Klinken, Rieks D., Gross, Caroline L. and Novak, Stephen J.. 2010. "Phenotypic divergence during the invasion of phyla canescens in Australia and France: evidence for selection-driven evolution." Ecology Letters. 13 (1), pp. 32-44. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1461-0248.2009.01395.x

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Flexural properties of sawdust reinforced phenolic composites: pilot study
Ku, Harry Siu-Lung, Cardona, Francisco, Trada, Mohar and Vigier, Gurlaume. 2009. "Flexural properties of sawdust reinforced phenolic composites: pilot study." Journal of Applied Polymer Science. 114 (3), pp. 1927-1934. https://doi.org/10.1002/app.30610

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Impact of periconceptional nutrition on maternal and fetal leptin and fetal adiposity in singleton and twin pregnancies
Edwards, L. J., McFarlane, J. R., Kauter, K. G. and McMillen, I. C.. 2005. "Impact of periconceptional nutrition on maternal and fetal leptin and fetal adiposity in singleton and twin pregnancies." American Journal of Physiology: Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology. 288 (1), pp. R39-R45. https://doi.org/10.1152/ajpregu.00127.2004

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