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Nationwide tracing of two top freshwater fish invaders in Greece using environmental DNA sampling (2023)
Journal Article
Kalogianni, E., Kalaitzakis, N., Vardakas, L., Koutsikos, N., Zimmerman, B., Meek, S., …Steer, M. D. (2024). Nationwide tracing of two top freshwater fish invaders in Greece using environmental DNA sampling. Diversity, 16(1), Article 28. https://doi.org/10.3390/d16010028

Alien fish invasions are causing devastating impacts on native freshwater fauna; thus, rigorous, non-invasive and cost-effective biomonitoring of lotic and lentic freshwaters to design and implement appropriate prevention and control measures is now... Read More about Nationwide tracing of two top freshwater fish invaders in Greece using environmental DNA sampling.

Preparation and characterization of chitosan-citric acid edible films loaded with Cornelian cherry pomace extract as active packaging materials (2023)
Journal Article
Loukri, A., Kyriakoudi, A., Oliinychenko, Y., Stratakos, A. C., Lazaridou, A., & Mourtzinos, I. (2024). Preparation and characterization of chitosan-citric acid edible films loaded with Cornelian cherry pomace extract as active packaging materials. Food Hydrocolloids, 150, Article 109687. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodhyd.2023.109687

The development of environmentally-friendly, intelligent and active packaging materials is crucial for the protection of food products and the prevention of environmental pollution. This work aimed to study the development of chitosan films containin... Read More about Preparation and characterization of chitosan-citric acid edible films loaded with Cornelian cherry pomace extract as active packaging materials.

Practical examination of flow rate effects and influence of the stationary phase water layer on peak shape and retention in hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography (2023)
Journal Article
McCalley, D. V. (2024). Practical examination of flow rate effects and influence of the stationary phase water layer on peak shape and retention in hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography. Journal of Chromatography A, 1715, Article 464608. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chroma.2023.464608

The effect of flow velocity on retention and peak shape of neutral, acidic and basic probe compounds was studied using seven different UHPLC hydrophilic interaction chromatography (HILIC) columns. Surprisingly on some columns, the retention factor k... Read More about Practical examination of flow rate effects and influence of the stationary phase water layer on peak shape and retention in hydrophilic interaction liquid chromatography.

Determination of the relative sensitivity of polyaniline inks and films to deprotonation by ammonia using UV–Vis spectroscopy (2023)
Journal Article
Udum, Y. A., Killard, A. J., & Wagner, M. (2024). Determination of the relative sensitivity of polyaniline inks and films to deprotonation by ammonia using UV–Vis spectroscopy. European Polymer Journal, 205, Article 112709. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2023.112709

The deprotonation behavior of conducting polymers such as polyaniline (PANI) is an important functional parameter in the design of novel printed electronic devices, particularly for sensors and energy storage. PANI can be fabricated into films from p... Read More about Determination of the relative sensitivity of polyaniline inks and films to deprotonation by ammonia using UV–Vis spectroscopy.

Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits (2023)
Journal Article
Nnaji, P. T., Adukwu, E., Morse, H. R., & Chidugu-Ogborigbo, R. U. (2023). Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits. PLoS ONE, 18(12), Article e0294931. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0294931

The marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis is a globally distributed and invasive species with extensive filter-feeding characteristics. The symbiotic relationship fostered between the sea sponge and the inhabiting microorganism is key in the production... Read More about Amylase production from marine sponge Hymeniacidon perlevis; potentials sustainability benefits.

Written evidence from Dr Emmanuel Nsiah Amoako (UKR0065) (2023)
Report
Nsiah Amoako, E. (2023). Written evidence from Dr Emmanuel Nsiah Amoako (UKR0065). The House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee

This is a written response to the House of Lords' Industry and Regulators Committee's inquiry into UK regulators, with a focus on their roles, remit, independence, and accountability. This submission focused on the role of the Forensic Science Regula... Read More about Written evidence from Dr Emmanuel Nsiah Amoako (UKR0065).

Audiences for science-theatre: Valued but under-explored (2023)
Book Chapter
Almeida, C., & Weitkamp, E. (in press). Audiences for science-theatre: Valued but under-explored. In Routledge Companion to Performance and Science. Routledge

Despite the growing interest in science-theatre, its audiences remain an under-researched topic within the field of science communication. Therefore, we know relatively little about audience engagement with science-theatre in this context. In this ch... Read More about Audiences for science-theatre: Valued but under-explored.

Digital image colorimetry smartphone determination of acetaminophen (2023)
Journal Article
James, H., & Honeychurch, K. C. (2024). Digital image colorimetry smartphone determination of acetaminophen. Journal of Chemical Education, https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jchemed.3c00659

Acetaminophen can be determined colorimetrically via its reduction of ferricyanide to give ferrocyanide. The ferrocyanide formed can then be converted to the highly colored compound, Prussian Blue, via the addition of iron(III). Quantification is com... Read More about Digital image colorimetry smartphone determination of acetaminophen.

Strategies used for decolonising the conservation curriculum: A systematic review (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Jaggon, K., & Adukwu, E. (2023, December). Strategies used for decolonising the conservation curriculum: A systematic review. Poster presented at British Ecological Society Annual Meeting 2023, Belfast

Decolonisation is the process of undoing the effects of colonialism and the conservation industry, along with university institutions, have identified a need for decolonisation. However, with a lack of clarity on how to decolonise, many in the conser... Read More about Strategies used for decolonising the conservation curriculum: A systematic review.

The distribution of science communication teaching around the globe (2023)
Journal Article
Massarani, L., Bray, H., Joubert, M., Ridgway, A., Roche, J., Smyth, F., …de Abreu, W. V. (2023). The distribution of science communication teaching around the globe. Journal of Science Communication, 22(6), Article A05. https://doi.org/10.22323/2.22060205

In the context of a special issue of this journal focused on teaching science communication, we present a map of the geographical distribution of 122 science communication teaching programmes from 31 countries around the world. This mapping study res... Read More about The distribution of science communication teaching around the globe.

A systematic review of machine-learning solutions in anaerobic digestion (2023)
Journal Article
Rutland, H., You, J., Liu, H., Bull, L., & Reynolds, D. (2023). A systematic review of machine-learning solutions in anaerobic digestion. Bioengineering, 10(12), Article 1410. https://doi.org/10.3390/bioengineering10121410

The use of machine learning (ML) in anaerobic digestion (AD) is growing in popularity and improves the interpretation of complex system parameters for better operation and optimisation. This systematic literature review aims to explore how ML is curr... Read More about A systematic review of machine-learning solutions in anaerobic digestion.

Bacteriophage taxonomy: A continually evolving discipline (2023)
Book Chapter
Adriaenssens, E. M., Turner, D., Lehman, S. M., Adriaenssens, E. M., Lehman, S. M., Kropinski, A. M., …Kropinski, A. M. (2023). Bacteriophage taxonomy: A continually evolving discipline. In J. Azeredo, & S. Sillankorva (Eds.), In Bacteriophage Therapy: From Lab to Clinical Practice (27-45). Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-0716-3523-0_3

While taxonomy is an often underappreciated branch of science, it serves very important roles. Bacteriophage taxonomy has evolved from a discipline based mainly on morphology, characterized by the work of David Bradley and Hans-Wolfgang Ackermann, to... Read More about Bacteriophage taxonomy: A continually evolving discipline.

Preharvest application of hydrogen sulfide and nitric oxide improves floral traits and postharvest performance of cut gladiolus inflorescences (2023)
Journal Article
Zulfiqar, F., Moosa, A., Darras, A., Nafees, M., Ashraf, M., Al-Ashkar, I., …Hancock, J. T. (2024). Preharvest application of hydrogen sulfide and nitric oxide improves floral traits and postharvest performance of cut gladiolus inflorescences. Journal of Plant Growth Regulation, 43, 1153–1165. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00344-023-11173-y

Gladiolus is a well-known bulbous plant producing impressive cut spikes. Hydrogen sulfide and nitric oxide are vital signaling molecules for the proper functioning of plant metabolism. Preharvest applications of these molecules to crops have gained a... Read More about Preharvest application of hydrogen sulfide and nitric oxide improves floral traits and postharvest performance of cut gladiolus inflorescences.

Science communication practices and trust in information sources amongst Nigerian scientists and journalists (2023)
Journal Article
Weitkamp, E., Larbey, R., Maina, M. B., Petherick, K., Muhammad, M. S., Tsanni, A., …Al-Gazali, A. (2023). Science communication practices and trust in information sources amongst Nigerian scientists and journalists. JCOM: Journal of Science Communication, 22(5), Article A04. https://doi.org/10.22323/2.22050204

Relatively few studies have explored the communication practices of researchers and journalists working in African contexts. We set out to explore the communication activities undertaken by Nigerian health researchers and journalists, their motivatio... Read More about Science communication practices and trust in information sources amongst Nigerian scientists and journalists.

H2S priming and plant abiotic stress tolerance (2023)
Book Chapter
Silveira, N. M., Hancock, J., Machado, E. C., & Ribeiro, R. V. (2023). H2S priming and plant abiotic stress tolerance. In Plant Gasotransmiitters and Molecules with Hormonal Activity (245-262). Elsevier Academic Press. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-99035-6.00008-7

Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is an emerging multitasking signaling molecule involved in plant responses to many abiotic stresses, promoting tolerance and growth under limiting conditions. There is experimental evidence of cross talk between H2S and nitric... Read More about H2S priming and plant abiotic stress tolerance.

Bacteria associated with acute oak decline: Where did they come from? We know where they go (2023)
Journal Article
Maddock, D., Brady, C., Denman, S., & Arnold, D. (2023). Bacteria associated with acute oak decline: Where did they come from? We know where they go. Microorganisms, 11(11), Article 2789. https://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms11112789

Acute oak decline is a high-impact disease causing necrotic lesions on the trunk, crown thinning and the eventual death of oak. Four bacterial species are associated with the lesions—Brenneria goodwinii, Gibbsiella quercinecans, Rahnella victoriana a... Read More about Bacteria associated with acute oak decline: Where did they come from? We know where they go.

The effects of commercially available herbal teas on the human microbiota (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Okeyoyin, O. R., O, G., & E, A. (2023, November). The effects of commercially available herbal teas on the human microbiota. Presented at Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritized Scientists (ABRCMS) conference, Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Background: For centuries, herbal teas have been consumed by people of all ages and has been used for therapy in different civilisations and medical systems such as the Chinese, Indian, indigenous, and African. The aphorism- ‘Nature is the best chemi... Read More about The effects of commercially available herbal teas on the human microbiota.

Comparison of the effects of antibiotics and essential oils against Acinetobacter baumannii in planktonic and biofilm conditions (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Salim, J., Nariapara, V., Adukwu, E., & Snook, A. (2023, November). Comparison of the effects of antibiotics and essential oils against Acinetobacter baumannii in planktonic and biofilm conditions. Poster presented at Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minoritised Scientists, Phoenix, AZc, USA

Background: Acinetobacter baumannii is a common nosocomial pathogen causing pneumonia, bacteraemia, wound and urinary tract infections. Due to improper and frequent antibiotic use A. baumannii has become multi-drug resistant, the World Health Organi... Read More about Comparison of the effects of antibiotics and essential oils against Acinetobacter baumannii in planktonic and biofilm conditions.

The enterprising academic: Embodying enterprise value among UWE staff across disciplines (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Urzelai, B. (2023, November). The enterprising academic: Embodying enterprise value among UWE staff across disciplines. Paper presented at ISBE Institute for Small Business and Entrepreneurship Conference (Track: Enterprise Education), Aston University, Birmingham

There are many new demands on academics. One of these is to embed enterprise and entrepreneurship education within a range of different academic disciplines. Intergovernmental, governmental and professional organisations, as well as management expert... Read More about The enterprising academic: Embodying enterprise value among UWE staff across disciplines.

Reactive oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur species cellular crosstalk (2023)
Book Chapter
Ziogas, V., Hancock, J. T., & Corpas, F. J. (2024). Reactive oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur species cellular crosstalk. In Oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur species in post-harvest physiology of horticultural crops (247-271). Elsevier Academic Press. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-91798-8.00001-1

Accumulating data highlight the fact that nitric oxide (NO), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), and reactive oxygen species (ROS) act as intercellular key signaling molecules in plants. These molecules act in a well-orchestrated manner that regulates cells redo... Read More about Reactive oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur species cellular crosstalk.