An Akania (Akaniaceae) inflorescence with associated pollen from the early Miocene of New Zealand.
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DOI: 10.1002/ajb2.1236
Abstract: PREMISE OF THE STUDY An Akania-like inflorescence, including flowers with in situ pollen was recovered from the remarkable Konservat-Lagerstätte lacustrine diatomite deposit at Foulden Maar, Otago indicating the presence of Akaniaceae in southern New Zealand… read more here.
Keywords: new zealand; inflorescence associated; akaniaceae; zealand ... See more keywords
Major factors affecting the snow simulations by the JULES in New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1002/met.1837
Abstract: Snow frequently occurs over New Zealand. The seasonal snow accumulation can be about 3 m deep in early spring at some locations. Thus, for numerical weather prediction and climate modelling over New Zealand, a reliable,… read more here.
Keywords: major factors; errors simulated; new zealand; zealand ... See more keywords
Experimental assessment of the biosafety of Trissolcus japonicus in New Zealand, prior to the anticipated arrival of the invasive pest Halyomorpha halys
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DOI: 10.1007/s10526-019-09949-x
Abstract: Despite numerous interceptions at the border, the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), Halyomorpha halys Stål (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae), is not yet established in New Zealand. Nevertheless, a classical biocontrol programme using the egg parasitoid Trissolcus japonicus… read more here.
Keywords: new zealand; trissolcus japonicus; japonicus new; halyomorpha halys ... See more keywords
The ins and outs of acclimatisation: imports versus translocations of skylarks and starlings in 19th century New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1007/s10530-018-1905-y
Abstract: New Zealand is home to around 40 alien bird species, but about 80 more were introduced in the 19th century and failed to establish. As most of these introductions were deliberate and documented in detail… read more here.
Keywords: new zealand; propagule pressure; 19th century; acclimatisation ... See more keywords
What happens when voting rules change? the case of New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1007/s10602-020-09312-8
Abstract: This paper examines the impact of New Zealand’s 1996 adoption of a mixed member proportional (MMP) voting scheme on representation in the legislature, voter turnout, vote volatility and the likelihood of an incumbent party winning… read more here.
Keywords: rules change; happens voting; new zealand; change case ... See more keywords
COVID-19 from Wellington New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1007/s11673-020-10038-3
Abstract: This paper examines the role of bioethics in the successful control of COVID-19 in New Zealand. After the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) coronavirus episode in Toronto researchers developed a framework of values and principles… read more here.
Keywords: new zealand; framework; wellington new; covid wellington ... See more keywords
Economic policy uncertainty spillover effects on sectoral equity returns of New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1007/s12197-020-09508-6
Abstract: In this paper, we introduce a weekly index of economic policy uncertainty (EPU) for New Zealand and examine the return and volatility spillovers from New Zealand (local) and US (foreign) EPU on aggregate (NZSE) and… read more here.
Keywords: new zealand; economic policy; spillover effects; policy uncertainty ... See more keywords
Relationships between biotic indices, multiple stressors and natural variability in New Zealand estuaries
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2017.10.060
Abstract: Abstract In response to the need to assess the ecological quality or health of marine benthic habitats, there has been a proliferation of biotic indices based on soft sediment macrofaunal communities. While shown to be… read more here.
Keywords: index; new zealand; zealand estuaries; natural variability ... See more keywords
Sustainable technologies to improve indoor air quality in a residential house – A case study in Waikato, New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enbuild.2021.111283
Abstract: Abstract Many New Zealand residential homes suffer from poor indoor air quality (IAQ). Cold, damp and mould-ridden homes can cause severe respiratory health problems. Poor IAQ can arise due to inadequate insulation and ventilation and… read more here.
Keywords: zealand; air quality; indoor air; new zealand ... See more keywords
Fantasy islands - The emergence of NMP in GBL-containing liquids in New Zealand.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2021.111093
Abstract: Over the last few years there has been a dramatic increase in the amount of "Fantasy" type drugs seized in New Zealand, with gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) being by far the most prevalent. In 2018, N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP)… read more here.
Keywords: islands emergence; new zealand; fantasy islands; gbl nmp ... See more keywords
Seismic Structural Assessment of the Christchurch Catholic Basilica, New Zealand
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DOI: 10.1016/j.istruc.2018.06.004
Abstract: Abstract An evaluation of the seismic performance of the Christchurch Catholic Basilica, New Zealand, also known as the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, is presented. The cultural importance of the Basilica has been recognised, as… read more here.
Keywords: basilica new; new zealand; christchurch catholic; catholic basilica ... See more keywords